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HALF MOON BAY DayTripping: Skeggs Point and motorcycle-themed burgers JANUARY 2016 Lil’ MC rocks LOCAL HIP-HOP ARTIST BREAKS INTO MALE-DOMINATED MUSIC SCENE AERIAL YOGA NEW STUDIO GETS YOGA OFF THE GROUND EL GRANADAN TURNS PRO CAREER INTO PASSION FOR COACHING MUSIC LOOK INSIDE FOR OUR ANNUAL MEDICAL SERVICES PROFILES Football’ ‘Viva For the love of the game HEALTH AND FITNESS HEALTH AND FITNESS WHO’S WHO

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Page 1: Half Moon Bay January 2016

HALF MOON BAYDayTripping Skeggs Point and motorcycle-themed burgers JANUARY 2016

Lilrsquo MC rocksLOCAL HIP-HOP ARTIST BREAKS INTO MALE-DOMINATEDMUSIC SCENE

AERIAL YOGANEW STUDIO GETS YOGA OFF THE GROUND

EL GRANADAN TURNS PRO

CAREER INTO PASSION FOR

COACHING

MUSIC

LOOK INSIDE FOR OUR ANNUAL

MEDICAL SERVICES PROFILES

FootballrsquolsquoVivaFor the love of the game

HEALTH AND FITNESS

HEALTH AND FITNESS

WHOrsquoS WHO

Because a handshake still means more than a mouse click

Kevin OrsquoBrien Adam Underwood amp Barbara Guaraglia

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Stop by or call today

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Sure there are lots of good

But when it comes to insurance you need more than just value You deserve Premier Service And thatrsquos what yoursquoll get from our agency and Allied Insurance We take time to get to know you and your insurance needs And Allied

discounts 24-hours-a-day 7-days-a-week claim reporting and fast fair claim service

Because a handshake still means more than a mouse click

Kevin OrsquoBrien Adam Underwood amp Barbara Guaraglia

License 0C17330

Stop by or call today

720 Kelly Avenue Half Moon Bay 726-6328 kevinwellerobriencom

Sure there are lots of good

But when it comes to insurance you need more than just value You deserve Premier Service And thatrsquos what yoursquoll get from our agency and Allied Insurance We take time to get to know you and your insurance needs And Allied

discounts 24-hours-a-day 7-days-a-week claim reporting and fast fair claim service

Kevin OrsquoBrien Heidi Frank Claudia Lopez amp Adam Underwood

Because a handshake still means more

When it comes to insurance you need more than just the lowest price You deserve Premier Service And thatrsquos what yoursquoll get from WellerOrsquoBrien and Allied Insurance We take time to get to know you and your insurance needs and Allied offers you

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Drop in orcall today720 Kelly AvenueHalf Moon Bay726-6328kevinwellerobriencomwwwwellerobriencomLicense 0C17330

Main

Johnston

Mill

Kelly

MiramontesBecause a handshake still means more than a mouse click

Kevin OrsquoBrien Adam Underwood amp Barbara Guaraglia

License 0C17330

Stop by or call today

720 Kelly Avenue Half Moon Bay 726-6328 kevinwellerobriencom

Sure there are lots of good

But when it comes to insurance you need more than just value You deserve Premier Service And thatrsquos what yoursquoll get from our agency and Allied Insurance We take time to get to know you and your insurance needs And Allied

discounts 24-hours-a-day 7-days-a-week claim reporting and fast fair claim service

WellerOrsquoBrien

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2169 Purissima Creek Rd Half Moon Bay3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms $1740000Charming 1800plusmn sq ft coastal retreat nestled into the hills on 41plusmn acres with mountain and valley views www2169Purissimacom

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SOLD

SALE PENDING

SALE PENDING

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Happy New Year

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HALF MOON BAYJANUARY 2016Contents

BILL M

URR

AY

LocalFlavorTapas restaurant adds flavor to the Coastside 10

CoastsideCanineLittle One the shih tzu 42

DayTripperSkeggs Point and Alicersquos Restaurant 44

Publisherrsquos Note 4Flashback 6Upcoming 8Real Estate 46

Departments

ON THE COVER Coach Jaime Carrasco Photo by Cat Cutillo

Viva FootballHalf Moon Bay coach battles injury and finds his passionBY CAT CUTILLO

18

Big talent for Lil MCHomegrown hip-hop artist holds her own in male-dominated music sceneBY CLAY LAMBERT

26Medical profilesKeep yourself healthy and happy in the new year Check this directory for local medical professionalsSPECIAL ADVERTISING FEATURE

32

FeaturesDefying gravityNew aerial yoga studio stretches preconceptions about the practiceBY CARINA WOUDENBERG

12

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THE BEST COASTSIDE REAL ESTATE AGENTSARE WORKING FOR YOU

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PUBLISHERBill Murray

EDITOR Clay Lambert

WRITERS Stacy TrevenonJulia ReisCat CutilloCarina Woudenberg

COPY EDITOR Julie Gerth

PHOTOGRAPHERSCat Cutillo

DESIGN Bill Murray

CONTRIBUTORS Dave Cresson

BUSINESS OFFICEBarbara Anderson

CIRCULATIONLynn Altwer ADVERTISING SALES Linda Pettengill Randie MarlowBarbara DinnsenKathy Schramm

CONTACT US 714 Kelly Avenue Half Moon Bay CA 94019 (650) 726-4424 wwwhmbreviewcom

SEND LETTER AND PHOTOS Your contributions are welcome Please send photos and letters for consid-eration to billhmbreviewcom copy2016 Half Moon Bay Review

HALF MOON BAYJANUARY 2016Publisherrsquos Note

BILL MURRAYPublisherbillhmbreviewcom

Like many men of a certain age Irsquom just not that flexible Tape a million-dollar bill to my toes and ask me to grab it without bending my knees and Irsquod end up $1 million short I feel like Irsquom

at least moderately active in between eight hour shifts of sitting in an office chair but Irsquove always been as stiff as a week old baguette

So when I started dabbling with yoga a few months ago the beginner classes on YouTube felt like double black diamond runs Sit on the floor

and cross my legs Who am I BKS Iyengar My best poses were the mountain pose where essentially you just try to stand up straight and shavasana the one where you lie down flat on your back Totally nailed rsquoem Or so I thought

Turns out that standing still mdash and doing nothing else but standing still mdash takes a fair amount of concentration Worrying about the next press deadline doesnrsquot count Trying to remember if we have enough ham left to make the kidsrsquo school sandwiches doesnrsquot count I started trying to work in some yoga every day for the physical benefits but Irsquove found that the mental exercise might actually be what itrsquos all about

Irsquom not proud to say that finding 20 minutes each day to check out mentally is a huge challenge Am I that busy or more accurately that distracted When my personal YouTube coach tells me that ldquogetting to the matrdquo is the hardest part I now know what shersquos talking about I can cheat a little on my downward dogs mdash and lord knows I do mdash but I canrsquot cheat on showing up Either you do or you donrsquot And proudly the only day I have missed so far is the day that our dog Ace barfed on the carpet where my yoga spot is I have a hard enough time trying to find inner peace without the olfactory addition

And even if my kids point and say ldquothere goes Dad to do his yogurtrdquo I am enjoying it And I do imagine that Irsquove seen some benefits Plus the next time someone tapes $1 million to my toes I might actually become a rich man

As I am a ways away from doing yoga in public I might pass on the newest aerial version which has found a home in Harbor Village but it is pretty intriguing Check out the beautiful photos and story about it in this monthrsquos issue Namaste

There goes Dad to do his yogurt

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BILL MURRAYPublisherbillhmbreviewcom

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Pleasanton 925-551-7100

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ABSOLUTE FLOORINGABSOLUTE FLOORING6507268141 wwwabsolutefloorscom

Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

green builder certified

HMBReviewQuarterPgMayindd 1 52410 316 PM

510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

ABSOLUTE FLOORINGABSOLUTE FLOORING6507268141 wwwabsolutefloorscom

Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

green builder certified

HMBReviewQuarterPgMayindd 1 52410 316 PM

510 Kelly Ave HMB(650)726-8141

wwwabsolutefl oorscom

MondayndashFriday 10ndash5Saturday by appointment onlyLicence 751718

Beautiful customs stains dyes and fi nishes

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Flashback

In the earliest days of the American Coastside nearly everybody was a farmer Most parents wanted their children to go to school The distance children needed

to travel to school was problematic The farms were widely spread across the 15 or 20 miles of coastline and also scattered several miles up the coastal canyons

The problem was solved from the start with the farmers banding together to build very local small schools along the coastal lands and within most of those canyons The schools were tiny often one-room buildings A single teacher was hired to work with all the ages of the children in schoolrsquos area Teacher benefits often included housing for the teacher

The Coastsidersquos first school appeared in Spanishtown (later named Half Moon Bay) It was a school for Spanish speakers and was built right in the center of the town The first school for English-speaking children was in Higgins Canyon ndash- just south of the town Every little hub of population between Montara in the north and Tunitas Canyon in the south created its own small school Most of the earliest buildings were starkly simple

When the railroad came to the Coastside (1906 until 1920) the future took on a different optimistic look Perhaps that was what influenced the construction of a few larger and distinctly handsome schools around 1910 The outstanding examples of the Coastsidersquos beautiful schools include the grammar schools in Montara and Moss Beach and the high school built in Half Moon Bay

Those three were large stately and each used the imposing Spanish Mission Revival architectural style A fourth new school built in that period was Half Moon Bayrsquos grammar

school Some would say that that school building was perhaps the most attractive The school was located on what is now Cunha Intermediate School property mdash close to todayrsquos Half Moon Bay Library

The railroadrsquos promise of a growing and modern population didnrsquot materialize Farming and an unchanging population continued along until after the Great Depression and through World War II In 1939 the federal government gave Half Moon Bay one if its Works Progress Administration projects as a way to improve communities and create jobs for the unemployed during

the depression The WPA constructed the school that eventually became Cunha Elementary School When the new building was opened the high school went into the

western wing ndash along Kelly Avenue The grammar school went into the south wing along Church Street

The students from the Half Moon Bay Grammar School moved a few dozen feet down the road into the new school The construction of that WPA project may mark the end of building the pretty schools of the Coastside

Some of the more isolated small canyon schools continued in service for years even after the population increases following the war Eventually easier transportation began to encourage centralizing the Coastsidersquos education In 1964 the Tunis School in Tunitas Canyon closed Tunis School was the last one-room school house in the county

Dave Cresson is the president of the Half Moon Bay History Association The association is an active group with regular meetings To learn more visit halfmoonbayhistoryorg

A golden age for Coastside schoolhouses

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510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

ABSOLUTE FLOORINGABSOLUTE FLOORING6507268141 wwwabsolutefloorscom

Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

green builder certified

HMBReviewQuarterPgMayindd 1 52410 316 PM

510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

ABSOLUTE FLOORINGABSOLUTE FLOORING6507268141 wwwabsolutefloorscom

Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

green builder certified

HMBReviewQuarterPgMayindd 1 52410 316 PM

510 Kelly Ave HMB(650)726-8141

wwwabsolutefl oorscom

MondayndashFriday 10ndash5Saturday by appointment onlyLicence 751718

Beautiful customs stains dyes and fi nishes

Whether you have 100+ year old fl oors that need restorationor want a new fl oor we would love to help you

Love your f loor

20 OFF

Carpets LVTPrefi nishedHardwood

and LaminatesMaterial Only (with our installation)

Offer expires 13116

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Upcoming

A ton of talentJan 8 9 10 Coastsiders of all ages will light up the stage at Coastal Repertory Theatrersquos 24th annual Coastside Talent Show set for 8 pm Friday Jan 8 and Saturday Jan 9 and 2 p m Sunday Jan 10 at the theater at 1167 Main St in Half Moon Bay As always it will present a mix of song dance comedy and more but this year itrsquos in a little different format ldquoItrsquos time for exciting new changesrdquo said the theaterrsquos Associate Ar-tistic Director Roxane Ashe Friday nightrsquos show headed by musical director Martin Rojas-Dietrich will focus on Broadway show tunes instrumental and lots of vocal classical and cabaret-style song dance and music per-formed by all ages Saturday nightrsquos show will take an American Music Hall theme with an array of rock coun-try pop blues and Tin Pan Alley selections along with jugglers dancers comedians and bands Sundayrsquos mati-nee will focus on the family and on celebrating talented Coastside children and youth Both Saturdayrsquos and Sundayrsquos shows will feature musical director Steve Shufton and his band the Shuftones Tickets are $10stu-dents and seniors and $15general for one show with discounts for multiple shows Go to coatalrepcom

Opera society goes timely and tunefulJan 9 The Pescadero Opera Society presents Gian Carlos Menottirsquos Cold War drama ldquoThe Consulrdquo Itrsquos the composerrsquos first full-length opera sung in English Originally produced on Broadway as a musical drama in 1950 it wowed audiences with its lush score and chilling message as delivered through a lushly scored story of a wife and mother clashing with bureaucracy as she struggles to obtain an exit visa It will unfold in the societyrsquos informal barn south of Pescadero It starts at 2 pm and is followed by a potluck lunch 879-0769 pescaderooperacom

Local artist to show their stuffJan 15-March 30 Glassworks pottery photogra-phy sculpture paintings digital artwork and more will greet visitors to the Coastal Arts Leaguersquos Members Show at the CAL gallery and museum at 300 Main St Suite 6 in Half Moon Bay Many forms of artwork by some of the leaguersquos more than 100 members will be showcased and some of it will be for sale An artistsrsquo reception is scheduled from 5 to 8 pm on Friday Jan 22 at the gallery coastalartsleaguegmailcom

Inaugural seafood festival offers taste showcases fleet

Jan 30 The major fishing industry in the Half Moon Bay area and its fishing fleet based out of Pillar Point Harbor will be hon-ored at the ldquoSOS Seafood Festival Sustaining Our Seasrdquo scheduled rain or shine from 10 am to 5 pm on the open lots surrounding the Half Moon Bay Brewing Co at the harbor Food trucks will offer fresh and sustainable seafood SOS Beverage Bistros scattered throughout the event will offer award-wining local wines and there will also be craft beers available Live music will be performed by The House Rockers Mustache Harbor Rum-bache and The Lady Crooners There will also be speakers and kidsrsquo attractions Pets are not allowed Admission is $45-$50 and tick-ets are limited 728-2739 ext 207 wwwsos-seafestorg

Photo courtesy Dan Ambrosi wwwdanielambrosicom

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When we heard that Gianna andPeter Franco were going to remodeltheir Pacifica home we asked if wecould record the process on video

Thatrsquos what we are doing fromstart to finish This includes filmingthe couple as they go through theprocess of selecting some of theirhome improvement products like

windows and interior doorsYoursquore invited to keep up with this

remodeling adventure on our website In fact you can see the firstepisode now at DolanLumbercom

While yoursquore there be sure to register to receive news about products DYI tips and especially information about this project

Gianna Franco TV Personalityamp AnchorHost 957 The Game

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Getting on top of tapasldquoTapasrdquo is Spanish for ldquosnacks with alcoholrdquo No itrsquos

not Thatrsquos a lie But thatrsquos what it means (Actually ldquotapasrdquo derives from the Spanish word for ldquotoprdquo and some speculate that the word has been used because inn owners used to offer travelers samples of their meals on pot covers or tops)

There are many legends around the origin of tapas One has it that King Alfonso the 10th ordered small meals with wine to aid in his problematic digestion Another would have us believe that Spanish farmers offered quick small meals and some wine to fortify field workers so they could continue to work The home cookrsquos bible ldquoThe Joy of Cookingrdquo suggests the first tapas were slices of bread or meat sherry drinkers used to cover their glasses to keep fruit flies at bay It may also have something to do with the fact that Spaniards typically donrsquot eat dinner until after 9 pm which leaves lots of time to get hungry after work

Whatever Tapas are all the rage There are international competitions and restaurants serving the bar delicacies are popping up all over the world

mdash Clay Lambert

Standing in the kitchen of his new restaurant Felix Sanchez proudly flipped through an assortment of certificates newspaper clippings and letters of recommendation from eateries all over the world mdash from Sweden Russia Cuba

and Spain They show the path taken decades ago by a teenager in Barcelona when he accepted a dishwashing job in a restaurant kitchen and eventually worked his way up the line

After spending the last 15 years as a chef at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne in Miami Sanchez has come to Half Moon Bay On Dec 11 Sanchez along with his wife and two adult children opened Romesco Bistro and Tapas in Shoreline Station It is his first family-owned restaurant Sanchez formerly was part owner of an eatery in Sweden

The Sanchez family moved to the Bay Area about a year ago Sanchez met his wife

who is from Cuba while working in Sweden they had their children in Cuba After settling near San Francisco the family found a vacancy for their new business at Shoreline Station

ldquo(We chose Half Moon Bay) because we like the mountains and the beaches close together mdash it looks like the Mediterraneanrdquo said Felix Sanchezrsquos son who has the same name

While the elder Sanchez who has more than 40 yearsrsquo experience in the kitchen is doing most of the cooking his son and wife are pitching in as well The senior Sanchezrsquos daughter is working as a waitress

The restaurantrsquos menu mostly reflects dishes from Spain but also includes Cuban cuisine Sanchez intends to serve daily specials from different countries as well Specialties include four different kinds of paella one vegetarian as well as brandy-flamed grilled shrimp called flameado camarones al ajillo

And of course there are the tapas hot and cold varieties prepared traditionally with a modern touch

The restaurant is named for a well-known nut and pepper-based sauce from Spain that the elder Sanchez says is ldquoreally good for anythingrdquo He learned how to make it from a chef in Barcelona Romesco is made with the ntildeora pepper almonds garlic and other ingredients

The family makes their own desserts and once the restaurant obtains its liquor license it will offer beer local and Spanish wine and homemade sangria An order of paella for four will come with the offer of a $1 pitcher of sangria

ldquoI want to make food like the Ritz-Carlton serves but more affordable for familiesrdquo the senior Sanchez said

Romesco Bistro and Tapas is located at 225 Cabrillo Highway South Suite 128C in Half Moon Bay

SpainA bit of

at ShorelineBy Julia Reis

Photos by Cat Cutillo

Felix Sanchez prepares a small plate at his new Half Moon Bay restaurant Romesko Bistro and Tapas

1 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

AERIAL YOGASTRETCHESPOSSIBILITES

A space that once housed a bookshop and art gallery at Harbor Village in Princeton is now home to a new

yoga studio that offers a twist on the ancient discipline

In place of the bookshelves now hang 15 silk-based hammocks that drop to two different levels above the studio floor The hammocks are used in what is known as aerial or anti-gravity yoga a newer form that really resonates with the studio owner Amelia Cerezo

Having just left the hectic corporate world Cerezo quietly opened the doors to Mojo Yoga in October She offers 17 different classes Many of her classes utilize the hammocks in some fashion

though other classes stick with the traditional mat-based poses

The El Granada resident said she scoured a good portion of the Bay Area

for a place to house her own studio Then she remembered something significant from previous visits to Harbor Village in her own town Chris Overfelt the

GRAVITYDEFYING

By Carina WoudenbergPhotos by Cat Cutillo

Amelia Cerezo meditates in one of the silk hammocks used for aerial yoga She says that the unique practice can help take pressure off the hands and wrists

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 1 3 1 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

YOU CAN LOOK PRETTY

IN A POSE BUT IF IT DOESNrsquoT PROVIDE

ANY BENEFIT THERE ISNrsquoT

A WHOLE LOT OF SENSE IN

DOING IT

Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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Half Moon Bay Distillery is thrilled to introduce our stellar local bartenders Each month we will feature a Purissima Vodka cocktail created by a talented coastside ldquomixologistrdquo

This month we invite you to the Miramar Beach Restaurant where bartender Hector Morales works his magic Hector created the ldquoMiramar Beach Punchrdquo Visit the Miramar Beach Restaurant to try it or make it at home

Miramar Punch1frac12 oz Purissima Vodkafrac34 oz Cranberry Juicefrac34 oz Orange Juicefrac34 oz Pineapple JuiceSplash of Soda

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

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INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

2 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was overrdquo

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀愀氀 䴀攀搀椀䌀漀渀渀攀挀琀 倀氀愀渀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀ⴀ䴀攀搀椀挀愀椀搀 倀氀愀渀⤀ 椀猀 愀 栀攀愀氀琀栀 瀀氀愀渀 琀栀愀琀 挀漀渀琀爀愀挀琀猀 眀椀琀栀 戀漀琀栀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀 愀渀搀 䴀攀搀椀ⴀ䌀愀氀 琀漀 瀀爀漀瘀椀搀攀 戀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 漀昀 戀漀琀栀 瀀爀漀最爀愀洀猀 琀漀 攀渀爀漀氀氀攀攀猀 䰀椀洀椀琀愀琀椀漀渀猀Ⰰ 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀猀Ⰰ 愀渀搀 爀攀猀琀爀椀挀琀椀漀渀猀 洀愀礀 愀瀀瀀氀礀 䘀漀爀 洀漀爀攀 椀渀昀漀爀洀愀琀椀漀渀Ⰰ 挀愀氀氀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 唀渀椀琀 漀爀 爀攀愀搀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀䴀䌀 䴀攀洀戀攀爀 䠀愀渀搀戀漀漀欀 䈀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 愀渀搀 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀洀攀渀琀猀 洀愀礀 挀栀愀渀最攀 漀渀 䨀愀渀甀愀爀礀 漀昀 攀愀挀栀 礀攀愀爀

3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 9

Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 1

HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

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This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

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Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

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John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

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Happy New Year

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HALF MOON BAYJANUARY 2016Contents

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LocalFlavorTapas restaurant adds flavor to the Coastside 10

CoastsideCanineLittle One the shih tzu 42

DayTripperSkeggs Point and Alicersquos Restaurant 44

Publisherrsquos Note 4Flashback 6Upcoming 8Real Estate 46

Departments

ON THE COVER Coach Jaime Carrasco Photo by Cat Cutillo

Viva FootballHalf Moon Bay coach battles injury and finds his passionBY CAT CUTILLO

18

Big talent for Lil MCHomegrown hip-hop artist holds her own in male-dominated music sceneBY CLAY LAMBERT

26Medical profilesKeep yourself healthy and happy in the new year Check this directory for local medical professionalsSPECIAL ADVERTISING FEATURE

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FeaturesDefying gravityNew aerial yoga studio stretches preconceptions about the practiceBY CARINA WOUDENBERG

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SEND LETTER AND PHOTOS Your contributions are welcome Please send photos and letters for consid-eration to billhmbreviewcom copy2016 Half Moon Bay Review

HALF MOON BAYJANUARY 2016Publisherrsquos Note

BILL MURRAYPublisherbillhmbreviewcom

Like many men of a certain age Irsquom just not that flexible Tape a million-dollar bill to my toes and ask me to grab it without bending my knees and Irsquod end up $1 million short I feel like Irsquom

at least moderately active in between eight hour shifts of sitting in an office chair but Irsquove always been as stiff as a week old baguette

So when I started dabbling with yoga a few months ago the beginner classes on YouTube felt like double black diamond runs Sit on the floor

and cross my legs Who am I BKS Iyengar My best poses were the mountain pose where essentially you just try to stand up straight and shavasana the one where you lie down flat on your back Totally nailed rsquoem Or so I thought

Turns out that standing still mdash and doing nothing else but standing still mdash takes a fair amount of concentration Worrying about the next press deadline doesnrsquot count Trying to remember if we have enough ham left to make the kidsrsquo school sandwiches doesnrsquot count I started trying to work in some yoga every day for the physical benefits but Irsquove found that the mental exercise might actually be what itrsquos all about

Irsquom not proud to say that finding 20 minutes each day to check out mentally is a huge challenge Am I that busy or more accurately that distracted When my personal YouTube coach tells me that ldquogetting to the matrdquo is the hardest part I now know what shersquos talking about I can cheat a little on my downward dogs mdash and lord knows I do mdash but I canrsquot cheat on showing up Either you do or you donrsquot And proudly the only day I have missed so far is the day that our dog Ace barfed on the carpet where my yoga spot is I have a hard enough time trying to find inner peace without the olfactory addition

And even if my kids point and say ldquothere goes Dad to do his yogurtrdquo I am enjoying it And I do imagine that Irsquove seen some benefits Plus the next time someone tapes $1 million to my toes I might actually become a rich man

As I am a ways away from doing yoga in public I might pass on the newest aerial version which has found a home in Harbor Village but it is pretty intriguing Check out the beautiful photos and story about it in this monthrsquos issue Namaste

There goes Dad to do his yogurt

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Flashback

In the earliest days of the American Coastside nearly everybody was a farmer Most parents wanted their children to go to school The distance children needed

to travel to school was problematic The farms were widely spread across the 15 or 20 miles of coastline and also scattered several miles up the coastal canyons

The problem was solved from the start with the farmers banding together to build very local small schools along the coastal lands and within most of those canyons The schools were tiny often one-room buildings A single teacher was hired to work with all the ages of the children in schoolrsquos area Teacher benefits often included housing for the teacher

The Coastsidersquos first school appeared in Spanishtown (later named Half Moon Bay) It was a school for Spanish speakers and was built right in the center of the town The first school for English-speaking children was in Higgins Canyon ndash- just south of the town Every little hub of population between Montara in the north and Tunitas Canyon in the south created its own small school Most of the earliest buildings were starkly simple

When the railroad came to the Coastside (1906 until 1920) the future took on a different optimistic look Perhaps that was what influenced the construction of a few larger and distinctly handsome schools around 1910 The outstanding examples of the Coastsidersquos beautiful schools include the grammar schools in Montara and Moss Beach and the high school built in Half Moon Bay

Those three were large stately and each used the imposing Spanish Mission Revival architectural style A fourth new school built in that period was Half Moon Bayrsquos grammar

school Some would say that that school building was perhaps the most attractive The school was located on what is now Cunha Intermediate School property mdash close to todayrsquos Half Moon Bay Library

The railroadrsquos promise of a growing and modern population didnrsquot materialize Farming and an unchanging population continued along until after the Great Depression and through World War II In 1939 the federal government gave Half Moon Bay one if its Works Progress Administration projects as a way to improve communities and create jobs for the unemployed during

the depression The WPA constructed the school that eventually became Cunha Elementary School When the new building was opened the high school went into the

western wing ndash along Kelly Avenue The grammar school went into the south wing along Church Street

The students from the Half Moon Bay Grammar School moved a few dozen feet down the road into the new school The construction of that WPA project may mark the end of building the pretty schools of the Coastside

Some of the more isolated small canyon schools continued in service for years even after the population increases following the war Eventually easier transportation began to encourage centralizing the Coastsidersquos education In 1964 the Tunis School in Tunitas Canyon closed Tunis School was the last one-room school house in the county

Dave Cresson is the president of the Half Moon Bay History Association The association is an active group with regular meetings To learn more visit halfmoonbayhistoryorg

A golden age for Coastside schoolhouses

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Itrsquos good to be home

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Upcoming

A ton of talentJan 8 9 10 Coastsiders of all ages will light up the stage at Coastal Repertory Theatrersquos 24th annual Coastside Talent Show set for 8 pm Friday Jan 8 and Saturday Jan 9 and 2 p m Sunday Jan 10 at the theater at 1167 Main St in Half Moon Bay As always it will present a mix of song dance comedy and more but this year itrsquos in a little different format ldquoItrsquos time for exciting new changesrdquo said the theaterrsquos Associate Ar-tistic Director Roxane Ashe Friday nightrsquos show headed by musical director Martin Rojas-Dietrich will focus on Broadway show tunes instrumental and lots of vocal classical and cabaret-style song dance and music per-formed by all ages Saturday nightrsquos show will take an American Music Hall theme with an array of rock coun-try pop blues and Tin Pan Alley selections along with jugglers dancers comedians and bands Sundayrsquos mati-nee will focus on the family and on celebrating talented Coastside children and youth Both Saturdayrsquos and Sundayrsquos shows will feature musical director Steve Shufton and his band the Shuftones Tickets are $10stu-dents and seniors and $15general for one show with discounts for multiple shows Go to coatalrepcom

Opera society goes timely and tunefulJan 9 The Pescadero Opera Society presents Gian Carlos Menottirsquos Cold War drama ldquoThe Consulrdquo Itrsquos the composerrsquos first full-length opera sung in English Originally produced on Broadway as a musical drama in 1950 it wowed audiences with its lush score and chilling message as delivered through a lushly scored story of a wife and mother clashing with bureaucracy as she struggles to obtain an exit visa It will unfold in the societyrsquos informal barn south of Pescadero It starts at 2 pm and is followed by a potluck lunch 879-0769 pescaderooperacom

Local artist to show their stuffJan 15-March 30 Glassworks pottery photogra-phy sculpture paintings digital artwork and more will greet visitors to the Coastal Arts Leaguersquos Members Show at the CAL gallery and museum at 300 Main St Suite 6 in Half Moon Bay Many forms of artwork by some of the leaguersquos more than 100 members will be showcased and some of it will be for sale An artistsrsquo reception is scheduled from 5 to 8 pm on Friday Jan 22 at the gallery coastalartsleaguegmailcom

Inaugural seafood festival offers taste showcases fleet

Jan 30 The major fishing industry in the Half Moon Bay area and its fishing fleet based out of Pillar Point Harbor will be hon-ored at the ldquoSOS Seafood Festival Sustaining Our Seasrdquo scheduled rain or shine from 10 am to 5 pm on the open lots surrounding the Half Moon Bay Brewing Co at the harbor Food trucks will offer fresh and sustainable seafood SOS Beverage Bistros scattered throughout the event will offer award-wining local wines and there will also be craft beers available Live music will be performed by The House Rockers Mustache Harbor Rum-bache and The Lady Crooners There will also be speakers and kidsrsquo attractions Pets are not allowed Admission is $45-$50 and tick-ets are limited 728-2739 ext 207 wwwsos-seafestorg

Photo courtesy Dan Ambrosi wwwdanielambrosicom

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When we heard that Gianna andPeter Franco were going to remodeltheir Pacifica home we asked if wecould record the process on video

Thatrsquos what we are doing fromstart to finish This includes filmingthe couple as they go through theprocess of selecting some of theirhome improvement products like

windows and interior doorsYoursquore invited to keep up with this

remodeling adventure on our website In fact you can see the firstepisode now at DolanLumbercom

While yoursquore there be sure to register to receive news about products DYI tips and especially information about this project

Gianna Franco TV Personalityamp AnchorHost 957 The Game

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Getting on top of tapasldquoTapasrdquo is Spanish for ldquosnacks with alcoholrdquo No itrsquos

not Thatrsquos a lie But thatrsquos what it means (Actually ldquotapasrdquo derives from the Spanish word for ldquotoprdquo and some speculate that the word has been used because inn owners used to offer travelers samples of their meals on pot covers or tops)

There are many legends around the origin of tapas One has it that King Alfonso the 10th ordered small meals with wine to aid in his problematic digestion Another would have us believe that Spanish farmers offered quick small meals and some wine to fortify field workers so they could continue to work The home cookrsquos bible ldquoThe Joy of Cookingrdquo suggests the first tapas were slices of bread or meat sherry drinkers used to cover their glasses to keep fruit flies at bay It may also have something to do with the fact that Spaniards typically donrsquot eat dinner until after 9 pm which leaves lots of time to get hungry after work

Whatever Tapas are all the rage There are international competitions and restaurants serving the bar delicacies are popping up all over the world

mdash Clay Lambert

Standing in the kitchen of his new restaurant Felix Sanchez proudly flipped through an assortment of certificates newspaper clippings and letters of recommendation from eateries all over the world mdash from Sweden Russia Cuba

and Spain They show the path taken decades ago by a teenager in Barcelona when he accepted a dishwashing job in a restaurant kitchen and eventually worked his way up the line

After spending the last 15 years as a chef at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne in Miami Sanchez has come to Half Moon Bay On Dec 11 Sanchez along with his wife and two adult children opened Romesco Bistro and Tapas in Shoreline Station It is his first family-owned restaurant Sanchez formerly was part owner of an eatery in Sweden

The Sanchez family moved to the Bay Area about a year ago Sanchez met his wife

who is from Cuba while working in Sweden they had their children in Cuba After settling near San Francisco the family found a vacancy for their new business at Shoreline Station

ldquo(We chose Half Moon Bay) because we like the mountains and the beaches close together mdash it looks like the Mediterraneanrdquo said Felix Sanchezrsquos son who has the same name

While the elder Sanchez who has more than 40 yearsrsquo experience in the kitchen is doing most of the cooking his son and wife are pitching in as well The senior Sanchezrsquos daughter is working as a waitress

The restaurantrsquos menu mostly reflects dishes from Spain but also includes Cuban cuisine Sanchez intends to serve daily specials from different countries as well Specialties include four different kinds of paella one vegetarian as well as brandy-flamed grilled shrimp called flameado camarones al ajillo

And of course there are the tapas hot and cold varieties prepared traditionally with a modern touch

The restaurant is named for a well-known nut and pepper-based sauce from Spain that the elder Sanchez says is ldquoreally good for anythingrdquo He learned how to make it from a chef in Barcelona Romesco is made with the ntildeora pepper almonds garlic and other ingredients

The family makes their own desserts and once the restaurant obtains its liquor license it will offer beer local and Spanish wine and homemade sangria An order of paella for four will come with the offer of a $1 pitcher of sangria

ldquoI want to make food like the Ritz-Carlton serves but more affordable for familiesrdquo the senior Sanchez said

Romesco Bistro and Tapas is located at 225 Cabrillo Highway South Suite 128C in Half Moon Bay

SpainA bit of

at ShorelineBy Julia Reis

Photos by Cat Cutillo

Felix Sanchez prepares a small plate at his new Half Moon Bay restaurant Romesko Bistro and Tapas

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AERIAL YOGASTRETCHESPOSSIBILITES

A space that once housed a bookshop and art gallery at Harbor Village in Princeton is now home to a new

yoga studio that offers a twist on the ancient discipline

In place of the bookshelves now hang 15 silk-based hammocks that drop to two different levels above the studio floor The hammocks are used in what is known as aerial or anti-gravity yoga a newer form that really resonates with the studio owner Amelia Cerezo

Having just left the hectic corporate world Cerezo quietly opened the doors to Mojo Yoga in October She offers 17 different classes Many of her classes utilize the hammocks in some fashion

though other classes stick with the traditional mat-based poses

The El Granada resident said she scoured a good portion of the Bay Area

for a place to house her own studio Then she remembered something significant from previous visits to Harbor Village in her own town Chris Overfelt the

GRAVITYDEFYING

By Carina WoudenbergPhotos by Cat Cutillo

Amelia Cerezo meditates in one of the silk hammocks used for aerial yoga She says that the unique practice can help take pressure off the hands and wrists

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

YOU CAN LOOK PRETTY

IN A POSE BUT IF IT DOESNrsquoT PROVIDE

ANY BENEFIT THERE ISNrsquoT

A WHOLE LOT OF SENSE IN

DOING IT

Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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Half Moon Bay Distillery is thrilled to introduce our stellar local bartenders Each month we will feature a Purissima Vodka cocktail created by a talented coastside ldquomixologistrdquo

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

The suspended hammocks provide a unique twist on traditional yoga practices and contribute a unique

aesthetic in normally sparce yoga studios

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

HALF MOON BAY COACH CONQUERS

INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

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moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was overrdquo

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 3

Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

3 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 9

Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

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Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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2169 Purissima Creek Rd Half Moon Bay3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms $1740000Charming 1800plusmn sq ft coastal retreat nestled into the hills on 41plusmn acres with mountain and valley views www2169Purissimacom

442 Coronado Avenue Half Moon Bay4 Bedrooms + Office | 3 Bathrooms $1625000Stunning 3020plusmn sq ft home on 8800 sq ft lot Chefrsquos kitchen Great Room wcoffered ceiling www442Coronadocom

69 Patrick Way Half Moon Bay2 Bedrooms | 25 Bathrooms $754000This 1320plusmn sq ft multi-level townhouse is in Cypress Cove Community Just 2 blocks from downtown Main Stwww69Patrickcom

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700 Le Mans Way Half Moon Bay3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms $899000Single story 1790plusmn sq ft home in Frenchmanrsquos Creekwww700LeManscom

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Vacant Land 438 Sevilla Ave El Granada5000 sqft parcel zoned R-1 wfiltered $399000ocean views Incl expired plans for 2130 sq ft home 58rdquo CCWD water connection survey amp soil report

320 Garcia Ave Half Moon Bay3 Bedrooms | 25 Bathrooms $1050000Westside Alsace Lorraine neighborhood Reverse floorplan vaulted ceilings Oversized 8968plusmn sq ft lotwww320Garciacom

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Happy New Year

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HALF MOON BAYJANUARY 2016Contents

BILL M

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LocalFlavorTapas restaurant adds flavor to the Coastside 10

CoastsideCanineLittle One the shih tzu 42

DayTripperSkeggs Point and Alicersquos Restaurant 44

Publisherrsquos Note 4Flashback 6Upcoming 8Real Estate 46

Departments

ON THE COVER Coach Jaime Carrasco Photo by Cat Cutillo

Viva FootballHalf Moon Bay coach battles injury and finds his passionBY CAT CUTILLO

18

Big talent for Lil MCHomegrown hip-hop artist holds her own in male-dominated music sceneBY CLAY LAMBERT

26Medical profilesKeep yourself healthy and happy in the new year Check this directory for local medical professionalsSPECIAL ADVERTISING FEATURE

32

FeaturesDefying gravityNew aerial yoga studio stretches preconceptions about the practiceBY CARINA WOUDENBERG

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SEND LETTER AND PHOTOS Your contributions are welcome Please send photos and letters for consid-eration to billhmbreviewcom copy2016 Half Moon Bay Review

HALF MOON BAYJANUARY 2016Publisherrsquos Note

BILL MURRAYPublisherbillhmbreviewcom

Like many men of a certain age Irsquom just not that flexible Tape a million-dollar bill to my toes and ask me to grab it without bending my knees and Irsquod end up $1 million short I feel like Irsquom

at least moderately active in between eight hour shifts of sitting in an office chair but Irsquove always been as stiff as a week old baguette

So when I started dabbling with yoga a few months ago the beginner classes on YouTube felt like double black diamond runs Sit on the floor

and cross my legs Who am I BKS Iyengar My best poses were the mountain pose where essentially you just try to stand up straight and shavasana the one where you lie down flat on your back Totally nailed rsquoem Or so I thought

Turns out that standing still mdash and doing nothing else but standing still mdash takes a fair amount of concentration Worrying about the next press deadline doesnrsquot count Trying to remember if we have enough ham left to make the kidsrsquo school sandwiches doesnrsquot count I started trying to work in some yoga every day for the physical benefits but Irsquove found that the mental exercise might actually be what itrsquos all about

Irsquom not proud to say that finding 20 minutes each day to check out mentally is a huge challenge Am I that busy or more accurately that distracted When my personal YouTube coach tells me that ldquogetting to the matrdquo is the hardest part I now know what shersquos talking about I can cheat a little on my downward dogs mdash and lord knows I do mdash but I canrsquot cheat on showing up Either you do or you donrsquot And proudly the only day I have missed so far is the day that our dog Ace barfed on the carpet where my yoga spot is I have a hard enough time trying to find inner peace without the olfactory addition

And even if my kids point and say ldquothere goes Dad to do his yogurtrdquo I am enjoying it And I do imagine that Irsquove seen some benefits Plus the next time someone tapes $1 million to my toes I might actually become a rich man

As I am a ways away from doing yoga in public I might pass on the newest aerial version which has found a home in Harbor Village but it is pretty intriguing Check out the beautiful photos and story about it in this monthrsquos issue Namaste

There goes Dad to do his yogurt

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Flashback

In the earliest days of the American Coastside nearly everybody was a farmer Most parents wanted their children to go to school The distance children needed

to travel to school was problematic The farms were widely spread across the 15 or 20 miles of coastline and also scattered several miles up the coastal canyons

The problem was solved from the start with the farmers banding together to build very local small schools along the coastal lands and within most of those canyons The schools were tiny often one-room buildings A single teacher was hired to work with all the ages of the children in schoolrsquos area Teacher benefits often included housing for the teacher

The Coastsidersquos first school appeared in Spanishtown (later named Half Moon Bay) It was a school for Spanish speakers and was built right in the center of the town The first school for English-speaking children was in Higgins Canyon ndash- just south of the town Every little hub of population between Montara in the north and Tunitas Canyon in the south created its own small school Most of the earliest buildings were starkly simple

When the railroad came to the Coastside (1906 until 1920) the future took on a different optimistic look Perhaps that was what influenced the construction of a few larger and distinctly handsome schools around 1910 The outstanding examples of the Coastsidersquos beautiful schools include the grammar schools in Montara and Moss Beach and the high school built in Half Moon Bay

Those three were large stately and each used the imposing Spanish Mission Revival architectural style A fourth new school built in that period was Half Moon Bayrsquos grammar

school Some would say that that school building was perhaps the most attractive The school was located on what is now Cunha Intermediate School property mdash close to todayrsquos Half Moon Bay Library

The railroadrsquos promise of a growing and modern population didnrsquot materialize Farming and an unchanging population continued along until after the Great Depression and through World War II In 1939 the federal government gave Half Moon Bay one if its Works Progress Administration projects as a way to improve communities and create jobs for the unemployed during

the depression The WPA constructed the school that eventually became Cunha Elementary School When the new building was opened the high school went into the

western wing ndash along Kelly Avenue The grammar school went into the south wing along Church Street

The students from the Half Moon Bay Grammar School moved a few dozen feet down the road into the new school The construction of that WPA project may mark the end of building the pretty schools of the Coastside

Some of the more isolated small canyon schools continued in service for years even after the population increases following the war Eventually easier transportation began to encourage centralizing the Coastsidersquos education In 1964 the Tunis School in Tunitas Canyon closed Tunis School was the last one-room school house in the county

Dave Cresson is the president of the Half Moon Bay History Association The association is an active group with regular meetings To learn more visit halfmoonbayhistoryorg

A golden age for Coastside schoolhouses

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510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

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Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

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Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

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Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

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MondayndashFriday 10ndash5Saturday by appointment onlyLicence 751718

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Whether you have 100+ year old fl oors that need restorationor want a new fl oor we would love to help you

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Upcoming

A ton of talentJan 8 9 10 Coastsiders of all ages will light up the stage at Coastal Repertory Theatrersquos 24th annual Coastside Talent Show set for 8 pm Friday Jan 8 and Saturday Jan 9 and 2 p m Sunday Jan 10 at the theater at 1167 Main St in Half Moon Bay As always it will present a mix of song dance comedy and more but this year itrsquos in a little different format ldquoItrsquos time for exciting new changesrdquo said the theaterrsquos Associate Ar-tistic Director Roxane Ashe Friday nightrsquos show headed by musical director Martin Rojas-Dietrich will focus on Broadway show tunes instrumental and lots of vocal classical and cabaret-style song dance and music per-formed by all ages Saturday nightrsquos show will take an American Music Hall theme with an array of rock coun-try pop blues and Tin Pan Alley selections along with jugglers dancers comedians and bands Sundayrsquos mati-nee will focus on the family and on celebrating talented Coastside children and youth Both Saturdayrsquos and Sundayrsquos shows will feature musical director Steve Shufton and his band the Shuftones Tickets are $10stu-dents and seniors and $15general for one show with discounts for multiple shows Go to coatalrepcom

Opera society goes timely and tunefulJan 9 The Pescadero Opera Society presents Gian Carlos Menottirsquos Cold War drama ldquoThe Consulrdquo Itrsquos the composerrsquos first full-length opera sung in English Originally produced on Broadway as a musical drama in 1950 it wowed audiences with its lush score and chilling message as delivered through a lushly scored story of a wife and mother clashing with bureaucracy as she struggles to obtain an exit visa It will unfold in the societyrsquos informal barn south of Pescadero It starts at 2 pm and is followed by a potluck lunch 879-0769 pescaderooperacom

Local artist to show their stuffJan 15-March 30 Glassworks pottery photogra-phy sculpture paintings digital artwork and more will greet visitors to the Coastal Arts Leaguersquos Members Show at the CAL gallery and museum at 300 Main St Suite 6 in Half Moon Bay Many forms of artwork by some of the leaguersquos more than 100 members will be showcased and some of it will be for sale An artistsrsquo reception is scheduled from 5 to 8 pm on Friday Jan 22 at the gallery coastalartsleaguegmailcom

Inaugural seafood festival offers taste showcases fleet

Jan 30 The major fishing industry in the Half Moon Bay area and its fishing fleet based out of Pillar Point Harbor will be hon-ored at the ldquoSOS Seafood Festival Sustaining Our Seasrdquo scheduled rain or shine from 10 am to 5 pm on the open lots surrounding the Half Moon Bay Brewing Co at the harbor Food trucks will offer fresh and sustainable seafood SOS Beverage Bistros scattered throughout the event will offer award-wining local wines and there will also be craft beers available Live music will be performed by The House Rockers Mustache Harbor Rum-bache and The Lady Crooners There will also be speakers and kidsrsquo attractions Pets are not allowed Admission is $45-$50 and tick-ets are limited 728-2739 ext 207 wwwsos-seafestorg

Photo courtesy Dan Ambrosi wwwdanielambrosicom

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When we heard that Gianna andPeter Franco were going to remodeltheir Pacifica home we asked if wecould record the process on video

Thatrsquos what we are doing fromstart to finish This includes filmingthe couple as they go through theprocess of selecting some of theirhome improvement products like

windows and interior doorsYoursquore invited to keep up with this

remodeling adventure on our website In fact you can see the firstepisode now at DolanLumbercom

While yoursquore there be sure to register to receive news about products DYI tips and especially information about this project

Gianna Franco TV Personalityamp AnchorHost 957 The Game

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Getting on top of tapasldquoTapasrdquo is Spanish for ldquosnacks with alcoholrdquo No itrsquos

not Thatrsquos a lie But thatrsquos what it means (Actually ldquotapasrdquo derives from the Spanish word for ldquotoprdquo and some speculate that the word has been used because inn owners used to offer travelers samples of their meals on pot covers or tops)

There are many legends around the origin of tapas One has it that King Alfonso the 10th ordered small meals with wine to aid in his problematic digestion Another would have us believe that Spanish farmers offered quick small meals and some wine to fortify field workers so they could continue to work The home cookrsquos bible ldquoThe Joy of Cookingrdquo suggests the first tapas were slices of bread or meat sherry drinkers used to cover their glasses to keep fruit flies at bay It may also have something to do with the fact that Spaniards typically donrsquot eat dinner until after 9 pm which leaves lots of time to get hungry after work

Whatever Tapas are all the rage There are international competitions and restaurants serving the bar delicacies are popping up all over the world

mdash Clay Lambert

Standing in the kitchen of his new restaurant Felix Sanchez proudly flipped through an assortment of certificates newspaper clippings and letters of recommendation from eateries all over the world mdash from Sweden Russia Cuba

and Spain They show the path taken decades ago by a teenager in Barcelona when he accepted a dishwashing job in a restaurant kitchen and eventually worked his way up the line

After spending the last 15 years as a chef at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne in Miami Sanchez has come to Half Moon Bay On Dec 11 Sanchez along with his wife and two adult children opened Romesco Bistro and Tapas in Shoreline Station It is his first family-owned restaurant Sanchez formerly was part owner of an eatery in Sweden

The Sanchez family moved to the Bay Area about a year ago Sanchez met his wife

who is from Cuba while working in Sweden they had their children in Cuba After settling near San Francisco the family found a vacancy for their new business at Shoreline Station

ldquo(We chose Half Moon Bay) because we like the mountains and the beaches close together mdash it looks like the Mediterraneanrdquo said Felix Sanchezrsquos son who has the same name

While the elder Sanchez who has more than 40 yearsrsquo experience in the kitchen is doing most of the cooking his son and wife are pitching in as well The senior Sanchezrsquos daughter is working as a waitress

The restaurantrsquos menu mostly reflects dishes from Spain but also includes Cuban cuisine Sanchez intends to serve daily specials from different countries as well Specialties include four different kinds of paella one vegetarian as well as brandy-flamed grilled shrimp called flameado camarones al ajillo

And of course there are the tapas hot and cold varieties prepared traditionally with a modern touch

The restaurant is named for a well-known nut and pepper-based sauce from Spain that the elder Sanchez says is ldquoreally good for anythingrdquo He learned how to make it from a chef in Barcelona Romesco is made with the ntildeora pepper almonds garlic and other ingredients

The family makes their own desserts and once the restaurant obtains its liquor license it will offer beer local and Spanish wine and homemade sangria An order of paella for four will come with the offer of a $1 pitcher of sangria

ldquoI want to make food like the Ritz-Carlton serves but more affordable for familiesrdquo the senior Sanchez said

Romesco Bistro and Tapas is located at 225 Cabrillo Highway South Suite 128C in Half Moon Bay

SpainA bit of

at ShorelineBy Julia Reis

Photos by Cat Cutillo

Felix Sanchez prepares a small plate at his new Half Moon Bay restaurant Romesko Bistro and Tapas

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AERIAL YOGASTRETCHESPOSSIBILITES

A space that once housed a bookshop and art gallery at Harbor Village in Princeton is now home to a new

yoga studio that offers a twist on the ancient discipline

In place of the bookshelves now hang 15 silk-based hammocks that drop to two different levels above the studio floor The hammocks are used in what is known as aerial or anti-gravity yoga a newer form that really resonates with the studio owner Amelia Cerezo

Having just left the hectic corporate world Cerezo quietly opened the doors to Mojo Yoga in October She offers 17 different classes Many of her classes utilize the hammocks in some fashion

though other classes stick with the traditional mat-based poses

The El Granada resident said she scoured a good portion of the Bay Area

for a place to house her own studio Then she remembered something significant from previous visits to Harbor Village in her own town Chris Overfelt the

GRAVITYDEFYING

By Carina WoudenbergPhotos by Cat Cutillo

Amelia Cerezo meditates in one of the silk hammocks used for aerial yoga She says that the unique practice can help take pressure off the hands and wrists

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

YOU CAN LOOK PRETTY

IN A POSE BUT IF IT DOESNrsquoT PROVIDE

ANY BENEFIT THERE ISNrsquoT

A WHOLE LOT OF SENSE IN

DOING IT

Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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Half Moon Bay Distillery is thrilled to introduce our stellar local bartenders Each month we will feature a Purissima Vodka cocktail created by a talented coastside ldquomixologistrdquo

This month we invite you to the Miramar Beach Restaurant where bartender Hector Morales works his magic Hector created the ldquoMiramar Beach Punchrdquo Visit the Miramar Beach Restaurant to try it or make it at home

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

The suspended hammocks provide a unique twist on traditional yoga practices and contribute a unique

aesthetic in normally sparce yoga studios

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

HALF MOON BAY COACH CONQUERS

INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

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moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

Lead by example

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

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are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

3 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

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ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

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Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

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Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

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HALF MOON BAYJANUARY 2016Contents

BILL M

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LocalFlavorTapas restaurant adds flavor to the Coastside 10

CoastsideCanineLittle One the shih tzu 42

DayTripperSkeggs Point and Alicersquos Restaurant 44

Publisherrsquos Note 4Flashback 6Upcoming 8Real Estate 46

Departments

ON THE COVER Coach Jaime Carrasco Photo by Cat Cutillo

Viva FootballHalf Moon Bay coach battles injury and finds his passionBY CAT CUTILLO

18

Big talent for Lil MCHomegrown hip-hop artist holds her own in male-dominated music sceneBY CLAY LAMBERT

26Medical profilesKeep yourself healthy and happy in the new year Check this directory for local medical professionalsSPECIAL ADVERTISING FEATURE

32

FeaturesDefying gravityNew aerial yoga studio stretches preconceptions about the practiceBY CARINA WOUDENBERG

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HALF MOON BAYJANUARY 2016Publisherrsquos Note

BILL MURRAYPublisherbillhmbreviewcom

Like many men of a certain age Irsquom just not that flexible Tape a million-dollar bill to my toes and ask me to grab it without bending my knees and Irsquod end up $1 million short I feel like Irsquom

at least moderately active in between eight hour shifts of sitting in an office chair but Irsquove always been as stiff as a week old baguette

So when I started dabbling with yoga a few months ago the beginner classes on YouTube felt like double black diamond runs Sit on the floor

and cross my legs Who am I BKS Iyengar My best poses were the mountain pose where essentially you just try to stand up straight and shavasana the one where you lie down flat on your back Totally nailed rsquoem Or so I thought

Turns out that standing still mdash and doing nothing else but standing still mdash takes a fair amount of concentration Worrying about the next press deadline doesnrsquot count Trying to remember if we have enough ham left to make the kidsrsquo school sandwiches doesnrsquot count I started trying to work in some yoga every day for the physical benefits but Irsquove found that the mental exercise might actually be what itrsquos all about

Irsquom not proud to say that finding 20 minutes each day to check out mentally is a huge challenge Am I that busy or more accurately that distracted When my personal YouTube coach tells me that ldquogetting to the matrdquo is the hardest part I now know what shersquos talking about I can cheat a little on my downward dogs mdash and lord knows I do mdash but I canrsquot cheat on showing up Either you do or you donrsquot And proudly the only day I have missed so far is the day that our dog Ace barfed on the carpet where my yoga spot is I have a hard enough time trying to find inner peace without the olfactory addition

And even if my kids point and say ldquothere goes Dad to do his yogurtrdquo I am enjoying it And I do imagine that Irsquove seen some benefits Plus the next time someone tapes $1 million to my toes I might actually become a rich man

As I am a ways away from doing yoga in public I might pass on the newest aerial version which has found a home in Harbor Village but it is pretty intriguing Check out the beautiful photos and story about it in this monthrsquos issue Namaste

There goes Dad to do his yogurt

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Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

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Itrsquos good to be home

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510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

ABSOLUTE FLOORINGABSOLUTE FLOORING6507268141 wwwabsolutefloorscom

Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

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wwwabsolutefl oorscom

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Flashback

In the earliest days of the American Coastside nearly everybody was a farmer Most parents wanted their children to go to school The distance children needed

to travel to school was problematic The farms were widely spread across the 15 or 20 miles of coastline and also scattered several miles up the coastal canyons

The problem was solved from the start with the farmers banding together to build very local small schools along the coastal lands and within most of those canyons The schools were tiny often one-room buildings A single teacher was hired to work with all the ages of the children in schoolrsquos area Teacher benefits often included housing for the teacher

The Coastsidersquos first school appeared in Spanishtown (later named Half Moon Bay) It was a school for Spanish speakers and was built right in the center of the town The first school for English-speaking children was in Higgins Canyon ndash- just south of the town Every little hub of population between Montara in the north and Tunitas Canyon in the south created its own small school Most of the earliest buildings were starkly simple

When the railroad came to the Coastside (1906 until 1920) the future took on a different optimistic look Perhaps that was what influenced the construction of a few larger and distinctly handsome schools around 1910 The outstanding examples of the Coastsidersquos beautiful schools include the grammar schools in Montara and Moss Beach and the high school built in Half Moon Bay

Those three were large stately and each used the imposing Spanish Mission Revival architectural style A fourth new school built in that period was Half Moon Bayrsquos grammar

school Some would say that that school building was perhaps the most attractive The school was located on what is now Cunha Intermediate School property mdash close to todayrsquos Half Moon Bay Library

The railroadrsquos promise of a growing and modern population didnrsquot materialize Farming and an unchanging population continued along until after the Great Depression and through World War II In 1939 the federal government gave Half Moon Bay one if its Works Progress Administration projects as a way to improve communities and create jobs for the unemployed during

the depression The WPA constructed the school that eventually became Cunha Elementary School When the new building was opened the high school went into the

western wing ndash along Kelly Avenue The grammar school went into the south wing along Church Street

The students from the Half Moon Bay Grammar School moved a few dozen feet down the road into the new school The construction of that WPA project may mark the end of building the pretty schools of the Coastside

Some of the more isolated small canyon schools continued in service for years even after the population increases following the war Eventually easier transportation began to encourage centralizing the Coastsidersquos education In 1964 the Tunis School in Tunitas Canyon closed Tunis School was the last one-room school house in the county

Dave Cresson is the president of the Half Moon Bay History Association The association is an active group with regular meetings To learn more visit halfmoonbayhistoryorg

A golden age for Coastside schoolhouses

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510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

ABSOLUTE FLOORINGABSOLUTE FLOORING6507268141 wwwabsolutefloorscom

Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

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HMBReviewQuarterPgMayindd 1 52410 316 PM

510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

ABSOLUTE FLOORINGABSOLUTE FLOORING6507268141 wwwabsolutefloorscom

Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

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Itrsquos good to be home

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HMBReviewQuarterPgMayindd 1 52410 316 PM

510 Kelly Ave HMB(650)726-8141

wwwabsolutefl oorscom

MondayndashFriday 10ndash5Saturday by appointment onlyLicence 751718

Beautiful customs stains dyes and fi nishes

Whether you have 100+ year old fl oors that need restorationor want a new fl oor we would love to help you

Love your f loor

20 OFF

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8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Upcoming

A ton of talentJan 8 9 10 Coastsiders of all ages will light up the stage at Coastal Repertory Theatrersquos 24th annual Coastside Talent Show set for 8 pm Friday Jan 8 and Saturday Jan 9 and 2 p m Sunday Jan 10 at the theater at 1167 Main St in Half Moon Bay As always it will present a mix of song dance comedy and more but this year itrsquos in a little different format ldquoItrsquos time for exciting new changesrdquo said the theaterrsquos Associate Ar-tistic Director Roxane Ashe Friday nightrsquos show headed by musical director Martin Rojas-Dietrich will focus on Broadway show tunes instrumental and lots of vocal classical and cabaret-style song dance and music per-formed by all ages Saturday nightrsquos show will take an American Music Hall theme with an array of rock coun-try pop blues and Tin Pan Alley selections along with jugglers dancers comedians and bands Sundayrsquos mati-nee will focus on the family and on celebrating talented Coastside children and youth Both Saturdayrsquos and Sundayrsquos shows will feature musical director Steve Shufton and his band the Shuftones Tickets are $10stu-dents and seniors and $15general for one show with discounts for multiple shows Go to coatalrepcom

Opera society goes timely and tunefulJan 9 The Pescadero Opera Society presents Gian Carlos Menottirsquos Cold War drama ldquoThe Consulrdquo Itrsquos the composerrsquos first full-length opera sung in English Originally produced on Broadway as a musical drama in 1950 it wowed audiences with its lush score and chilling message as delivered through a lushly scored story of a wife and mother clashing with bureaucracy as she struggles to obtain an exit visa It will unfold in the societyrsquos informal barn south of Pescadero It starts at 2 pm and is followed by a potluck lunch 879-0769 pescaderooperacom

Local artist to show their stuffJan 15-March 30 Glassworks pottery photogra-phy sculpture paintings digital artwork and more will greet visitors to the Coastal Arts Leaguersquos Members Show at the CAL gallery and museum at 300 Main St Suite 6 in Half Moon Bay Many forms of artwork by some of the leaguersquos more than 100 members will be showcased and some of it will be for sale An artistsrsquo reception is scheduled from 5 to 8 pm on Friday Jan 22 at the gallery coastalartsleaguegmailcom

Inaugural seafood festival offers taste showcases fleet

Jan 30 The major fishing industry in the Half Moon Bay area and its fishing fleet based out of Pillar Point Harbor will be hon-ored at the ldquoSOS Seafood Festival Sustaining Our Seasrdquo scheduled rain or shine from 10 am to 5 pm on the open lots surrounding the Half Moon Bay Brewing Co at the harbor Food trucks will offer fresh and sustainable seafood SOS Beverage Bistros scattered throughout the event will offer award-wining local wines and there will also be craft beers available Live music will be performed by The House Rockers Mustache Harbor Rum-bache and The Lady Crooners There will also be speakers and kidsrsquo attractions Pets are not allowed Admission is $45-$50 and tick-ets are limited 728-2739 ext 207 wwwsos-seafestorg

Photo courtesy Dan Ambrosi wwwdanielambrosicom

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When we heard that Gianna andPeter Franco were going to remodeltheir Pacifica home we asked if wecould record the process on video

Thatrsquos what we are doing fromstart to finish This includes filmingthe couple as they go through theprocess of selecting some of theirhome improvement products like

windows and interior doorsYoursquore invited to keep up with this

remodeling adventure on our website In fact you can see the firstepisode now at DolanLumbercom

While yoursquore there be sure to register to receive news about products DYI tips and especially information about this project

Gianna Franco TV Personalityamp AnchorHost 957 The Game

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1 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Getting on top of tapasldquoTapasrdquo is Spanish for ldquosnacks with alcoholrdquo No itrsquos

not Thatrsquos a lie But thatrsquos what it means (Actually ldquotapasrdquo derives from the Spanish word for ldquotoprdquo and some speculate that the word has been used because inn owners used to offer travelers samples of their meals on pot covers or tops)

There are many legends around the origin of tapas One has it that King Alfonso the 10th ordered small meals with wine to aid in his problematic digestion Another would have us believe that Spanish farmers offered quick small meals and some wine to fortify field workers so they could continue to work The home cookrsquos bible ldquoThe Joy of Cookingrdquo suggests the first tapas were slices of bread or meat sherry drinkers used to cover their glasses to keep fruit flies at bay It may also have something to do with the fact that Spaniards typically donrsquot eat dinner until after 9 pm which leaves lots of time to get hungry after work

Whatever Tapas are all the rage There are international competitions and restaurants serving the bar delicacies are popping up all over the world

mdash Clay Lambert

Standing in the kitchen of his new restaurant Felix Sanchez proudly flipped through an assortment of certificates newspaper clippings and letters of recommendation from eateries all over the world mdash from Sweden Russia Cuba

and Spain They show the path taken decades ago by a teenager in Barcelona when he accepted a dishwashing job in a restaurant kitchen and eventually worked his way up the line

After spending the last 15 years as a chef at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne in Miami Sanchez has come to Half Moon Bay On Dec 11 Sanchez along with his wife and two adult children opened Romesco Bistro and Tapas in Shoreline Station It is his first family-owned restaurant Sanchez formerly was part owner of an eatery in Sweden

The Sanchez family moved to the Bay Area about a year ago Sanchez met his wife

who is from Cuba while working in Sweden they had their children in Cuba After settling near San Francisco the family found a vacancy for their new business at Shoreline Station

ldquo(We chose Half Moon Bay) because we like the mountains and the beaches close together mdash it looks like the Mediterraneanrdquo said Felix Sanchezrsquos son who has the same name

While the elder Sanchez who has more than 40 yearsrsquo experience in the kitchen is doing most of the cooking his son and wife are pitching in as well The senior Sanchezrsquos daughter is working as a waitress

The restaurantrsquos menu mostly reflects dishes from Spain but also includes Cuban cuisine Sanchez intends to serve daily specials from different countries as well Specialties include four different kinds of paella one vegetarian as well as brandy-flamed grilled shrimp called flameado camarones al ajillo

And of course there are the tapas hot and cold varieties prepared traditionally with a modern touch

The restaurant is named for a well-known nut and pepper-based sauce from Spain that the elder Sanchez says is ldquoreally good for anythingrdquo He learned how to make it from a chef in Barcelona Romesco is made with the ntildeora pepper almonds garlic and other ingredients

The family makes their own desserts and once the restaurant obtains its liquor license it will offer beer local and Spanish wine and homemade sangria An order of paella for four will come with the offer of a $1 pitcher of sangria

ldquoI want to make food like the Ritz-Carlton serves but more affordable for familiesrdquo the senior Sanchez said

Romesco Bistro and Tapas is located at 225 Cabrillo Highway South Suite 128C in Half Moon Bay

SpainA bit of

at ShorelineBy Julia Reis

Photos by Cat Cutillo

Felix Sanchez prepares a small plate at his new Half Moon Bay restaurant Romesko Bistro and Tapas

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AERIAL YOGASTRETCHESPOSSIBILITES

A space that once housed a bookshop and art gallery at Harbor Village in Princeton is now home to a new

yoga studio that offers a twist on the ancient discipline

In place of the bookshelves now hang 15 silk-based hammocks that drop to two different levels above the studio floor The hammocks are used in what is known as aerial or anti-gravity yoga a newer form that really resonates with the studio owner Amelia Cerezo

Having just left the hectic corporate world Cerezo quietly opened the doors to Mojo Yoga in October She offers 17 different classes Many of her classes utilize the hammocks in some fashion

though other classes stick with the traditional mat-based poses

The El Granada resident said she scoured a good portion of the Bay Area

for a place to house her own studio Then she remembered something significant from previous visits to Harbor Village in her own town Chris Overfelt the

GRAVITYDEFYING

By Carina WoudenbergPhotos by Cat Cutillo

Amelia Cerezo meditates in one of the silk hammocks used for aerial yoga She says that the unique practice can help take pressure off the hands and wrists

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

YOU CAN LOOK PRETTY

IN A POSE BUT IF IT DOESNrsquoT PROVIDE

ANY BENEFIT THERE ISNrsquoT

A WHOLE LOT OF SENSE IN

DOING IT

Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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Half Moon Bay Distillery is thrilled to introduce our stellar local bartenders Each month we will feature a Purissima Vodka cocktail created by a talented coastside ldquomixologistrdquo

This month we invite you to the Miramar Beach Restaurant where bartender Hector Morales works his magic Hector created the ldquoMiramar Beach Punchrdquo Visit the Miramar Beach Restaurant to try it or make it at home

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

The suspended hammocks provide a unique twist on traditional yoga practices and contribute a unique

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

HALF MOON BAY COACH CONQUERS

INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

2 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

2 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

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going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

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are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

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$572Sep-Dec 2015

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John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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PUBLISHERBill Murray

EDITOR Clay Lambert

WRITERS Stacy TrevenonJulia ReisCat CutilloCarina Woudenberg

COPY EDITOR Julie Gerth

PHOTOGRAPHERSCat Cutillo

DESIGN Bill Murray

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BUSINESS OFFICEBarbara Anderson

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SEND LETTER AND PHOTOS Your contributions are welcome Please send photos and letters for consid-eration to billhmbreviewcom copy2016 Half Moon Bay Review

HALF MOON BAYJANUARY 2016Publisherrsquos Note

BILL MURRAYPublisherbillhmbreviewcom

Like many men of a certain age Irsquom just not that flexible Tape a million-dollar bill to my toes and ask me to grab it without bending my knees and Irsquod end up $1 million short I feel like Irsquom

at least moderately active in between eight hour shifts of sitting in an office chair but Irsquove always been as stiff as a week old baguette

So when I started dabbling with yoga a few months ago the beginner classes on YouTube felt like double black diamond runs Sit on the floor

and cross my legs Who am I BKS Iyengar My best poses were the mountain pose where essentially you just try to stand up straight and shavasana the one where you lie down flat on your back Totally nailed rsquoem Or so I thought

Turns out that standing still mdash and doing nothing else but standing still mdash takes a fair amount of concentration Worrying about the next press deadline doesnrsquot count Trying to remember if we have enough ham left to make the kidsrsquo school sandwiches doesnrsquot count I started trying to work in some yoga every day for the physical benefits but Irsquove found that the mental exercise might actually be what itrsquos all about

Irsquom not proud to say that finding 20 minutes each day to check out mentally is a huge challenge Am I that busy or more accurately that distracted When my personal YouTube coach tells me that ldquogetting to the matrdquo is the hardest part I now know what shersquos talking about I can cheat a little on my downward dogs mdash and lord knows I do mdash but I canrsquot cheat on showing up Either you do or you donrsquot And proudly the only day I have missed so far is the day that our dog Ace barfed on the carpet where my yoga spot is I have a hard enough time trying to find inner peace without the olfactory addition

And even if my kids point and say ldquothere goes Dad to do his yogurtrdquo I am enjoying it And I do imagine that Irsquove seen some benefits Plus the next time someone tapes $1 million to my toes I might actually become a rich man

As I am a ways away from doing yoga in public I might pass on the newest aerial version which has found a home in Harbor Village but it is pretty intriguing Check out the beautiful photos and story about it in this monthrsquos issue Namaste

There goes Dad to do his yogurt

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Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

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Itrsquos good to be home

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510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

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Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

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Flashback

In the earliest days of the American Coastside nearly everybody was a farmer Most parents wanted their children to go to school The distance children needed

to travel to school was problematic The farms were widely spread across the 15 or 20 miles of coastline and also scattered several miles up the coastal canyons

The problem was solved from the start with the farmers banding together to build very local small schools along the coastal lands and within most of those canyons The schools were tiny often one-room buildings A single teacher was hired to work with all the ages of the children in schoolrsquos area Teacher benefits often included housing for the teacher

The Coastsidersquos first school appeared in Spanishtown (later named Half Moon Bay) It was a school for Spanish speakers and was built right in the center of the town The first school for English-speaking children was in Higgins Canyon ndash- just south of the town Every little hub of population between Montara in the north and Tunitas Canyon in the south created its own small school Most of the earliest buildings were starkly simple

When the railroad came to the Coastside (1906 until 1920) the future took on a different optimistic look Perhaps that was what influenced the construction of a few larger and distinctly handsome schools around 1910 The outstanding examples of the Coastsidersquos beautiful schools include the grammar schools in Montara and Moss Beach and the high school built in Half Moon Bay

Those three were large stately and each used the imposing Spanish Mission Revival architectural style A fourth new school built in that period was Half Moon Bayrsquos grammar

school Some would say that that school building was perhaps the most attractive The school was located on what is now Cunha Intermediate School property mdash close to todayrsquos Half Moon Bay Library

The railroadrsquos promise of a growing and modern population didnrsquot materialize Farming and an unchanging population continued along until after the Great Depression and through World War II In 1939 the federal government gave Half Moon Bay one if its Works Progress Administration projects as a way to improve communities and create jobs for the unemployed during

the depression The WPA constructed the school that eventually became Cunha Elementary School When the new building was opened the high school went into the

western wing ndash along Kelly Avenue The grammar school went into the south wing along Church Street

The students from the Half Moon Bay Grammar School moved a few dozen feet down the road into the new school The construction of that WPA project may mark the end of building the pretty schools of the Coastside

Some of the more isolated small canyon schools continued in service for years even after the population increases following the war Eventually easier transportation began to encourage centralizing the Coastsidersquos education In 1964 the Tunis School in Tunitas Canyon closed Tunis School was the last one-room school house in the county

Dave Cresson is the president of the Half Moon Bay History Association The association is an active group with regular meetings To learn more visit halfmoonbayhistoryorg

A golden age for Coastside schoolhouses

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Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

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Itrsquos good to be home

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Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

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Itrsquos good to be home

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MondayndashFriday 10ndash5Saturday by appointment onlyLicence 751718

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Whether you have 100+ year old fl oors that need restorationor want a new fl oor we would love to help you

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Upcoming

A ton of talentJan 8 9 10 Coastsiders of all ages will light up the stage at Coastal Repertory Theatrersquos 24th annual Coastside Talent Show set for 8 pm Friday Jan 8 and Saturday Jan 9 and 2 p m Sunday Jan 10 at the theater at 1167 Main St in Half Moon Bay As always it will present a mix of song dance comedy and more but this year itrsquos in a little different format ldquoItrsquos time for exciting new changesrdquo said the theaterrsquos Associate Ar-tistic Director Roxane Ashe Friday nightrsquos show headed by musical director Martin Rojas-Dietrich will focus on Broadway show tunes instrumental and lots of vocal classical and cabaret-style song dance and music per-formed by all ages Saturday nightrsquos show will take an American Music Hall theme with an array of rock coun-try pop blues and Tin Pan Alley selections along with jugglers dancers comedians and bands Sundayrsquos mati-nee will focus on the family and on celebrating talented Coastside children and youth Both Saturdayrsquos and Sundayrsquos shows will feature musical director Steve Shufton and his band the Shuftones Tickets are $10stu-dents and seniors and $15general for one show with discounts for multiple shows Go to coatalrepcom

Opera society goes timely and tunefulJan 9 The Pescadero Opera Society presents Gian Carlos Menottirsquos Cold War drama ldquoThe Consulrdquo Itrsquos the composerrsquos first full-length opera sung in English Originally produced on Broadway as a musical drama in 1950 it wowed audiences with its lush score and chilling message as delivered through a lushly scored story of a wife and mother clashing with bureaucracy as she struggles to obtain an exit visa It will unfold in the societyrsquos informal barn south of Pescadero It starts at 2 pm and is followed by a potluck lunch 879-0769 pescaderooperacom

Local artist to show their stuffJan 15-March 30 Glassworks pottery photogra-phy sculpture paintings digital artwork and more will greet visitors to the Coastal Arts Leaguersquos Members Show at the CAL gallery and museum at 300 Main St Suite 6 in Half Moon Bay Many forms of artwork by some of the leaguersquos more than 100 members will be showcased and some of it will be for sale An artistsrsquo reception is scheduled from 5 to 8 pm on Friday Jan 22 at the gallery coastalartsleaguegmailcom

Inaugural seafood festival offers taste showcases fleet

Jan 30 The major fishing industry in the Half Moon Bay area and its fishing fleet based out of Pillar Point Harbor will be hon-ored at the ldquoSOS Seafood Festival Sustaining Our Seasrdquo scheduled rain or shine from 10 am to 5 pm on the open lots surrounding the Half Moon Bay Brewing Co at the harbor Food trucks will offer fresh and sustainable seafood SOS Beverage Bistros scattered throughout the event will offer award-wining local wines and there will also be craft beers available Live music will be performed by The House Rockers Mustache Harbor Rum-bache and The Lady Crooners There will also be speakers and kidsrsquo attractions Pets are not allowed Admission is $45-$50 and tick-ets are limited 728-2739 ext 207 wwwsos-seafestorg

Photo courtesy Dan Ambrosi wwwdanielambrosicom

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When we heard that Gianna andPeter Franco were going to remodeltheir Pacifica home we asked if wecould record the process on video

Thatrsquos what we are doing fromstart to finish This includes filmingthe couple as they go through theprocess of selecting some of theirhome improvement products like

windows and interior doorsYoursquore invited to keep up with this

remodeling adventure on our website In fact you can see the firstepisode now at DolanLumbercom

While yoursquore there be sure to register to receive news about products DYI tips and especially information about this project

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1 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Getting on top of tapasldquoTapasrdquo is Spanish for ldquosnacks with alcoholrdquo No itrsquos

not Thatrsquos a lie But thatrsquos what it means (Actually ldquotapasrdquo derives from the Spanish word for ldquotoprdquo and some speculate that the word has been used because inn owners used to offer travelers samples of their meals on pot covers or tops)

There are many legends around the origin of tapas One has it that King Alfonso the 10th ordered small meals with wine to aid in his problematic digestion Another would have us believe that Spanish farmers offered quick small meals and some wine to fortify field workers so they could continue to work The home cookrsquos bible ldquoThe Joy of Cookingrdquo suggests the first tapas were slices of bread or meat sherry drinkers used to cover their glasses to keep fruit flies at bay It may also have something to do with the fact that Spaniards typically donrsquot eat dinner until after 9 pm which leaves lots of time to get hungry after work

Whatever Tapas are all the rage There are international competitions and restaurants serving the bar delicacies are popping up all over the world

mdash Clay Lambert

Standing in the kitchen of his new restaurant Felix Sanchez proudly flipped through an assortment of certificates newspaper clippings and letters of recommendation from eateries all over the world mdash from Sweden Russia Cuba

and Spain They show the path taken decades ago by a teenager in Barcelona when he accepted a dishwashing job in a restaurant kitchen and eventually worked his way up the line

After spending the last 15 years as a chef at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne in Miami Sanchez has come to Half Moon Bay On Dec 11 Sanchez along with his wife and two adult children opened Romesco Bistro and Tapas in Shoreline Station It is his first family-owned restaurant Sanchez formerly was part owner of an eatery in Sweden

The Sanchez family moved to the Bay Area about a year ago Sanchez met his wife

who is from Cuba while working in Sweden they had their children in Cuba After settling near San Francisco the family found a vacancy for their new business at Shoreline Station

ldquo(We chose Half Moon Bay) because we like the mountains and the beaches close together mdash it looks like the Mediterraneanrdquo said Felix Sanchezrsquos son who has the same name

While the elder Sanchez who has more than 40 yearsrsquo experience in the kitchen is doing most of the cooking his son and wife are pitching in as well The senior Sanchezrsquos daughter is working as a waitress

The restaurantrsquos menu mostly reflects dishes from Spain but also includes Cuban cuisine Sanchez intends to serve daily specials from different countries as well Specialties include four different kinds of paella one vegetarian as well as brandy-flamed grilled shrimp called flameado camarones al ajillo

And of course there are the tapas hot and cold varieties prepared traditionally with a modern touch

The restaurant is named for a well-known nut and pepper-based sauce from Spain that the elder Sanchez says is ldquoreally good for anythingrdquo He learned how to make it from a chef in Barcelona Romesco is made with the ntildeora pepper almonds garlic and other ingredients

The family makes their own desserts and once the restaurant obtains its liquor license it will offer beer local and Spanish wine and homemade sangria An order of paella for four will come with the offer of a $1 pitcher of sangria

ldquoI want to make food like the Ritz-Carlton serves but more affordable for familiesrdquo the senior Sanchez said

Romesco Bistro and Tapas is located at 225 Cabrillo Highway South Suite 128C in Half Moon Bay

SpainA bit of

at ShorelineBy Julia Reis

Photos by Cat Cutillo

Felix Sanchez prepares a small plate at his new Half Moon Bay restaurant Romesko Bistro and Tapas

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AERIAL YOGASTRETCHESPOSSIBILITES

A space that once housed a bookshop and art gallery at Harbor Village in Princeton is now home to a new

yoga studio that offers a twist on the ancient discipline

In place of the bookshelves now hang 15 silk-based hammocks that drop to two different levels above the studio floor The hammocks are used in what is known as aerial or anti-gravity yoga a newer form that really resonates with the studio owner Amelia Cerezo

Having just left the hectic corporate world Cerezo quietly opened the doors to Mojo Yoga in October She offers 17 different classes Many of her classes utilize the hammocks in some fashion

though other classes stick with the traditional mat-based poses

The El Granada resident said she scoured a good portion of the Bay Area

for a place to house her own studio Then she remembered something significant from previous visits to Harbor Village in her own town Chris Overfelt the

GRAVITYDEFYING

By Carina WoudenbergPhotos by Cat Cutillo

Amelia Cerezo meditates in one of the silk hammocks used for aerial yoga She says that the unique practice can help take pressure off the hands and wrists

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

YOU CAN LOOK PRETTY

IN A POSE BUT IF IT DOESNrsquoT PROVIDE

ANY BENEFIT THERE ISNrsquoT

A WHOLE LOT OF SENSE IN

DOING IT

Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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Half Moon Bay Distillery is thrilled to introduce our stellar local bartenders Each month we will feature a Purissima Vodka cocktail created by a talented coastside ldquomixologistrdquo

This month we invite you to the Miramar Beach Restaurant where bartender Hector Morales works his magic Hector created the ldquoMiramar Beach Punchrdquo Visit the Miramar Beach Restaurant to try it or make it at home

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

The suspended hammocks provide a unique twist on traditional yoga practices and contribute a unique

aesthetic in normally sparce yoga studios

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

HALF MOON BAY COACH CONQUERS

INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

2 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

2 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

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going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀愀氀 䴀攀搀椀䌀漀渀渀攀挀琀 倀氀愀渀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀ⴀ䴀攀搀椀挀愀椀搀 倀氀愀渀⤀ 椀猀 愀 栀攀愀氀琀栀 瀀氀愀渀 琀栀愀琀 挀漀渀琀爀愀挀琀猀 眀椀琀栀 戀漀琀栀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀 愀渀搀 䴀攀搀椀ⴀ䌀愀氀 琀漀 瀀爀漀瘀椀搀攀 戀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 漀昀 戀漀琀栀 瀀爀漀最爀愀洀猀 琀漀 攀渀爀漀氀氀攀攀猀 䰀椀洀椀琀愀琀椀漀渀猀Ⰰ 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀猀Ⰰ 愀渀搀 爀攀猀琀爀椀挀琀椀漀渀猀 洀愀礀 愀瀀瀀氀礀 䘀漀爀 洀漀爀攀 椀渀昀漀爀洀愀琀椀漀渀Ⰰ 挀愀氀氀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 唀渀椀琀 漀爀 爀攀愀搀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀䴀䌀 䴀攀洀戀攀爀 䠀愀渀搀戀漀漀欀 䈀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 愀渀搀 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀洀攀渀琀猀 洀愀礀 挀栀愀渀最攀 漀渀 䨀愀渀甀愀爀礀 漀昀 攀愀挀栀 礀攀愀爀

3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

3 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

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TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

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PUBLISHERBill Murray

EDITOR Clay Lambert

WRITERS Stacy TrevenonJulia ReisCat CutilloCarina Woudenberg

COPY EDITOR Julie Gerth

PHOTOGRAPHERSCat Cutillo

DESIGN Bill Murray

CONTRIBUTORS Dave Cresson

BUSINESS OFFICEBarbara Anderson

CIRCULATIONLynn Altwer ADVERTISING SALES Linda Pettengill Randie MarlowBarbara DinnsenKathy Schramm

CONTACT US 714 Kelly Avenue Half Moon Bay CA 94019 (650) 726-4424 wwwhmbreviewcom

SEND LETTER AND PHOTOS Your contributions are welcome Please send photos and letters for consid-eration to billhmbreviewcom copy2016 Half Moon Bay Review

HALF MOON BAYJANUARY 2016Publisherrsquos Note

BILL MURRAYPublisherbillhmbreviewcom

Like many men of a certain age Irsquom just not that flexible Tape a million-dollar bill to my toes and ask me to grab it without bending my knees and Irsquod end up $1 million short I feel like Irsquom

at least moderately active in between eight hour shifts of sitting in an office chair but Irsquove always been as stiff as a week old baguette

So when I started dabbling with yoga a few months ago the beginner classes on YouTube felt like double black diamond runs Sit on the floor

and cross my legs Who am I BKS Iyengar My best poses were the mountain pose where essentially you just try to stand up straight and shavasana the one where you lie down flat on your back Totally nailed rsquoem Or so I thought

Turns out that standing still mdash and doing nothing else but standing still mdash takes a fair amount of concentration Worrying about the next press deadline doesnrsquot count Trying to remember if we have enough ham left to make the kidsrsquo school sandwiches doesnrsquot count I started trying to work in some yoga every day for the physical benefits but Irsquove found that the mental exercise might actually be what itrsquos all about

Irsquom not proud to say that finding 20 minutes each day to check out mentally is a huge challenge Am I that busy or more accurately that distracted When my personal YouTube coach tells me that ldquogetting to the matrdquo is the hardest part I now know what shersquos talking about I can cheat a little on my downward dogs mdash and lord knows I do mdash but I canrsquot cheat on showing up Either you do or you donrsquot And proudly the only day I have missed so far is the day that our dog Ace barfed on the carpet where my yoga spot is I have a hard enough time trying to find inner peace without the olfactory addition

And even if my kids point and say ldquothere goes Dad to do his yogurtrdquo I am enjoying it And I do imagine that Irsquove seen some benefits Plus the next time someone tapes $1 million to my toes I might actually become a rich man

As I am a ways away from doing yoga in public I might pass on the newest aerial version which has found a home in Harbor Village but it is pretty intriguing Check out the beautiful photos and story about it in this monthrsquos issue Namaste

There goes Dad to do his yogurt

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Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

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Flashback

In the earliest days of the American Coastside nearly everybody was a farmer Most parents wanted their children to go to school The distance children needed

to travel to school was problematic The farms were widely spread across the 15 or 20 miles of coastline and also scattered several miles up the coastal canyons

The problem was solved from the start with the farmers banding together to build very local small schools along the coastal lands and within most of those canyons The schools were tiny often one-room buildings A single teacher was hired to work with all the ages of the children in schoolrsquos area Teacher benefits often included housing for the teacher

The Coastsidersquos first school appeared in Spanishtown (later named Half Moon Bay) It was a school for Spanish speakers and was built right in the center of the town The first school for English-speaking children was in Higgins Canyon ndash- just south of the town Every little hub of population between Montara in the north and Tunitas Canyon in the south created its own small school Most of the earliest buildings were starkly simple

When the railroad came to the Coastside (1906 until 1920) the future took on a different optimistic look Perhaps that was what influenced the construction of a few larger and distinctly handsome schools around 1910 The outstanding examples of the Coastsidersquos beautiful schools include the grammar schools in Montara and Moss Beach and the high school built in Half Moon Bay

Those three were large stately and each used the imposing Spanish Mission Revival architectural style A fourth new school built in that period was Half Moon Bayrsquos grammar

school Some would say that that school building was perhaps the most attractive The school was located on what is now Cunha Intermediate School property mdash close to todayrsquos Half Moon Bay Library

The railroadrsquos promise of a growing and modern population didnrsquot materialize Farming and an unchanging population continued along until after the Great Depression and through World War II In 1939 the federal government gave Half Moon Bay one if its Works Progress Administration projects as a way to improve communities and create jobs for the unemployed during

the depression The WPA constructed the school that eventually became Cunha Elementary School When the new building was opened the high school went into the

western wing ndash along Kelly Avenue The grammar school went into the south wing along Church Street

The students from the Half Moon Bay Grammar School moved a few dozen feet down the road into the new school The construction of that WPA project may mark the end of building the pretty schools of the Coastside

Some of the more isolated small canyon schools continued in service for years even after the population increases following the war Eventually easier transportation began to encourage centralizing the Coastsidersquos education In 1964 the Tunis School in Tunitas Canyon closed Tunis School was the last one-room school house in the county

Dave Cresson is the president of the Half Moon Bay History Association The association is an active group with regular meetings To learn more visit halfmoonbayhistoryorg

A golden age for Coastside schoolhouses

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510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

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Itrsquos good to be home

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MondayndashFriday 10ndash5Saturday by appointment onlyLicence 751718

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Whether you have 100+ year old fl oors that need restorationor want a new fl oor we would love to help you

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Upcoming

A ton of talentJan 8 9 10 Coastsiders of all ages will light up the stage at Coastal Repertory Theatrersquos 24th annual Coastside Talent Show set for 8 pm Friday Jan 8 and Saturday Jan 9 and 2 p m Sunday Jan 10 at the theater at 1167 Main St in Half Moon Bay As always it will present a mix of song dance comedy and more but this year itrsquos in a little different format ldquoItrsquos time for exciting new changesrdquo said the theaterrsquos Associate Ar-tistic Director Roxane Ashe Friday nightrsquos show headed by musical director Martin Rojas-Dietrich will focus on Broadway show tunes instrumental and lots of vocal classical and cabaret-style song dance and music per-formed by all ages Saturday nightrsquos show will take an American Music Hall theme with an array of rock coun-try pop blues and Tin Pan Alley selections along with jugglers dancers comedians and bands Sundayrsquos mati-nee will focus on the family and on celebrating talented Coastside children and youth Both Saturdayrsquos and Sundayrsquos shows will feature musical director Steve Shufton and his band the Shuftones Tickets are $10stu-dents and seniors and $15general for one show with discounts for multiple shows Go to coatalrepcom

Opera society goes timely and tunefulJan 9 The Pescadero Opera Society presents Gian Carlos Menottirsquos Cold War drama ldquoThe Consulrdquo Itrsquos the composerrsquos first full-length opera sung in English Originally produced on Broadway as a musical drama in 1950 it wowed audiences with its lush score and chilling message as delivered through a lushly scored story of a wife and mother clashing with bureaucracy as she struggles to obtain an exit visa It will unfold in the societyrsquos informal barn south of Pescadero It starts at 2 pm and is followed by a potluck lunch 879-0769 pescaderooperacom

Local artist to show their stuffJan 15-March 30 Glassworks pottery photogra-phy sculpture paintings digital artwork and more will greet visitors to the Coastal Arts Leaguersquos Members Show at the CAL gallery and museum at 300 Main St Suite 6 in Half Moon Bay Many forms of artwork by some of the leaguersquos more than 100 members will be showcased and some of it will be for sale An artistsrsquo reception is scheduled from 5 to 8 pm on Friday Jan 22 at the gallery coastalartsleaguegmailcom

Inaugural seafood festival offers taste showcases fleet

Jan 30 The major fishing industry in the Half Moon Bay area and its fishing fleet based out of Pillar Point Harbor will be hon-ored at the ldquoSOS Seafood Festival Sustaining Our Seasrdquo scheduled rain or shine from 10 am to 5 pm on the open lots surrounding the Half Moon Bay Brewing Co at the harbor Food trucks will offer fresh and sustainable seafood SOS Beverage Bistros scattered throughout the event will offer award-wining local wines and there will also be craft beers available Live music will be performed by The House Rockers Mustache Harbor Rum-bache and The Lady Crooners There will also be speakers and kidsrsquo attractions Pets are not allowed Admission is $45-$50 and tick-ets are limited 728-2739 ext 207 wwwsos-seafestorg

Photo courtesy Dan Ambrosi wwwdanielambrosicom

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When we heard that Gianna andPeter Franco were going to remodeltheir Pacifica home we asked if wecould record the process on video

Thatrsquos what we are doing fromstart to finish This includes filmingthe couple as they go through theprocess of selecting some of theirhome improvement products like

windows and interior doorsYoursquore invited to keep up with this

remodeling adventure on our website In fact you can see the firstepisode now at DolanLumbercom

While yoursquore there be sure to register to receive news about products DYI tips and especially information about this project

Gianna Franco TV Personalityamp AnchorHost 957 The Game

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Getting on top of tapasldquoTapasrdquo is Spanish for ldquosnacks with alcoholrdquo No itrsquos

not Thatrsquos a lie But thatrsquos what it means (Actually ldquotapasrdquo derives from the Spanish word for ldquotoprdquo and some speculate that the word has been used because inn owners used to offer travelers samples of their meals on pot covers or tops)

There are many legends around the origin of tapas One has it that King Alfonso the 10th ordered small meals with wine to aid in his problematic digestion Another would have us believe that Spanish farmers offered quick small meals and some wine to fortify field workers so they could continue to work The home cookrsquos bible ldquoThe Joy of Cookingrdquo suggests the first tapas were slices of bread or meat sherry drinkers used to cover their glasses to keep fruit flies at bay It may also have something to do with the fact that Spaniards typically donrsquot eat dinner until after 9 pm which leaves lots of time to get hungry after work

Whatever Tapas are all the rage There are international competitions and restaurants serving the bar delicacies are popping up all over the world

mdash Clay Lambert

Standing in the kitchen of his new restaurant Felix Sanchez proudly flipped through an assortment of certificates newspaper clippings and letters of recommendation from eateries all over the world mdash from Sweden Russia Cuba

and Spain They show the path taken decades ago by a teenager in Barcelona when he accepted a dishwashing job in a restaurant kitchen and eventually worked his way up the line

After spending the last 15 years as a chef at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne in Miami Sanchez has come to Half Moon Bay On Dec 11 Sanchez along with his wife and two adult children opened Romesco Bistro and Tapas in Shoreline Station It is his first family-owned restaurant Sanchez formerly was part owner of an eatery in Sweden

The Sanchez family moved to the Bay Area about a year ago Sanchez met his wife

who is from Cuba while working in Sweden they had their children in Cuba After settling near San Francisco the family found a vacancy for their new business at Shoreline Station

ldquo(We chose Half Moon Bay) because we like the mountains and the beaches close together mdash it looks like the Mediterraneanrdquo said Felix Sanchezrsquos son who has the same name

While the elder Sanchez who has more than 40 yearsrsquo experience in the kitchen is doing most of the cooking his son and wife are pitching in as well The senior Sanchezrsquos daughter is working as a waitress

The restaurantrsquos menu mostly reflects dishes from Spain but also includes Cuban cuisine Sanchez intends to serve daily specials from different countries as well Specialties include four different kinds of paella one vegetarian as well as brandy-flamed grilled shrimp called flameado camarones al ajillo

And of course there are the tapas hot and cold varieties prepared traditionally with a modern touch

The restaurant is named for a well-known nut and pepper-based sauce from Spain that the elder Sanchez says is ldquoreally good for anythingrdquo He learned how to make it from a chef in Barcelona Romesco is made with the ntildeora pepper almonds garlic and other ingredients

The family makes their own desserts and once the restaurant obtains its liquor license it will offer beer local and Spanish wine and homemade sangria An order of paella for four will come with the offer of a $1 pitcher of sangria

ldquoI want to make food like the Ritz-Carlton serves but more affordable for familiesrdquo the senior Sanchez said

Romesco Bistro and Tapas is located at 225 Cabrillo Highway South Suite 128C in Half Moon Bay

SpainA bit of

at ShorelineBy Julia Reis

Photos by Cat Cutillo

Felix Sanchez prepares a small plate at his new Half Moon Bay restaurant Romesko Bistro and Tapas

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AERIAL YOGASTRETCHESPOSSIBILITES

A space that once housed a bookshop and art gallery at Harbor Village in Princeton is now home to a new

yoga studio that offers a twist on the ancient discipline

In place of the bookshelves now hang 15 silk-based hammocks that drop to two different levels above the studio floor The hammocks are used in what is known as aerial or anti-gravity yoga a newer form that really resonates with the studio owner Amelia Cerezo

Having just left the hectic corporate world Cerezo quietly opened the doors to Mojo Yoga in October She offers 17 different classes Many of her classes utilize the hammocks in some fashion

though other classes stick with the traditional mat-based poses

The El Granada resident said she scoured a good portion of the Bay Area

for a place to house her own studio Then she remembered something significant from previous visits to Harbor Village in her own town Chris Overfelt the

GRAVITYDEFYING

By Carina WoudenbergPhotos by Cat Cutillo

Amelia Cerezo meditates in one of the silk hammocks used for aerial yoga She says that the unique practice can help take pressure off the hands and wrists

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

YOU CAN LOOK PRETTY

IN A POSE BUT IF IT DOESNrsquoT PROVIDE

ANY BENEFIT THERE ISNrsquoT

A WHOLE LOT OF SENSE IN

DOING IT

Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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Half Moon Bay Distillery is thrilled to introduce our stellar local bartenders Each month we will feature a Purissima Vodka cocktail created by a talented coastside ldquomixologistrdquo

This month we invite you to the Miramar Beach Restaurant where bartender Hector Morales works his magic Hector created the ldquoMiramar Beach Punchrdquo Visit the Miramar Beach Restaurant to try it or make it at home

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

The suspended hammocks provide a unique twist on traditional yoga practices and contribute a unique

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

HALF MOON BAY COACH CONQUERS

INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

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moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀愀氀 䴀攀搀椀䌀漀渀渀攀挀琀 倀氀愀渀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀ⴀ䴀攀搀椀挀愀椀搀 倀氀愀渀⤀ 椀猀 愀 栀攀愀氀琀栀 瀀氀愀渀 琀栀愀琀 挀漀渀琀爀愀挀琀猀 眀椀琀栀 戀漀琀栀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀 愀渀搀 䴀攀搀椀ⴀ䌀愀氀 琀漀 瀀爀漀瘀椀搀攀 戀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 漀昀 戀漀琀栀 瀀爀漀最爀愀洀猀 琀漀 攀渀爀漀氀氀攀攀猀 䰀椀洀椀琀愀琀椀漀渀猀Ⰰ 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀猀Ⰰ 愀渀搀 爀攀猀琀爀椀挀琀椀漀渀猀 洀愀礀 愀瀀瀀氀礀 䘀漀爀 洀漀爀攀 椀渀昀漀爀洀愀琀椀漀渀Ⰰ 挀愀氀氀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 唀渀椀琀 漀爀 爀攀愀搀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀䴀䌀 䴀攀洀戀攀爀 䠀愀渀搀戀漀漀欀 䈀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 愀渀搀 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀洀攀渀琀猀 洀愀礀 挀栀愀渀最攀 漀渀 䨀愀渀甀愀爀礀 漀昀 攀愀挀栀 礀攀愀爀

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

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Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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BIL

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

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Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

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Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

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Flashback

In the earliest days of the American Coastside nearly everybody was a farmer Most parents wanted their children to go to school The distance children needed

to travel to school was problematic The farms were widely spread across the 15 or 20 miles of coastline and also scattered several miles up the coastal canyons

The problem was solved from the start with the farmers banding together to build very local small schools along the coastal lands and within most of those canyons The schools were tiny often one-room buildings A single teacher was hired to work with all the ages of the children in schoolrsquos area Teacher benefits often included housing for the teacher

The Coastsidersquos first school appeared in Spanishtown (later named Half Moon Bay) It was a school for Spanish speakers and was built right in the center of the town The first school for English-speaking children was in Higgins Canyon ndash- just south of the town Every little hub of population between Montara in the north and Tunitas Canyon in the south created its own small school Most of the earliest buildings were starkly simple

When the railroad came to the Coastside (1906 until 1920) the future took on a different optimistic look Perhaps that was what influenced the construction of a few larger and distinctly handsome schools around 1910 The outstanding examples of the Coastsidersquos beautiful schools include the grammar schools in Montara and Moss Beach and the high school built in Half Moon Bay

Those three were large stately and each used the imposing Spanish Mission Revival architectural style A fourth new school built in that period was Half Moon Bayrsquos grammar

school Some would say that that school building was perhaps the most attractive The school was located on what is now Cunha Intermediate School property mdash close to todayrsquos Half Moon Bay Library

The railroadrsquos promise of a growing and modern population didnrsquot materialize Farming and an unchanging population continued along until after the Great Depression and through World War II In 1939 the federal government gave Half Moon Bay one if its Works Progress Administration projects as a way to improve communities and create jobs for the unemployed during

the depression The WPA constructed the school that eventually became Cunha Elementary School When the new building was opened the high school went into the

western wing ndash along Kelly Avenue The grammar school went into the south wing along Church Street

The students from the Half Moon Bay Grammar School moved a few dozen feet down the road into the new school The construction of that WPA project may mark the end of building the pretty schools of the Coastside

Some of the more isolated small canyon schools continued in service for years even after the population increases following the war Eventually easier transportation began to encourage centralizing the Coastsidersquos education In 1964 the Tunis School in Tunitas Canyon closed Tunis School was the last one-room school house in the county

Dave Cresson is the president of the Half Moon Bay History Association The association is an active group with regular meetings To learn more visit halfmoonbayhistoryorg

A golden age for Coastside schoolhouses

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510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

ABSOLUTE FLOORINGABSOLUTE FLOORING6507268141 wwwabsolutefloorscom

Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

green builder certified

HMBReviewQuarterPgMayindd 1 52410 316 PM

510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

ABSOLUTE FLOORINGABSOLUTE FLOORING6507268141 wwwabsolutefloorscom

Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

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Upcoming

A ton of talentJan 8 9 10 Coastsiders of all ages will light up the stage at Coastal Repertory Theatrersquos 24th annual Coastside Talent Show set for 8 pm Friday Jan 8 and Saturday Jan 9 and 2 p m Sunday Jan 10 at the theater at 1167 Main St in Half Moon Bay As always it will present a mix of song dance comedy and more but this year itrsquos in a little different format ldquoItrsquos time for exciting new changesrdquo said the theaterrsquos Associate Ar-tistic Director Roxane Ashe Friday nightrsquos show headed by musical director Martin Rojas-Dietrich will focus on Broadway show tunes instrumental and lots of vocal classical and cabaret-style song dance and music per-formed by all ages Saturday nightrsquos show will take an American Music Hall theme with an array of rock coun-try pop blues and Tin Pan Alley selections along with jugglers dancers comedians and bands Sundayrsquos mati-nee will focus on the family and on celebrating talented Coastside children and youth Both Saturdayrsquos and Sundayrsquos shows will feature musical director Steve Shufton and his band the Shuftones Tickets are $10stu-dents and seniors and $15general for one show with discounts for multiple shows Go to coatalrepcom

Opera society goes timely and tunefulJan 9 The Pescadero Opera Society presents Gian Carlos Menottirsquos Cold War drama ldquoThe Consulrdquo Itrsquos the composerrsquos first full-length opera sung in English Originally produced on Broadway as a musical drama in 1950 it wowed audiences with its lush score and chilling message as delivered through a lushly scored story of a wife and mother clashing with bureaucracy as she struggles to obtain an exit visa It will unfold in the societyrsquos informal barn south of Pescadero It starts at 2 pm and is followed by a potluck lunch 879-0769 pescaderooperacom

Local artist to show their stuffJan 15-March 30 Glassworks pottery photogra-phy sculpture paintings digital artwork and more will greet visitors to the Coastal Arts Leaguersquos Members Show at the CAL gallery and museum at 300 Main St Suite 6 in Half Moon Bay Many forms of artwork by some of the leaguersquos more than 100 members will be showcased and some of it will be for sale An artistsrsquo reception is scheduled from 5 to 8 pm on Friday Jan 22 at the gallery coastalartsleaguegmailcom

Inaugural seafood festival offers taste showcases fleet

Jan 30 The major fishing industry in the Half Moon Bay area and its fishing fleet based out of Pillar Point Harbor will be hon-ored at the ldquoSOS Seafood Festival Sustaining Our Seasrdquo scheduled rain or shine from 10 am to 5 pm on the open lots surrounding the Half Moon Bay Brewing Co at the harbor Food trucks will offer fresh and sustainable seafood SOS Beverage Bistros scattered throughout the event will offer award-wining local wines and there will also be craft beers available Live music will be performed by The House Rockers Mustache Harbor Rum-bache and The Lady Crooners There will also be speakers and kidsrsquo attractions Pets are not allowed Admission is $45-$50 and tick-ets are limited 728-2739 ext 207 wwwsos-seafestorg

Photo courtesy Dan Ambrosi wwwdanielambrosicom

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When we heard that Gianna andPeter Franco were going to remodeltheir Pacifica home we asked if wecould record the process on video

Thatrsquos what we are doing fromstart to finish This includes filmingthe couple as they go through theprocess of selecting some of theirhome improvement products like

windows and interior doorsYoursquore invited to keep up with this

remodeling adventure on our website In fact you can see the firstepisode now at DolanLumbercom

While yoursquore there be sure to register to receive news about products DYI tips and especially information about this project

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Getting on top of tapasldquoTapasrdquo is Spanish for ldquosnacks with alcoholrdquo No itrsquos

not Thatrsquos a lie But thatrsquos what it means (Actually ldquotapasrdquo derives from the Spanish word for ldquotoprdquo and some speculate that the word has been used because inn owners used to offer travelers samples of their meals on pot covers or tops)

There are many legends around the origin of tapas One has it that King Alfonso the 10th ordered small meals with wine to aid in his problematic digestion Another would have us believe that Spanish farmers offered quick small meals and some wine to fortify field workers so they could continue to work The home cookrsquos bible ldquoThe Joy of Cookingrdquo suggests the first tapas were slices of bread or meat sherry drinkers used to cover their glasses to keep fruit flies at bay It may also have something to do with the fact that Spaniards typically donrsquot eat dinner until after 9 pm which leaves lots of time to get hungry after work

Whatever Tapas are all the rage There are international competitions and restaurants serving the bar delicacies are popping up all over the world

mdash Clay Lambert

Standing in the kitchen of his new restaurant Felix Sanchez proudly flipped through an assortment of certificates newspaper clippings and letters of recommendation from eateries all over the world mdash from Sweden Russia Cuba

and Spain They show the path taken decades ago by a teenager in Barcelona when he accepted a dishwashing job in a restaurant kitchen and eventually worked his way up the line

After spending the last 15 years as a chef at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne in Miami Sanchez has come to Half Moon Bay On Dec 11 Sanchez along with his wife and two adult children opened Romesco Bistro and Tapas in Shoreline Station It is his first family-owned restaurant Sanchez formerly was part owner of an eatery in Sweden

The Sanchez family moved to the Bay Area about a year ago Sanchez met his wife

who is from Cuba while working in Sweden they had their children in Cuba After settling near San Francisco the family found a vacancy for their new business at Shoreline Station

ldquo(We chose Half Moon Bay) because we like the mountains and the beaches close together mdash it looks like the Mediterraneanrdquo said Felix Sanchezrsquos son who has the same name

While the elder Sanchez who has more than 40 yearsrsquo experience in the kitchen is doing most of the cooking his son and wife are pitching in as well The senior Sanchezrsquos daughter is working as a waitress

The restaurantrsquos menu mostly reflects dishes from Spain but also includes Cuban cuisine Sanchez intends to serve daily specials from different countries as well Specialties include four different kinds of paella one vegetarian as well as brandy-flamed grilled shrimp called flameado camarones al ajillo

And of course there are the tapas hot and cold varieties prepared traditionally with a modern touch

The restaurant is named for a well-known nut and pepper-based sauce from Spain that the elder Sanchez says is ldquoreally good for anythingrdquo He learned how to make it from a chef in Barcelona Romesco is made with the ntildeora pepper almonds garlic and other ingredients

The family makes their own desserts and once the restaurant obtains its liquor license it will offer beer local and Spanish wine and homemade sangria An order of paella for four will come with the offer of a $1 pitcher of sangria

ldquoI want to make food like the Ritz-Carlton serves but more affordable for familiesrdquo the senior Sanchez said

Romesco Bistro and Tapas is located at 225 Cabrillo Highway South Suite 128C in Half Moon Bay

SpainA bit of

at ShorelineBy Julia Reis

Photos by Cat Cutillo

Felix Sanchez prepares a small plate at his new Half Moon Bay restaurant Romesko Bistro and Tapas

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AERIAL YOGASTRETCHESPOSSIBILITES

A space that once housed a bookshop and art gallery at Harbor Village in Princeton is now home to a new

yoga studio that offers a twist on the ancient discipline

In place of the bookshelves now hang 15 silk-based hammocks that drop to two different levels above the studio floor The hammocks are used in what is known as aerial or anti-gravity yoga a newer form that really resonates with the studio owner Amelia Cerezo

Having just left the hectic corporate world Cerezo quietly opened the doors to Mojo Yoga in October She offers 17 different classes Many of her classes utilize the hammocks in some fashion

though other classes stick with the traditional mat-based poses

The El Granada resident said she scoured a good portion of the Bay Area

for a place to house her own studio Then she remembered something significant from previous visits to Harbor Village in her own town Chris Overfelt the

GRAVITYDEFYING

By Carina WoudenbergPhotos by Cat Cutillo

Amelia Cerezo meditates in one of the silk hammocks used for aerial yoga She says that the unique practice can help take pressure off the hands and wrists

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

YOU CAN LOOK PRETTY

IN A POSE BUT IF IT DOESNrsquoT PROVIDE

ANY BENEFIT THERE ISNrsquoT

A WHOLE LOT OF SENSE IN

DOING IT

Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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Half Moon Bay Distillery is thrilled to introduce our stellar local bartenders Each month we will feature a Purissima Vodka cocktail created by a talented coastside ldquomixologistrdquo

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

The suspended hammocks provide a unique twist on traditional yoga practices and contribute a unique

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

HALF MOON BAY COACH CONQUERS

INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

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moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was overrdquo

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 3

Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

3 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

3 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 7

Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 9

Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

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HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

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$572Sep-Dec 2015

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TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

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green builder certified

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510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

ABSOLUTE FLOORINGABSOLUTE FLOORING6507268141 wwwabsolutefloorscom

Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

green builder certified

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Flashback

In the earliest days of the American Coastside nearly everybody was a farmer Most parents wanted their children to go to school The distance children needed

to travel to school was problematic The farms were widely spread across the 15 or 20 miles of coastline and also scattered several miles up the coastal canyons

The problem was solved from the start with the farmers banding together to build very local small schools along the coastal lands and within most of those canyons The schools were tiny often one-room buildings A single teacher was hired to work with all the ages of the children in schoolrsquos area Teacher benefits often included housing for the teacher

The Coastsidersquos first school appeared in Spanishtown (later named Half Moon Bay) It was a school for Spanish speakers and was built right in the center of the town The first school for English-speaking children was in Higgins Canyon ndash- just south of the town Every little hub of population between Montara in the north and Tunitas Canyon in the south created its own small school Most of the earliest buildings were starkly simple

When the railroad came to the Coastside (1906 until 1920) the future took on a different optimistic look Perhaps that was what influenced the construction of a few larger and distinctly handsome schools around 1910 The outstanding examples of the Coastsidersquos beautiful schools include the grammar schools in Montara and Moss Beach and the high school built in Half Moon Bay

Those three were large stately and each used the imposing Spanish Mission Revival architectural style A fourth new school built in that period was Half Moon Bayrsquos grammar

school Some would say that that school building was perhaps the most attractive The school was located on what is now Cunha Intermediate School property mdash close to todayrsquos Half Moon Bay Library

The railroadrsquos promise of a growing and modern population didnrsquot materialize Farming and an unchanging population continued along until after the Great Depression and through World War II In 1939 the federal government gave Half Moon Bay one if its Works Progress Administration projects as a way to improve communities and create jobs for the unemployed during

the depression The WPA constructed the school that eventually became Cunha Elementary School When the new building was opened the high school went into the

western wing ndash along Kelly Avenue The grammar school went into the south wing along Church Street

The students from the Half Moon Bay Grammar School moved a few dozen feet down the road into the new school The construction of that WPA project may mark the end of building the pretty schools of the Coastside

Some of the more isolated small canyon schools continued in service for years even after the population increases following the war Eventually easier transportation began to encourage centralizing the Coastsidersquos education In 1964 the Tunis School in Tunitas Canyon closed Tunis School was the last one-room school house in the county

Dave Cresson is the president of the Half Moon Bay History Association The association is an active group with regular meetings To learn more visit halfmoonbayhistoryorg

A golden age for Coastside schoolhouses

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510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

ABSOLUTE FLOORINGABSOLUTE FLOORING6507268141 wwwabsolutefloorscom

Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

green builder certified

HMBReviewQuarterPgMayindd 1 52410 316 PM

510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

ABSOLUTE FLOORINGABSOLUTE FLOORING6507268141 wwwabsolutefloorscom

Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

green builder certified

HMBReviewQuarterPgMayindd 1 52410 316 PM

510 Kelly Ave HMB(650)726-8141

wwwabsolutefl oorscom

MondayndashFriday 10ndash5Saturday by appointment onlyLicence 751718

Beautiful customs stains dyes and fi nishes

Whether you have 100+ year old fl oors that need restorationor want a new fl oor we would love to help you

Love your f loor

20 OFF

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Upcoming

A ton of talentJan 8 9 10 Coastsiders of all ages will light up the stage at Coastal Repertory Theatrersquos 24th annual Coastside Talent Show set for 8 pm Friday Jan 8 and Saturday Jan 9 and 2 p m Sunday Jan 10 at the theater at 1167 Main St in Half Moon Bay As always it will present a mix of song dance comedy and more but this year itrsquos in a little different format ldquoItrsquos time for exciting new changesrdquo said the theaterrsquos Associate Ar-tistic Director Roxane Ashe Friday nightrsquos show headed by musical director Martin Rojas-Dietrich will focus on Broadway show tunes instrumental and lots of vocal classical and cabaret-style song dance and music per-formed by all ages Saturday nightrsquos show will take an American Music Hall theme with an array of rock coun-try pop blues and Tin Pan Alley selections along with jugglers dancers comedians and bands Sundayrsquos mati-nee will focus on the family and on celebrating talented Coastside children and youth Both Saturdayrsquos and Sundayrsquos shows will feature musical director Steve Shufton and his band the Shuftones Tickets are $10stu-dents and seniors and $15general for one show with discounts for multiple shows Go to coatalrepcom

Opera society goes timely and tunefulJan 9 The Pescadero Opera Society presents Gian Carlos Menottirsquos Cold War drama ldquoThe Consulrdquo Itrsquos the composerrsquos first full-length opera sung in English Originally produced on Broadway as a musical drama in 1950 it wowed audiences with its lush score and chilling message as delivered through a lushly scored story of a wife and mother clashing with bureaucracy as she struggles to obtain an exit visa It will unfold in the societyrsquos informal barn south of Pescadero It starts at 2 pm and is followed by a potluck lunch 879-0769 pescaderooperacom

Local artist to show their stuffJan 15-March 30 Glassworks pottery photogra-phy sculpture paintings digital artwork and more will greet visitors to the Coastal Arts Leaguersquos Members Show at the CAL gallery and museum at 300 Main St Suite 6 in Half Moon Bay Many forms of artwork by some of the leaguersquos more than 100 members will be showcased and some of it will be for sale An artistsrsquo reception is scheduled from 5 to 8 pm on Friday Jan 22 at the gallery coastalartsleaguegmailcom

Inaugural seafood festival offers taste showcases fleet

Jan 30 The major fishing industry in the Half Moon Bay area and its fishing fleet based out of Pillar Point Harbor will be hon-ored at the ldquoSOS Seafood Festival Sustaining Our Seasrdquo scheduled rain or shine from 10 am to 5 pm on the open lots surrounding the Half Moon Bay Brewing Co at the harbor Food trucks will offer fresh and sustainable seafood SOS Beverage Bistros scattered throughout the event will offer award-wining local wines and there will also be craft beers available Live music will be performed by The House Rockers Mustache Harbor Rum-bache and The Lady Crooners There will also be speakers and kidsrsquo attractions Pets are not allowed Admission is $45-$50 and tick-ets are limited 728-2739 ext 207 wwwsos-seafestorg

Photo courtesy Dan Ambrosi wwwdanielambrosicom

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When we heard that Gianna andPeter Franco were going to remodeltheir Pacifica home we asked if wecould record the process on video

Thatrsquos what we are doing fromstart to finish This includes filmingthe couple as they go through theprocess of selecting some of theirhome improvement products like

windows and interior doorsYoursquore invited to keep up with this

remodeling adventure on our website In fact you can see the firstepisode now at DolanLumbercom

While yoursquore there be sure to register to receive news about products DYI tips and especially information about this project

Gianna Franco TV Personalityamp AnchorHost 957 The Game

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Getting on top of tapasldquoTapasrdquo is Spanish for ldquosnacks with alcoholrdquo No itrsquos

not Thatrsquos a lie But thatrsquos what it means (Actually ldquotapasrdquo derives from the Spanish word for ldquotoprdquo and some speculate that the word has been used because inn owners used to offer travelers samples of their meals on pot covers or tops)

There are many legends around the origin of tapas One has it that King Alfonso the 10th ordered small meals with wine to aid in his problematic digestion Another would have us believe that Spanish farmers offered quick small meals and some wine to fortify field workers so they could continue to work The home cookrsquos bible ldquoThe Joy of Cookingrdquo suggests the first tapas were slices of bread or meat sherry drinkers used to cover their glasses to keep fruit flies at bay It may also have something to do with the fact that Spaniards typically donrsquot eat dinner until after 9 pm which leaves lots of time to get hungry after work

Whatever Tapas are all the rage There are international competitions and restaurants serving the bar delicacies are popping up all over the world

mdash Clay Lambert

Standing in the kitchen of his new restaurant Felix Sanchez proudly flipped through an assortment of certificates newspaper clippings and letters of recommendation from eateries all over the world mdash from Sweden Russia Cuba

and Spain They show the path taken decades ago by a teenager in Barcelona when he accepted a dishwashing job in a restaurant kitchen and eventually worked his way up the line

After spending the last 15 years as a chef at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne in Miami Sanchez has come to Half Moon Bay On Dec 11 Sanchez along with his wife and two adult children opened Romesco Bistro and Tapas in Shoreline Station It is his first family-owned restaurant Sanchez formerly was part owner of an eatery in Sweden

The Sanchez family moved to the Bay Area about a year ago Sanchez met his wife

who is from Cuba while working in Sweden they had their children in Cuba After settling near San Francisco the family found a vacancy for their new business at Shoreline Station

ldquo(We chose Half Moon Bay) because we like the mountains and the beaches close together mdash it looks like the Mediterraneanrdquo said Felix Sanchezrsquos son who has the same name

While the elder Sanchez who has more than 40 yearsrsquo experience in the kitchen is doing most of the cooking his son and wife are pitching in as well The senior Sanchezrsquos daughter is working as a waitress

The restaurantrsquos menu mostly reflects dishes from Spain but also includes Cuban cuisine Sanchez intends to serve daily specials from different countries as well Specialties include four different kinds of paella one vegetarian as well as brandy-flamed grilled shrimp called flameado camarones al ajillo

And of course there are the tapas hot and cold varieties prepared traditionally with a modern touch

The restaurant is named for a well-known nut and pepper-based sauce from Spain that the elder Sanchez says is ldquoreally good for anythingrdquo He learned how to make it from a chef in Barcelona Romesco is made with the ntildeora pepper almonds garlic and other ingredients

The family makes their own desserts and once the restaurant obtains its liquor license it will offer beer local and Spanish wine and homemade sangria An order of paella for four will come with the offer of a $1 pitcher of sangria

ldquoI want to make food like the Ritz-Carlton serves but more affordable for familiesrdquo the senior Sanchez said

Romesco Bistro and Tapas is located at 225 Cabrillo Highway South Suite 128C in Half Moon Bay

SpainA bit of

at ShorelineBy Julia Reis

Photos by Cat Cutillo

Felix Sanchez prepares a small plate at his new Half Moon Bay restaurant Romesko Bistro and Tapas

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AERIAL YOGASTRETCHESPOSSIBILITES

A space that once housed a bookshop and art gallery at Harbor Village in Princeton is now home to a new

yoga studio that offers a twist on the ancient discipline

In place of the bookshelves now hang 15 silk-based hammocks that drop to two different levels above the studio floor The hammocks are used in what is known as aerial or anti-gravity yoga a newer form that really resonates with the studio owner Amelia Cerezo

Having just left the hectic corporate world Cerezo quietly opened the doors to Mojo Yoga in October She offers 17 different classes Many of her classes utilize the hammocks in some fashion

though other classes stick with the traditional mat-based poses

The El Granada resident said she scoured a good portion of the Bay Area

for a place to house her own studio Then she remembered something significant from previous visits to Harbor Village in her own town Chris Overfelt the

GRAVITYDEFYING

By Carina WoudenbergPhotos by Cat Cutillo

Amelia Cerezo meditates in one of the silk hammocks used for aerial yoga She says that the unique practice can help take pressure off the hands and wrists

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

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Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

The suspended hammocks provide a unique twist on traditional yoga practices and contribute a unique

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

HALF MOON BAY COACH CONQUERS

INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

2 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 2 9

started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀愀氀 䴀攀搀椀䌀漀渀渀攀挀琀 倀氀愀渀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀ⴀ䴀攀搀椀挀愀椀搀 倀氀愀渀⤀ 椀猀 愀 栀攀愀氀琀栀 瀀氀愀渀 琀栀愀琀 挀漀渀琀爀愀挀琀猀 眀椀琀栀 戀漀琀栀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀 愀渀搀 䴀攀搀椀ⴀ䌀愀氀 琀漀 瀀爀漀瘀椀搀攀 戀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 漀昀 戀漀琀栀 瀀爀漀最爀愀洀猀 琀漀 攀渀爀漀氀氀攀攀猀 䰀椀洀椀琀愀琀椀漀渀猀Ⰰ 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀猀Ⰰ 愀渀搀 爀攀猀琀爀椀挀琀椀漀渀猀 洀愀礀 愀瀀瀀氀礀 䘀漀爀 洀漀爀攀 椀渀昀漀爀洀愀琀椀漀渀Ⰰ 挀愀氀氀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 唀渀椀琀 漀爀 爀攀愀搀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀䴀䌀 䴀攀洀戀攀爀 䠀愀渀搀戀漀漀欀 䈀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 愀渀搀 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀洀攀渀琀猀 洀愀礀 挀栀愀渀最攀 漀渀 䨀愀渀甀愀爀礀 漀昀 攀愀挀栀 礀攀愀爀

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

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Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

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Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

green builder certified

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510 A Kelly Avenue | Half Moon Bay CA 94019 License 751718

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Our new Saturday hours are 900 amndash1200 pmAfter normal showroom hours wersquore available by appointment

Huge savings on carpets all month

itrsquos good to be homefloors done right

Wersquore continuing our carpet sale for the month of May With an extra-long weekend this month come in and check out our low-VOC carpeting wools sisal and grasses as well as our huge selection of patterned carpets Wersquore sure yoursquoll find the perfect floor covering to meet your needs

Itrsquos good to be home

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Upcoming

A ton of talentJan 8 9 10 Coastsiders of all ages will light up the stage at Coastal Repertory Theatrersquos 24th annual Coastside Talent Show set for 8 pm Friday Jan 8 and Saturday Jan 9 and 2 p m Sunday Jan 10 at the theater at 1167 Main St in Half Moon Bay As always it will present a mix of song dance comedy and more but this year itrsquos in a little different format ldquoItrsquos time for exciting new changesrdquo said the theaterrsquos Associate Ar-tistic Director Roxane Ashe Friday nightrsquos show headed by musical director Martin Rojas-Dietrich will focus on Broadway show tunes instrumental and lots of vocal classical and cabaret-style song dance and music per-formed by all ages Saturday nightrsquos show will take an American Music Hall theme with an array of rock coun-try pop blues and Tin Pan Alley selections along with jugglers dancers comedians and bands Sundayrsquos mati-nee will focus on the family and on celebrating talented Coastside children and youth Both Saturdayrsquos and Sundayrsquos shows will feature musical director Steve Shufton and his band the Shuftones Tickets are $10stu-dents and seniors and $15general for one show with discounts for multiple shows Go to coatalrepcom

Opera society goes timely and tunefulJan 9 The Pescadero Opera Society presents Gian Carlos Menottirsquos Cold War drama ldquoThe Consulrdquo Itrsquos the composerrsquos first full-length opera sung in English Originally produced on Broadway as a musical drama in 1950 it wowed audiences with its lush score and chilling message as delivered through a lushly scored story of a wife and mother clashing with bureaucracy as she struggles to obtain an exit visa It will unfold in the societyrsquos informal barn south of Pescadero It starts at 2 pm and is followed by a potluck lunch 879-0769 pescaderooperacom

Local artist to show their stuffJan 15-March 30 Glassworks pottery photogra-phy sculpture paintings digital artwork and more will greet visitors to the Coastal Arts Leaguersquos Members Show at the CAL gallery and museum at 300 Main St Suite 6 in Half Moon Bay Many forms of artwork by some of the leaguersquos more than 100 members will be showcased and some of it will be for sale An artistsrsquo reception is scheduled from 5 to 8 pm on Friday Jan 22 at the gallery coastalartsleaguegmailcom

Inaugural seafood festival offers taste showcases fleet

Jan 30 The major fishing industry in the Half Moon Bay area and its fishing fleet based out of Pillar Point Harbor will be hon-ored at the ldquoSOS Seafood Festival Sustaining Our Seasrdquo scheduled rain or shine from 10 am to 5 pm on the open lots surrounding the Half Moon Bay Brewing Co at the harbor Food trucks will offer fresh and sustainable seafood SOS Beverage Bistros scattered throughout the event will offer award-wining local wines and there will also be craft beers available Live music will be performed by The House Rockers Mustache Harbor Rum-bache and The Lady Crooners There will also be speakers and kidsrsquo attractions Pets are not allowed Admission is $45-$50 and tick-ets are limited 728-2739 ext 207 wwwsos-seafestorg

Photo courtesy Dan Ambrosi wwwdanielambrosicom

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When we heard that Gianna andPeter Franco were going to remodeltheir Pacifica home we asked if wecould record the process on video

Thatrsquos what we are doing fromstart to finish This includes filmingthe couple as they go through theprocess of selecting some of theirhome improvement products like

windows and interior doorsYoursquore invited to keep up with this

remodeling adventure on our website In fact you can see the firstepisode now at DolanLumbercom

While yoursquore there be sure to register to receive news about products DYI tips and especially information about this project

Gianna Franco TV Personalityamp AnchorHost 957 The Game

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Getting on top of tapasldquoTapasrdquo is Spanish for ldquosnacks with alcoholrdquo No itrsquos

not Thatrsquos a lie But thatrsquos what it means (Actually ldquotapasrdquo derives from the Spanish word for ldquotoprdquo and some speculate that the word has been used because inn owners used to offer travelers samples of their meals on pot covers or tops)

There are many legends around the origin of tapas One has it that King Alfonso the 10th ordered small meals with wine to aid in his problematic digestion Another would have us believe that Spanish farmers offered quick small meals and some wine to fortify field workers so they could continue to work The home cookrsquos bible ldquoThe Joy of Cookingrdquo suggests the first tapas were slices of bread or meat sherry drinkers used to cover their glasses to keep fruit flies at bay It may also have something to do with the fact that Spaniards typically donrsquot eat dinner until after 9 pm which leaves lots of time to get hungry after work

Whatever Tapas are all the rage There are international competitions and restaurants serving the bar delicacies are popping up all over the world

mdash Clay Lambert

Standing in the kitchen of his new restaurant Felix Sanchez proudly flipped through an assortment of certificates newspaper clippings and letters of recommendation from eateries all over the world mdash from Sweden Russia Cuba

and Spain They show the path taken decades ago by a teenager in Barcelona when he accepted a dishwashing job in a restaurant kitchen and eventually worked his way up the line

After spending the last 15 years as a chef at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne in Miami Sanchez has come to Half Moon Bay On Dec 11 Sanchez along with his wife and two adult children opened Romesco Bistro and Tapas in Shoreline Station It is his first family-owned restaurant Sanchez formerly was part owner of an eatery in Sweden

The Sanchez family moved to the Bay Area about a year ago Sanchez met his wife

who is from Cuba while working in Sweden they had their children in Cuba After settling near San Francisco the family found a vacancy for their new business at Shoreline Station

ldquo(We chose Half Moon Bay) because we like the mountains and the beaches close together mdash it looks like the Mediterraneanrdquo said Felix Sanchezrsquos son who has the same name

While the elder Sanchez who has more than 40 yearsrsquo experience in the kitchen is doing most of the cooking his son and wife are pitching in as well The senior Sanchezrsquos daughter is working as a waitress

The restaurantrsquos menu mostly reflects dishes from Spain but also includes Cuban cuisine Sanchez intends to serve daily specials from different countries as well Specialties include four different kinds of paella one vegetarian as well as brandy-flamed grilled shrimp called flameado camarones al ajillo

And of course there are the tapas hot and cold varieties prepared traditionally with a modern touch

The restaurant is named for a well-known nut and pepper-based sauce from Spain that the elder Sanchez says is ldquoreally good for anythingrdquo He learned how to make it from a chef in Barcelona Romesco is made with the ntildeora pepper almonds garlic and other ingredients

The family makes their own desserts and once the restaurant obtains its liquor license it will offer beer local and Spanish wine and homemade sangria An order of paella for four will come with the offer of a $1 pitcher of sangria

ldquoI want to make food like the Ritz-Carlton serves but more affordable for familiesrdquo the senior Sanchez said

Romesco Bistro and Tapas is located at 225 Cabrillo Highway South Suite 128C in Half Moon Bay

SpainA bit of

at ShorelineBy Julia Reis

Photos by Cat Cutillo

Felix Sanchez prepares a small plate at his new Half Moon Bay restaurant Romesko Bistro and Tapas

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AERIAL YOGASTRETCHESPOSSIBILITES

A space that once housed a bookshop and art gallery at Harbor Village in Princeton is now home to a new

yoga studio that offers a twist on the ancient discipline

In place of the bookshelves now hang 15 silk-based hammocks that drop to two different levels above the studio floor The hammocks are used in what is known as aerial or anti-gravity yoga a newer form that really resonates with the studio owner Amelia Cerezo

Having just left the hectic corporate world Cerezo quietly opened the doors to Mojo Yoga in October She offers 17 different classes Many of her classes utilize the hammocks in some fashion

though other classes stick with the traditional mat-based poses

The El Granada resident said she scoured a good portion of the Bay Area

for a place to house her own studio Then she remembered something significant from previous visits to Harbor Village in her own town Chris Overfelt the

GRAVITYDEFYING

By Carina WoudenbergPhotos by Cat Cutillo

Amelia Cerezo meditates in one of the silk hammocks used for aerial yoga She says that the unique practice can help take pressure off the hands and wrists

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

YOU CAN LOOK PRETTY

IN A POSE BUT IF IT DOESNrsquoT PROVIDE

ANY BENEFIT THERE ISNrsquoT

A WHOLE LOT OF SENSE IN

DOING IT

Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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Half Moon Bay Distillery is thrilled to introduce our stellar local bartenders Each month we will feature a Purissima Vodka cocktail created by a talented coastside ldquomixologistrdquo

This month we invite you to the Miramar Beach Restaurant where bartender Hector Morales works his magic Hector created the ldquoMiramar Beach Punchrdquo Visit the Miramar Beach Restaurant to try it or make it at home

Miramar Punch1frac12 oz Purissima Vodkafrac34 oz Cranberry Juicefrac34 oz Orange Juicefrac34 oz Pineapple JuiceSplash of Soda

Fill cocktail shaker with ice and add PurissimaVodka and all other ingredients Rim half of a martini glass with sugar Shake vigorously strain into the martini glass and enjoy

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

The suspended hammocks provide a unique twist on traditional yoga practices and contribute a unique

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

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INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

2 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was overrdquo

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 2 9

started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

SH

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

Wanted Cute dogs from Half Moon Bay and PacificaIf yoursquod like to see Fido featured in our magazines drop us a note Email clayhmbreviewcom or claypacificamagazinecom

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650-726-5705 bull 1410 S CABRILLO HWYHALF MOON BAY bull wwwcameronsinncom

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Herbal Ways for Women

March - October 2016with

Suzanne ElliottHerbalist and Health Educator

Celebrate life with herbs

Journey Into The Fascinating World Of Herbs And The Way Of The Herbalist

Enrich Your Life For Years To Come

This comprehensive 8-month course one Sunday per month offers an experiential hands-on approach and an in-depth study of everything herbal

Subject matters will reflect the seasons with an emphasis on the integration of herbs in daily life and using food as medicine

For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

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Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

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Upcoming

A ton of talentJan 8 9 10 Coastsiders of all ages will light up the stage at Coastal Repertory Theatrersquos 24th annual Coastside Talent Show set for 8 pm Friday Jan 8 and Saturday Jan 9 and 2 p m Sunday Jan 10 at the theater at 1167 Main St in Half Moon Bay As always it will present a mix of song dance comedy and more but this year itrsquos in a little different format ldquoItrsquos time for exciting new changesrdquo said the theaterrsquos Associate Ar-tistic Director Roxane Ashe Friday nightrsquos show headed by musical director Martin Rojas-Dietrich will focus on Broadway show tunes instrumental and lots of vocal classical and cabaret-style song dance and music per-formed by all ages Saturday nightrsquos show will take an American Music Hall theme with an array of rock coun-try pop blues and Tin Pan Alley selections along with jugglers dancers comedians and bands Sundayrsquos mati-nee will focus on the family and on celebrating talented Coastside children and youth Both Saturdayrsquos and Sundayrsquos shows will feature musical director Steve Shufton and his band the Shuftones Tickets are $10stu-dents and seniors and $15general for one show with discounts for multiple shows Go to coatalrepcom

Opera society goes timely and tunefulJan 9 The Pescadero Opera Society presents Gian Carlos Menottirsquos Cold War drama ldquoThe Consulrdquo Itrsquos the composerrsquos first full-length opera sung in English Originally produced on Broadway as a musical drama in 1950 it wowed audiences with its lush score and chilling message as delivered through a lushly scored story of a wife and mother clashing with bureaucracy as she struggles to obtain an exit visa It will unfold in the societyrsquos informal barn south of Pescadero It starts at 2 pm and is followed by a potluck lunch 879-0769 pescaderooperacom

Local artist to show their stuffJan 15-March 30 Glassworks pottery photogra-phy sculpture paintings digital artwork and more will greet visitors to the Coastal Arts Leaguersquos Members Show at the CAL gallery and museum at 300 Main St Suite 6 in Half Moon Bay Many forms of artwork by some of the leaguersquos more than 100 members will be showcased and some of it will be for sale An artistsrsquo reception is scheduled from 5 to 8 pm on Friday Jan 22 at the gallery coastalartsleaguegmailcom

Inaugural seafood festival offers taste showcases fleet

Jan 30 The major fishing industry in the Half Moon Bay area and its fishing fleet based out of Pillar Point Harbor will be hon-ored at the ldquoSOS Seafood Festival Sustaining Our Seasrdquo scheduled rain or shine from 10 am to 5 pm on the open lots surrounding the Half Moon Bay Brewing Co at the harbor Food trucks will offer fresh and sustainable seafood SOS Beverage Bistros scattered throughout the event will offer award-wining local wines and there will also be craft beers available Live music will be performed by The House Rockers Mustache Harbor Rum-bache and The Lady Crooners There will also be speakers and kidsrsquo attractions Pets are not allowed Admission is $45-$50 and tick-ets are limited 728-2739 ext 207 wwwsos-seafestorg

Photo courtesy Dan Ambrosi wwwdanielambrosicom

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When we heard that Gianna andPeter Franco were going to remodeltheir Pacifica home we asked if wecould record the process on video

Thatrsquos what we are doing fromstart to finish This includes filmingthe couple as they go through theprocess of selecting some of theirhome improvement products like

windows and interior doorsYoursquore invited to keep up with this

remodeling adventure on our website In fact you can see the firstepisode now at DolanLumbercom

While yoursquore there be sure to register to receive news about products DYI tips and especially information about this project

Gianna Franco TV Personalityamp AnchorHost 957 The Game

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Getting on top of tapasldquoTapasrdquo is Spanish for ldquosnacks with alcoholrdquo No itrsquos

not Thatrsquos a lie But thatrsquos what it means (Actually ldquotapasrdquo derives from the Spanish word for ldquotoprdquo and some speculate that the word has been used because inn owners used to offer travelers samples of their meals on pot covers or tops)

There are many legends around the origin of tapas One has it that King Alfonso the 10th ordered small meals with wine to aid in his problematic digestion Another would have us believe that Spanish farmers offered quick small meals and some wine to fortify field workers so they could continue to work The home cookrsquos bible ldquoThe Joy of Cookingrdquo suggests the first tapas were slices of bread or meat sherry drinkers used to cover their glasses to keep fruit flies at bay It may also have something to do with the fact that Spaniards typically donrsquot eat dinner until after 9 pm which leaves lots of time to get hungry after work

Whatever Tapas are all the rage There are international competitions and restaurants serving the bar delicacies are popping up all over the world

mdash Clay Lambert

Standing in the kitchen of his new restaurant Felix Sanchez proudly flipped through an assortment of certificates newspaper clippings and letters of recommendation from eateries all over the world mdash from Sweden Russia Cuba

and Spain They show the path taken decades ago by a teenager in Barcelona when he accepted a dishwashing job in a restaurant kitchen and eventually worked his way up the line

After spending the last 15 years as a chef at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne in Miami Sanchez has come to Half Moon Bay On Dec 11 Sanchez along with his wife and two adult children opened Romesco Bistro and Tapas in Shoreline Station It is his first family-owned restaurant Sanchez formerly was part owner of an eatery in Sweden

The Sanchez family moved to the Bay Area about a year ago Sanchez met his wife

who is from Cuba while working in Sweden they had their children in Cuba After settling near San Francisco the family found a vacancy for their new business at Shoreline Station

ldquo(We chose Half Moon Bay) because we like the mountains and the beaches close together mdash it looks like the Mediterraneanrdquo said Felix Sanchezrsquos son who has the same name

While the elder Sanchez who has more than 40 yearsrsquo experience in the kitchen is doing most of the cooking his son and wife are pitching in as well The senior Sanchezrsquos daughter is working as a waitress

The restaurantrsquos menu mostly reflects dishes from Spain but also includes Cuban cuisine Sanchez intends to serve daily specials from different countries as well Specialties include four different kinds of paella one vegetarian as well as brandy-flamed grilled shrimp called flameado camarones al ajillo

And of course there are the tapas hot and cold varieties prepared traditionally with a modern touch

The restaurant is named for a well-known nut and pepper-based sauce from Spain that the elder Sanchez says is ldquoreally good for anythingrdquo He learned how to make it from a chef in Barcelona Romesco is made with the ntildeora pepper almonds garlic and other ingredients

The family makes their own desserts and once the restaurant obtains its liquor license it will offer beer local and Spanish wine and homemade sangria An order of paella for four will come with the offer of a $1 pitcher of sangria

ldquoI want to make food like the Ritz-Carlton serves but more affordable for familiesrdquo the senior Sanchez said

Romesco Bistro and Tapas is located at 225 Cabrillo Highway South Suite 128C in Half Moon Bay

SpainA bit of

at ShorelineBy Julia Reis

Photos by Cat Cutillo

Felix Sanchez prepares a small plate at his new Half Moon Bay restaurant Romesko Bistro and Tapas

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AERIAL YOGASTRETCHESPOSSIBILITES

A space that once housed a bookshop and art gallery at Harbor Village in Princeton is now home to a new

yoga studio that offers a twist on the ancient discipline

In place of the bookshelves now hang 15 silk-based hammocks that drop to two different levels above the studio floor The hammocks are used in what is known as aerial or anti-gravity yoga a newer form that really resonates with the studio owner Amelia Cerezo

Having just left the hectic corporate world Cerezo quietly opened the doors to Mojo Yoga in October She offers 17 different classes Many of her classes utilize the hammocks in some fashion

though other classes stick with the traditional mat-based poses

The El Granada resident said she scoured a good portion of the Bay Area

for a place to house her own studio Then she remembered something significant from previous visits to Harbor Village in her own town Chris Overfelt the

GRAVITYDEFYING

By Carina WoudenbergPhotos by Cat Cutillo

Amelia Cerezo meditates in one of the silk hammocks used for aerial yoga She says that the unique practice can help take pressure off the hands and wrists

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

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Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

The suspended hammocks provide a unique twist on traditional yoga practices and contribute a unique

aesthetic in normally sparce yoga studios

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

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Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

2 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

2 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

3 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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BIL

L M

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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When we heard that Gianna andPeter Franco were going to remodeltheir Pacifica home we asked if wecould record the process on video

Thatrsquos what we are doing fromstart to finish This includes filmingthe couple as they go through theprocess of selecting some of theirhome improvement products like

windows and interior doorsYoursquore invited to keep up with this

remodeling adventure on our website In fact you can see the firstepisode now at DolanLumbercom

While yoursquore there be sure to register to receive news about products DYI tips and especially information about this project

Gianna Franco TV Personalityamp AnchorHost 957 The Game

HMB November 2015 ad_Layout 1 10222015 116 PM Page 1

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Coastalflavor

1 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Getting on top of tapasldquoTapasrdquo is Spanish for ldquosnacks with alcoholrdquo No itrsquos

not Thatrsquos a lie But thatrsquos what it means (Actually ldquotapasrdquo derives from the Spanish word for ldquotoprdquo and some speculate that the word has been used because inn owners used to offer travelers samples of their meals on pot covers or tops)

There are many legends around the origin of tapas One has it that King Alfonso the 10th ordered small meals with wine to aid in his problematic digestion Another would have us believe that Spanish farmers offered quick small meals and some wine to fortify field workers so they could continue to work The home cookrsquos bible ldquoThe Joy of Cookingrdquo suggests the first tapas were slices of bread or meat sherry drinkers used to cover their glasses to keep fruit flies at bay It may also have something to do with the fact that Spaniards typically donrsquot eat dinner until after 9 pm which leaves lots of time to get hungry after work

Whatever Tapas are all the rage There are international competitions and restaurants serving the bar delicacies are popping up all over the world

mdash Clay Lambert

Standing in the kitchen of his new restaurant Felix Sanchez proudly flipped through an assortment of certificates newspaper clippings and letters of recommendation from eateries all over the world mdash from Sweden Russia Cuba

and Spain They show the path taken decades ago by a teenager in Barcelona when he accepted a dishwashing job in a restaurant kitchen and eventually worked his way up the line

After spending the last 15 years as a chef at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne in Miami Sanchez has come to Half Moon Bay On Dec 11 Sanchez along with his wife and two adult children opened Romesco Bistro and Tapas in Shoreline Station It is his first family-owned restaurant Sanchez formerly was part owner of an eatery in Sweden

The Sanchez family moved to the Bay Area about a year ago Sanchez met his wife

who is from Cuba while working in Sweden they had their children in Cuba After settling near San Francisco the family found a vacancy for their new business at Shoreline Station

ldquo(We chose Half Moon Bay) because we like the mountains and the beaches close together mdash it looks like the Mediterraneanrdquo said Felix Sanchezrsquos son who has the same name

While the elder Sanchez who has more than 40 yearsrsquo experience in the kitchen is doing most of the cooking his son and wife are pitching in as well The senior Sanchezrsquos daughter is working as a waitress

The restaurantrsquos menu mostly reflects dishes from Spain but also includes Cuban cuisine Sanchez intends to serve daily specials from different countries as well Specialties include four different kinds of paella one vegetarian as well as brandy-flamed grilled shrimp called flameado camarones al ajillo

And of course there are the tapas hot and cold varieties prepared traditionally with a modern touch

The restaurant is named for a well-known nut and pepper-based sauce from Spain that the elder Sanchez says is ldquoreally good for anythingrdquo He learned how to make it from a chef in Barcelona Romesco is made with the ntildeora pepper almonds garlic and other ingredients

The family makes their own desserts and once the restaurant obtains its liquor license it will offer beer local and Spanish wine and homemade sangria An order of paella for four will come with the offer of a $1 pitcher of sangria

ldquoI want to make food like the Ritz-Carlton serves but more affordable for familiesrdquo the senior Sanchez said

Romesco Bistro and Tapas is located at 225 Cabrillo Highway South Suite 128C in Half Moon Bay

SpainA bit of

at ShorelineBy Julia Reis

Photos by Cat Cutillo

Felix Sanchez prepares a small plate at his new Half Moon Bay restaurant Romesko Bistro and Tapas

1 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

AERIAL YOGASTRETCHESPOSSIBILITES

A space that once housed a bookshop and art gallery at Harbor Village in Princeton is now home to a new

yoga studio that offers a twist on the ancient discipline

In place of the bookshelves now hang 15 silk-based hammocks that drop to two different levels above the studio floor The hammocks are used in what is known as aerial or anti-gravity yoga a newer form that really resonates with the studio owner Amelia Cerezo

Having just left the hectic corporate world Cerezo quietly opened the doors to Mojo Yoga in October She offers 17 different classes Many of her classes utilize the hammocks in some fashion

though other classes stick with the traditional mat-based poses

The El Granada resident said she scoured a good portion of the Bay Area

for a place to house her own studio Then she remembered something significant from previous visits to Harbor Village in her own town Chris Overfelt the

GRAVITYDEFYING

By Carina WoudenbergPhotos by Cat Cutillo

Amelia Cerezo meditates in one of the silk hammocks used for aerial yoga She says that the unique practice can help take pressure off the hands and wrists

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 1 3 1 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

YOU CAN LOOK PRETTY

IN A POSE BUT IF IT DOESNrsquoT PROVIDE

ANY BENEFIT THERE ISNrsquoT

A WHOLE LOT OF SENSE IN

DOING IT

Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

HALF MOON BAY COACH CONQUERS

INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

2 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was overrdquo

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀愀氀 䴀攀搀椀䌀漀渀渀攀挀琀 倀氀愀渀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀ⴀ䴀攀搀椀挀愀椀搀 倀氀愀渀⤀ 椀猀 愀 栀攀愀氀琀栀 瀀氀愀渀 琀栀愀琀 挀漀渀琀爀愀挀琀猀 眀椀琀栀 戀漀琀栀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀 愀渀搀 䴀攀搀椀ⴀ䌀愀氀 琀漀 瀀爀漀瘀椀搀攀 戀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 漀昀 戀漀琀栀 瀀爀漀最爀愀洀猀 琀漀 攀渀爀漀氀氀攀攀猀 䰀椀洀椀琀愀琀椀漀渀猀Ⰰ 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀猀Ⰰ 愀渀搀 爀攀猀琀爀椀挀琀椀漀渀猀 洀愀礀 愀瀀瀀氀礀 䘀漀爀 洀漀爀攀 椀渀昀漀爀洀愀琀椀漀渀Ⰰ 挀愀氀氀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 唀渀椀琀 漀爀 爀攀愀搀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀䴀䌀 䴀攀洀戀攀爀 䠀愀渀搀戀漀漀欀 䈀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 愀渀搀 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀洀攀渀琀猀 洀愀礀 挀栀愀渀最攀 漀渀 䨀愀渀甀愀爀礀 漀昀 攀愀挀栀 礀攀愀爀

3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 9

Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 1

HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

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$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

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$572Sep-Dec 2015

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TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

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John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

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Coastalflavor

1 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Getting on top of tapasldquoTapasrdquo is Spanish for ldquosnacks with alcoholrdquo No itrsquos

not Thatrsquos a lie But thatrsquos what it means (Actually ldquotapasrdquo derives from the Spanish word for ldquotoprdquo and some speculate that the word has been used because inn owners used to offer travelers samples of their meals on pot covers or tops)

There are many legends around the origin of tapas One has it that King Alfonso the 10th ordered small meals with wine to aid in his problematic digestion Another would have us believe that Spanish farmers offered quick small meals and some wine to fortify field workers so they could continue to work The home cookrsquos bible ldquoThe Joy of Cookingrdquo suggests the first tapas were slices of bread or meat sherry drinkers used to cover their glasses to keep fruit flies at bay It may also have something to do with the fact that Spaniards typically donrsquot eat dinner until after 9 pm which leaves lots of time to get hungry after work

Whatever Tapas are all the rage There are international competitions and restaurants serving the bar delicacies are popping up all over the world

mdash Clay Lambert

Standing in the kitchen of his new restaurant Felix Sanchez proudly flipped through an assortment of certificates newspaper clippings and letters of recommendation from eateries all over the world mdash from Sweden Russia Cuba

and Spain They show the path taken decades ago by a teenager in Barcelona when he accepted a dishwashing job in a restaurant kitchen and eventually worked his way up the line

After spending the last 15 years as a chef at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne in Miami Sanchez has come to Half Moon Bay On Dec 11 Sanchez along with his wife and two adult children opened Romesco Bistro and Tapas in Shoreline Station It is his first family-owned restaurant Sanchez formerly was part owner of an eatery in Sweden

The Sanchez family moved to the Bay Area about a year ago Sanchez met his wife

who is from Cuba while working in Sweden they had their children in Cuba After settling near San Francisco the family found a vacancy for their new business at Shoreline Station

ldquo(We chose Half Moon Bay) because we like the mountains and the beaches close together mdash it looks like the Mediterraneanrdquo said Felix Sanchezrsquos son who has the same name

While the elder Sanchez who has more than 40 yearsrsquo experience in the kitchen is doing most of the cooking his son and wife are pitching in as well The senior Sanchezrsquos daughter is working as a waitress

The restaurantrsquos menu mostly reflects dishes from Spain but also includes Cuban cuisine Sanchez intends to serve daily specials from different countries as well Specialties include four different kinds of paella one vegetarian as well as brandy-flamed grilled shrimp called flameado camarones al ajillo

And of course there are the tapas hot and cold varieties prepared traditionally with a modern touch

The restaurant is named for a well-known nut and pepper-based sauce from Spain that the elder Sanchez says is ldquoreally good for anythingrdquo He learned how to make it from a chef in Barcelona Romesco is made with the ntildeora pepper almonds garlic and other ingredients

The family makes their own desserts and once the restaurant obtains its liquor license it will offer beer local and Spanish wine and homemade sangria An order of paella for four will come with the offer of a $1 pitcher of sangria

ldquoI want to make food like the Ritz-Carlton serves but more affordable for familiesrdquo the senior Sanchez said

Romesco Bistro and Tapas is located at 225 Cabrillo Highway South Suite 128C in Half Moon Bay

SpainA bit of

at ShorelineBy Julia Reis

Photos by Cat Cutillo

Felix Sanchez prepares a small plate at his new Half Moon Bay restaurant Romesko Bistro and Tapas

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AERIAL YOGASTRETCHESPOSSIBILITES

A space that once housed a bookshop and art gallery at Harbor Village in Princeton is now home to a new

yoga studio that offers a twist on the ancient discipline

In place of the bookshelves now hang 15 silk-based hammocks that drop to two different levels above the studio floor The hammocks are used in what is known as aerial or anti-gravity yoga a newer form that really resonates with the studio owner Amelia Cerezo

Having just left the hectic corporate world Cerezo quietly opened the doors to Mojo Yoga in October She offers 17 different classes Many of her classes utilize the hammocks in some fashion

though other classes stick with the traditional mat-based poses

The El Granada resident said she scoured a good portion of the Bay Area

for a place to house her own studio Then she remembered something significant from previous visits to Harbor Village in her own town Chris Overfelt the

GRAVITYDEFYING

By Carina WoudenbergPhotos by Cat Cutillo

Amelia Cerezo meditates in one of the silk hammocks used for aerial yoga She says that the unique practice can help take pressure off the hands and wrists

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

YOU CAN LOOK PRETTY

IN A POSE BUT IF IT DOESNrsquoT PROVIDE

ANY BENEFIT THERE ISNrsquoT

A WHOLE LOT OF SENSE IN

DOING IT

Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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Half Moon Bay Distillery is thrilled to introduce our stellar local bartenders Each month we will feature a Purissima Vodka cocktail created by a talented coastside ldquomixologistrdquo

This month we invite you to the Miramar Beach Restaurant where bartender Hector Morales works his magic Hector created the ldquoMiramar Beach Punchrdquo Visit the Miramar Beach Restaurant to try it or make it at home

Miramar Punch1frac12 oz Purissima Vodkafrac34 oz Cranberry Juicefrac34 oz Orange Juicefrac34 oz Pineapple JuiceSplash of Soda

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

The suspended hammocks provide a unique twist on traditional yoga practices and contribute a unique

aesthetic in normally sparce yoga studios

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

HALF MOON BAY COACH CONQUERS

INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

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moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

2 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 2 7 2 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 2 9

started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀愀氀 䴀攀搀椀䌀漀渀渀攀挀琀 倀氀愀渀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀ⴀ䴀攀搀椀挀愀椀搀 倀氀愀渀⤀ 椀猀 愀 栀攀愀氀琀栀 瀀氀愀渀 琀栀愀琀 挀漀渀琀爀愀挀琀猀 眀椀琀栀 戀漀琀栀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀 愀渀搀 䴀攀搀椀ⴀ䌀愀氀 琀漀 瀀爀漀瘀椀搀攀 戀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 漀昀 戀漀琀栀 瀀爀漀最爀愀洀猀 琀漀 攀渀爀漀氀氀攀攀猀 䰀椀洀椀琀愀琀椀漀渀猀Ⰰ 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀猀Ⰰ 愀渀搀 爀攀猀琀爀椀挀琀椀漀渀猀 洀愀礀 愀瀀瀀氀礀 䘀漀爀 洀漀爀攀 椀渀昀漀爀洀愀琀椀漀渀Ⰰ 挀愀氀氀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 唀渀椀琀 漀爀 爀攀愀搀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀䴀䌀 䴀攀洀戀攀爀 䠀愀渀搀戀漀漀欀 䈀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 愀渀搀 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀洀攀渀琀猀 洀愀礀 挀栀愀渀最攀 漀渀 䨀愀渀甀愀爀礀 漀昀 攀愀挀栀 礀攀愀爀

3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

3 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

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Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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Getting on top of tapasldquoTapasrdquo is Spanish for ldquosnacks with alcoholrdquo No itrsquos

not Thatrsquos a lie But thatrsquos what it means (Actually ldquotapasrdquo derives from the Spanish word for ldquotoprdquo and some speculate that the word has been used because inn owners used to offer travelers samples of their meals on pot covers or tops)

There are many legends around the origin of tapas One has it that King Alfonso the 10th ordered small meals with wine to aid in his problematic digestion Another would have us believe that Spanish farmers offered quick small meals and some wine to fortify field workers so they could continue to work The home cookrsquos bible ldquoThe Joy of Cookingrdquo suggests the first tapas were slices of bread or meat sherry drinkers used to cover their glasses to keep fruit flies at bay It may also have something to do with the fact that Spaniards typically donrsquot eat dinner until after 9 pm which leaves lots of time to get hungry after work

Whatever Tapas are all the rage There are international competitions and restaurants serving the bar delicacies are popping up all over the world

mdash Clay Lambert

Standing in the kitchen of his new restaurant Felix Sanchez proudly flipped through an assortment of certificates newspaper clippings and letters of recommendation from eateries all over the world mdash from Sweden Russia Cuba

and Spain They show the path taken decades ago by a teenager in Barcelona when he accepted a dishwashing job in a restaurant kitchen and eventually worked his way up the line

After spending the last 15 years as a chef at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne in Miami Sanchez has come to Half Moon Bay On Dec 11 Sanchez along with his wife and two adult children opened Romesco Bistro and Tapas in Shoreline Station It is his first family-owned restaurant Sanchez formerly was part owner of an eatery in Sweden

The Sanchez family moved to the Bay Area about a year ago Sanchez met his wife

who is from Cuba while working in Sweden they had their children in Cuba After settling near San Francisco the family found a vacancy for their new business at Shoreline Station

ldquo(We chose Half Moon Bay) because we like the mountains and the beaches close together mdash it looks like the Mediterraneanrdquo said Felix Sanchezrsquos son who has the same name

While the elder Sanchez who has more than 40 yearsrsquo experience in the kitchen is doing most of the cooking his son and wife are pitching in as well The senior Sanchezrsquos daughter is working as a waitress

The restaurantrsquos menu mostly reflects dishes from Spain but also includes Cuban cuisine Sanchez intends to serve daily specials from different countries as well Specialties include four different kinds of paella one vegetarian as well as brandy-flamed grilled shrimp called flameado camarones al ajillo

And of course there are the tapas hot and cold varieties prepared traditionally with a modern touch

The restaurant is named for a well-known nut and pepper-based sauce from Spain that the elder Sanchez says is ldquoreally good for anythingrdquo He learned how to make it from a chef in Barcelona Romesco is made with the ntildeora pepper almonds garlic and other ingredients

The family makes their own desserts and once the restaurant obtains its liquor license it will offer beer local and Spanish wine and homemade sangria An order of paella for four will come with the offer of a $1 pitcher of sangria

ldquoI want to make food like the Ritz-Carlton serves but more affordable for familiesrdquo the senior Sanchez said

Romesco Bistro and Tapas is located at 225 Cabrillo Highway South Suite 128C in Half Moon Bay

SpainA bit of

at ShorelineBy Julia Reis

Photos by Cat Cutillo

Felix Sanchez prepares a small plate at his new Half Moon Bay restaurant Romesko Bistro and Tapas

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AERIAL YOGASTRETCHESPOSSIBILITES

A space that once housed a bookshop and art gallery at Harbor Village in Princeton is now home to a new

yoga studio that offers a twist on the ancient discipline

In place of the bookshelves now hang 15 silk-based hammocks that drop to two different levels above the studio floor The hammocks are used in what is known as aerial or anti-gravity yoga a newer form that really resonates with the studio owner Amelia Cerezo

Having just left the hectic corporate world Cerezo quietly opened the doors to Mojo Yoga in October She offers 17 different classes Many of her classes utilize the hammocks in some fashion

though other classes stick with the traditional mat-based poses

The El Granada resident said she scoured a good portion of the Bay Area

for a place to house her own studio Then she remembered something significant from previous visits to Harbor Village in her own town Chris Overfelt the

GRAVITYDEFYING

By Carina WoudenbergPhotos by Cat Cutillo

Amelia Cerezo meditates in one of the silk hammocks used for aerial yoga She says that the unique practice can help take pressure off the hands and wrists

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

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Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

The suspended hammocks provide a unique twist on traditional yoga practices and contribute a unique

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

HALF MOON BAY COACH CONQUERS

INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

2 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 2 9

started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 9

Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 1

HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

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HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

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John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

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AERIAL YOGASTRETCHESPOSSIBILITES

A space that once housed a bookshop and art gallery at Harbor Village in Princeton is now home to a new

yoga studio that offers a twist on the ancient discipline

In place of the bookshelves now hang 15 silk-based hammocks that drop to two different levels above the studio floor The hammocks are used in what is known as aerial or anti-gravity yoga a newer form that really resonates with the studio owner Amelia Cerezo

Having just left the hectic corporate world Cerezo quietly opened the doors to Mojo Yoga in October She offers 17 different classes Many of her classes utilize the hammocks in some fashion

though other classes stick with the traditional mat-based poses

The El Granada resident said she scoured a good portion of the Bay Area

for a place to house her own studio Then she remembered something significant from previous visits to Harbor Village in her own town Chris Overfelt the

GRAVITYDEFYING

By Carina WoudenbergPhotos by Cat Cutillo

Amelia Cerezo meditates in one of the silk hammocks used for aerial yoga She says that the unique practice can help take pressure off the hands and wrists

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

YOU CAN LOOK PRETTY

IN A POSE BUT IF IT DOESNrsquoT PROVIDE

ANY BENEFIT THERE ISNrsquoT

A WHOLE LOT OF SENSE IN

DOING IT

Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

The suspended hammocks provide a unique twist on traditional yoga practices and contribute a unique

aesthetic in normally sparce yoga studios

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

HALF MOON BAY COACH CONQUERS

INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

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moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

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going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀愀氀 䴀攀搀椀䌀漀渀渀攀挀琀 倀氀愀渀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀ⴀ䴀攀搀椀挀愀椀搀 倀氀愀渀⤀ 椀猀 愀 栀攀愀氀琀栀 瀀氀愀渀 琀栀愀琀 挀漀渀琀爀愀挀琀猀 眀椀琀栀 戀漀琀栀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀 愀渀搀 䴀攀搀椀ⴀ䌀愀氀 琀漀 瀀爀漀瘀椀搀攀 戀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 漀昀 戀漀琀栀 瀀爀漀最爀愀洀猀 琀漀 攀渀爀漀氀氀攀攀猀 䰀椀洀椀琀愀琀椀漀渀猀Ⰰ 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀猀Ⰰ 愀渀搀 爀攀猀琀爀椀挀琀椀漀渀猀 洀愀礀 愀瀀瀀氀礀 䘀漀爀 洀漀爀攀 椀渀昀漀爀洀愀琀椀漀渀Ⰰ 挀愀氀氀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 唀渀椀琀 漀爀 爀攀愀搀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀䴀䌀 䴀攀洀戀攀爀 䠀愀渀搀戀漀漀欀 䈀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 愀渀搀 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀洀攀渀琀猀 洀愀礀 挀栀愀渀最攀 漀渀 䨀愀渀甀愀爀礀 漀昀 攀愀挀栀 礀攀愀爀

3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

3 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

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Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

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March - October 2016with

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Celebrate life with herbs

Journey Into The Fascinating World Of Herbs And The Way Of The Herbalist

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Subject matters will reflect the seasons with an emphasis on the integration of herbs in daily life and using food as medicine

For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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bull Realtor on the Half Moon Bay Coastside since 2003bull 1 Buyerrsquos Agent on the Coastside in 2014bull 2015 Voted 1 Favorite Real Estate Agent - HMB Review

Readerrsquos Choice Awardsbull Featured on HGTVrsquos ldquoHouse Huntersrdquo show featuring

the Coastsidebull Her Customer-Focused Team will ensure All your needs are metbull Ask about our KW Luxury Division

Robin Kirby

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ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

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for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

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We Welcome New Patients

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

YOU CAN LOOK PRETTY

IN A POSE BUT IF IT DOESNrsquoT PROVIDE

ANY BENEFIT THERE ISNrsquoT

A WHOLE LOT OF SENSE IN

DOING IT

Amelia Cerezo uses the silk hammocks to help support her weight

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Your Attorneys on the CoastSince 1964 we are a small town firm committed to the highest

standards of client representation This includes all aspects of estate planning from simple wills to complex trusts We also counsel

clients on business matters including corporate and LLC formation as well as real estate matters Our litigation team represents both

plaintiffs and defendants in enforcing their rights in personal injury probate and trust class action employment and business matters

Edward A Daniels Esq

625 Miramontes Street Suite 106 Half Moon Bay650-726-7578 wwwcoreylawcom

Half Moon Bay Distillery is thrilled to introduce our stellar local bartenders Each month we will feature a Purissima Vodka cocktail created by a talented coastside ldquomixologistrdquo

This month we invite you to the Miramar Beach Restaurant where bartender Hector Morales works his magic Hector created the ldquoMiramar Beach Punchrdquo Visit the Miramar Beach Restaurant to try it or make it at home

Miramar Punch1frac12 oz Purissima Vodkafrac34 oz Cranberry Juicefrac34 oz Orange Juicefrac34 oz Pineapple JuiceSplash of Soda

Fill cocktail shaker with ice and add PurissimaVodka and all other ingredients Rim half of a martini glass with sugar Shake vigorously strain into the martini glass and enjoy

wwwhmbdistillerycom

Purissima Vodka is available at these ne retailersHMB Wine amp Cheese bull Cunharsquos Country Store bull OK Liquor

More For Less bull Moss Beach Coastside Market bull Buri Buri LiquorsDraegerrsquos Markets bull Hoffmanrsquos Fine Wines amp Spirits bull Piazzarsquos

bullCOCKTAIL

of the MONTH

bull

Fill cocktail shaker with ice and add PurissimaVodka and all other ingredients Rim half of a

Shake vigorously strain

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DIAL GLASS ANDWINDOW COMPANY

Serving the Peninsula since 1962

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650-359-5380

Wishing All a Happy and Healthy New Year

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

The suspended hammocks provide a unique twist on traditional yoga practices and contribute a unique

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

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INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

2 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was overrdquo

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 2 7 2 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 2 9

started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

SH

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

Wanted Cute dogs from Half Moon Bay and PacificaIf yoursquod like to see Fido featured in our magazines drop us a note Email clayhmbreviewcom or claypacificamagazinecom

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650-726-5705 bull 1410 S CABRILLO HWYHALF MOON BAY bull wwwcameronsinncom

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Herbal Ways for Women

March - October 2016with

Suzanne ElliottHerbalist and Health Educator

Celebrate life with herbs

Journey Into The Fascinating World Of Herbs And The Way Of The Herbalist

Enrich Your Life For Years To Come

This comprehensive 8-month course one Sunday per month offers an experiential hands-on approach and an in-depth study of everything herbal

Subject matters will reflect the seasons with an emphasis on the integration of herbs in daily life and using food as medicine

For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

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owner of a yarn shop that once resided in the same shopping mall had taught her how to knit and looking back Cerezo realized the building would be appropriate for her purposes

ldquoI just remembered her high ceilingsrdquo Cerezo said of Chrisrsquos shop

While holding down a full-time job Cerezo used to teach Yin and Restorative yoga at the I AM Yoga and Wellness studio in El Granada

Cerezo is cognizant that many of her students have jobs over the hill or in the East Bay and begins her classes at 7 pm to accommodate them

Having practiced yoga for more than a decade Cerezo said she first happened upon the aerial form two or three years ago from a segment she saw on TV

ldquoI thought lsquoWow thatrsquos pretty coolrsquordquo she said As a long-time fan of Cirque Du Soleil forming yoga poses

while suspended in the air appealed to Cerezorsquos sense of aesthetics And she has since discovered many of the practical benefits as well

ldquoA lot of people like to do yogardquo Cerezo said ldquoI teach functional yogardquo

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

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Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

2 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was overrdquo

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 2 9

started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

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TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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Half Moon Bay Distillery is thrilled to introduce our stellar local bartenders Each month we will feature a Purissima Vodka cocktail created by a talented coastside ldquomixologistrdquo

This month we invite you to the Miramar Beach Restaurant where bartender Hector Morales works his magic Hector created the ldquoMiramar Beach Punchrdquo Visit the Miramar Beach Restaurant to try it or make it at home

Miramar Punch1frac12 oz Purissima Vodkafrac34 oz Cranberry Juicefrac34 oz Orange Juicefrac34 oz Pineapple JuiceSplash of Soda

Fill cocktail shaker with ice and add PurissimaVodka and all other ingredients Rim half of a martini glass with sugar Shake vigorously strain into the martini glass and enjoy

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

HALF MOON BAY COACH CONQUERS

INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

2 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀愀氀 䴀攀搀椀䌀漀渀渀攀挀琀 倀氀愀渀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀ⴀ䴀攀搀椀挀愀椀搀 倀氀愀渀⤀ 椀猀 愀 栀攀愀氀琀栀 瀀氀愀渀 琀栀愀琀 挀漀渀琀爀愀挀琀猀 眀椀琀栀 戀漀琀栀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀 愀渀搀 䴀攀搀椀ⴀ䌀愀氀 琀漀 瀀爀漀瘀椀搀攀 戀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 漀昀 戀漀琀栀 瀀爀漀最爀愀洀猀 琀漀 攀渀爀漀氀氀攀攀猀 䰀椀洀椀琀愀琀椀漀渀猀Ⰰ 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀猀Ⰰ 愀渀搀 爀攀猀琀爀椀挀琀椀漀渀猀 洀愀礀 愀瀀瀀氀礀 䘀漀爀 洀漀爀攀 椀渀昀漀爀洀愀琀椀漀渀Ⰰ 挀愀氀氀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 唀渀椀琀 漀爀 爀攀愀搀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀䴀䌀 䴀攀洀戀攀爀 䠀愀渀搀戀漀漀欀 䈀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 愀渀搀 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀洀攀渀琀猀 洀愀礀 挀栀愀渀最攀 漀渀 䨀愀渀甀愀爀礀 漀昀 攀愀挀栀 礀攀愀爀

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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BIL

L M

UR

RAY

Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

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Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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You can look pretty in a pose Cerezo said but if it doesnrsquot provide any benefit there isnrsquot a whole lot of sense in doing it

Aerial yoga can help take pressure off of your hands and wrists when doing inverted poses she says and encourages the use of the practitionerrsquos core to keep stable In some instances you can even take a stretch farther with the hammocks than you could on the mat

In fact aerial yoga is stretching from coast to coast and among the more low-tech trends in health and wellness for 2016 While many people found Fitbits and other digital trackers under the Christmas tree others are returning to more conventional means such as stretching and weight training Aerial yoga might be knew but the benefits mdash and challenges mdash of gravity are not new to anyone who has exercised regularly

ldquoYou can control how far you go in the silkrdquo Cerezo said

One of her classes Cerezo calls ldquosilk sanctuaryrdquo and itrsquos an opportunity to rest in the hammocks ldquoYoursquore in the hammock no one can see yourdquo Cerezo said ldquoItrsquos the art of doing nothingrdquo

Cerezo says her students can use that opportunity to mediate stretch or do anything theyrsquod like Although in the spirit of detaching from the fast-paced high-tech world she does make some exceptions

ldquoNo cellphonesrdquo she said ldquoCan you imagine someone texting in thererdquo

For more information on Mojo Yoga check out the website at wwwmojoyogacom HALF MOON BAY

The suspended hammocks provide a unique twist on traditional yoga practices and contribute a unique

aesthetic in normally sparce yoga studios

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

HALF MOON BAY COACH CONQUERS

INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

2 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

2 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 2 7 2 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 2 9

started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

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Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

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Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

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Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

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235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

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Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

SH

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

Wanted Cute dogs from Half Moon Bay and PacificaIf yoursquod like to see Fido featured in our magazines drop us a note Email clayhmbreviewcom or claypacificamagazinecom

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Celebrate life with herbs

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For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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bull Realtor on the Half Moon Bay Coastside since 2003bull 1 Buyerrsquos Agent on the Coastside in 2014bull 2015 Voted 1 Favorite Real Estate Agent - HMB Review

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the Coastsidebull Her Customer-Focused Team will ensure All your needs are metbull Ask about our KW Luxury Division

Robin Kirby

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BigShot

ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

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for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

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Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

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moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was overrdquo

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HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

SH

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

Wanted Cute dogs from Half Moon Bay and PacificaIf yoursquod like to see Fido featured in our magazines drop us a note Email clayhmbreviewcom or claypacificamagazinecom

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650-726-5705 bull 1410 S CABRILLO HWYHALF MOON BAY bull wwwcameronsinncom

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Herbal Ways for Women

March - October 2016with

Suzanne ElliottHerbalist and Health Educator

Celebrate life with herbs

Journey Into The Fascinating World Of Herbs And The Way Of The Herbalist

Enrich Your Life For Years To Come

This comprehensive 8-month course one Sunday per month offers an experiential hands-on approach and an in-depth study of everything herbal

Subject matters will reflect the seasons with an emphasis on the integration of herbs in daily life and using food as medicine

For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

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1 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

PHOTOS AND STORY BY CAT CUTILLO

Againstthetide

Itrsquos Saturday morning and Coach Jaime Carrasco is revving up his soccer team for the next drill

in the Cunha Intermediate School soccer cage He has to kneel down so he can look his players in the eye Most of them are just over three feet tall

ldquoAll of you guys are fishies and Coach Jaime is a shark When I blow the whistle you have to run to the fence and stay there Donrsquot let the shark get yourdquo says Carrasco a Half Moon Bay native

There is a moment of heavy uncertainty for the sidelined parents as they watch to see what actually happens when the whistle blows Will their toddler opt to dive tackle a teammate instead or will she wander off and start picking at the grass again

The whistle blows and each player dribbles a soccer ball as fast as possible to the fence They are focused They are giving it their all

Carrasco is the only one who doesnrsquot look surprised

ldquoI love coaching the younger children because you tell a young child to do two cartwheels and hersquoll not only do two hersquoll do three or fiverdquo he says

That type of commitment is something Carrasco understands well

At age 13 his parents divorced and he

footballrsquolsquoViva

HALF MOON BAY COACH CONQUERS

INJURY TO FIND HIS PASSION

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in its celebratory lsquoViva Futbolrsquo chant The chant marks the end of each game

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

2 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was overrdquo

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 2 9

started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀愀氀 䴀攀搀椀䌀漀渀渀攀挀琀 倀氀愀渀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀ⴀ䴀攀搀椀挀愀椀搀 倀氀愀渀⤀ 椀猀 愀 栀攀愀氀琀栀 瀀氀愀渀 琀栀愀琀 挀漀渀琀爀愀挀琀猀 眀椀琀栀 戀漀琀栀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀 愀渀搀 䴀攀搀椀ⴀ䌀愀氀 琀漀 瀀爀漀瘀椀搀攀 戀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 漀昀 戀漀琀栀 瀀爀漀最爀愀洀猀 琀漀 攀渀爀漀氀氀攀攀猀 䰀椀洀椀琀愀琀椀漀渀猀Ⰰ 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀猀Ⰰ 愀渀搀 爀攀猀琀爀椀挀琀椀漀渀猀 洀愀礀 愀瀀瀀氀礀 䘀漀爀 洀漀爀攀 椀渀昀漀爀洀愀琀椀漀渀Ⰰ 挀愀氀氀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 唀渀椀琀 漀爀 爀攀愀搀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀䴀䌀 䴀攀洀戀攀爀 䠀愀渀搀戀漀漀欀 䈀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 愀渀搀 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀洀攀渀琀猀 洀愀礀 挀栀愀渀最攀 漀渀 䨀愀渀甀愀爀礀 漀昀 攀愀挀栀 礀攀愀爀

3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 9

Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 1

HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

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Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

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Jaime Carrasco has been coaching soccer for nearly 14 years and has now his own company Las Americas Futbol His favorite age group to coach is age 2 through 8

2 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was overrdquo

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 9

Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

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Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

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Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

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Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

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An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

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Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

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Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

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Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

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moved from Half Moon Bay to Mexico to live with his grandmother Soon after Carrasco was invited to play for the popular Mexican soccer team Chivas Six days a week he left his house at 445 am walked four miles in the dark to the nearest bus stop rode for over an hour on the bus only to catch two more busses just to get to the Chivas headquarters Once there he faced an intense two-hour training session His journey home was the same in reverse

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moonrdquo says Carrasco ldquoBut from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

One of those coaches often gave Carrasco a ride home and offered advice that went far beyond the soccer field

ldquoTry to live with all your heart and always have a plan Donrsquot go to the soccer field scratching your head saying lsquoWhat am I going to do todayrsquo You always have to be preparedrdquo Carrasco said ldquoI think that goes for every job not only for coachingrdquo

Like most of his teammates Carrasco left school at age 15 to focus entirely on soccer He had his sights set on making first division the pros During his six years with Chivas he rose to second division but then the unthinkable happened He suffered a horrific back injury at 18 that left him unable to walk at first

ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was over It was hard for me I became depressedrdquo says Carrasco ldquoMy mistake is I didnrsquot have a plan Brdquo

In the way that some might turn to drugs or alcohol Carrasco says he turned to traveling He got on a bus and journeyed alone to South America for the next seven years

ldquoI just wanted to escaperdquo he says ldquoI just wanted to get away from everybodyrdquo But something happened Carrasco fell in love with Rio De Janeiro He decided to stay

There he met a mentor a man named Simon who was from Africa and had played soccer professionally in France before also suffering an injury He encouraged Carrasco to join him in coaching

ldquoI didnrsquot see myself as a coachrdquo says Carrasco ldquoI felt like I had failed So I was like how can I become a coach That was my mentality If I didnrsquot make it all the way how am I going to become a coach

ldquoBut I was so wrongrdquo he saidNow more than 10 years later Carrasco owns his

own soccer coaching company called Las Americas

ldquoThe only light that I had was the moon But from there I learned discipline I learned dedication and I had really good coachesrdquo

Coach Jaime Carrasco leads his team in another celebratory chant

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

2 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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ldquoAfter my back injury I was never the same soccer player In Mexico my soccer career was overrdquo

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 9

Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

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Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

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John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

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Above from left three-year-olds Brody Bello Nicholas Johnson and Remy Sheehan scrimmage with Coach Jaime Carrasco in the Cunha soccer cage during one of their Saturday practices Right Coach Jaime Carrasco kneels down to look his toddler players in the eye during a soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage Below young soccer players listen to their coach

2 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

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Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

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John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

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Futbol and he coaches in Half Moon Bay and throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties

ldquoIt shocks me that he knows everybodyrsquos namerdquo says Kate Bello whose 3-year-old son Brody takes lessons in Half Moon Bay ldquoYou can see how passionate he is about the sport and he wants to pass that onto the kidsrdquo

But Carrasco says the kids give him as much in return His own mom recently started chemotherapy for lung cancer A day after her first chemotherapy treatment he was coaching in Sunnyvale when one of his 4-year-old players ran away from the

soccer field ignoring his pleas to come back When she returned she had her hands hidden behind her back before revealing she had a flower

ldquo(She said) lsquoCoach Irsquove noticed that yoursquove been really sad and I got this for yoursquo She doesnrsquot know that my mom got chemotherapyrdquo says Carrasco ldquoChildren have this gift this energyrdquo

He says he keeps his prices low so all families can afford the program and coaches in both English and Spanish chanting ldquoViva Futbolrdquo at the end of every practice which means ldquoHooray for soccerrdquo

ldquoHersquos the best with the kids He goes so far over the toprdquo says Alex Kay

Three-year-old Remy Sheehan looks at the medal she was awarded at the end of her 10 weeks of soccer

Viva FutbolTo register for one of Jaime Carrascorsquos Las Americas Futbol programs through the Half Moon Bay Recreation Department visit wwwhmbcitycom

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

ldquoI want children to understand that when you try hard yoursquore

going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

Coach Jaime Carrasco guides 3-year-old soccer player Nicholas Johnson during a Saturday soccer practice in Cunharsquos soccer cage

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 2 9

started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 9

Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 1

HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

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Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

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Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

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whose son Rowan has been taking lessons for about a year Kay says he is constantly impressed that Carrasco gives every child a team T-shirt at the beginning of the 10-week session and awards every child with a medal at the final practice during a special awards ceremony

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going to get something backrdquo says Carrasco ldquoFor lots of them itrsquos their first medal Itrsquos their first award Itrsquos just to let them know that more than anything itrsquos a pleasure to be their coachrdquo HALF MOON BAY

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 9

Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 1

HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

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John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

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Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

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Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

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Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀愀氀 䴀攀搀椀䌀漀渀渀攀挀琀 倀氀愀渀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀ⴀ䴀攀搀椀挀愀椀搀 倀氀愀渀⤀ 椀猀 愀 栀攀愀氀琀栀 瀀氀愀渀 琀栀愀琀 挀漀渀琀爀愀挀琀猀 眀椀琀栀 戀漀琀栀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀 愀渀搀 䴀攀搀椀ⴀ䌀愀氀 琀漀 瀀爀漀瘀椀搀攀 戀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 漀昀 戀漀琀栀 瀀爀漀最爀愀洀猀 琀漀 攀渀爀漀氀氀攀攀猀 䰀椀洀椀琀愀琀椀漀渀猀Ⰰ 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀猀Ⰰ 愀渀搀 爀攀猀琀爀椀挀琀椀漀渀猀 洀愀礀 愀瀀瀀氀礀 䘀漀爀 洀漀爀攀 椀渀昀漀爀洀愀琀椀漀渀Ⰰ 挀愀氀氀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 唀渀椀琀 漀爀 爀攀愀搀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀䴀䌀 䴀攀洀戀攀爀 䠀愀渀搀戀漀漀欀 䈀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 愀渀搀 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀洀攀渀琀猀 洀愀礀 挀栀愀渀最攀 漀渀 䨀愀渀甀愀爀礀 漀昀 攀愀挀栀 礀攀愀爀

3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 9

Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 1

HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

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John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

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George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

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Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

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Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

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Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

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David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

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Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

SH

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

Wanted Cute dogs from Half Moon Bay and PacificaIf yoursquod like to see Fido featured in our magazines drop us a note Email clayhmbreviewcom or claypacificamagazinecom

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650-726-5705 bull 1410 S CABRILLO HWYHALF MOON BAY bull wwwcameronsinncom

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Herbal Ways for Women

March - October 2016with

Suzanne ElliottHerbalist and Health Educator

Celebrate life with herbs

Journey Into The Fascinating World Of Herbs And The Way Of The Herbalist

Enrich Your Life For Years To Come

This comprehensive 8-month course one Sunday per month offers an experiential hands-on approach and an in-depth study of everything herbal

Subject matters will reflect the seasons with an emphasis on the integration of herbs in daily life and using food as medicine

For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

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GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 7

RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

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Big talent in Lil MC

HOMEGROWN HIP-HOP ARTIST HOLDS HER OWN IN MUSIC SCENE DOMINATED BY MEN

BY CLAY LAMBERTPHOTOS COURTESY J7 STUDIOS

Megan Correa is an artist You can see her alter ego Lil MC perform regularly at Bay Area hot spots including J7 Studios in Moss Beach Her rhymes are sometimes dark often inspired by unsettling news of the day or the gothic

comic books she readsMegan Correa is fearless The hip-hop

culture is not always welcoming to women Misogynistic lyrics on the radio translate into what appears to be open hostility in the clubs To see her perform at a rap battle trading insults with foul-mouthed foes is to fear for her safety

But Megan Correa is also a revelation You donrsquot know what to expect from a female rapper There are so few role models even in 2016 and those you see on television tend to be cartoon renderings of real women mdash the RampB replaced by TampA But Correa is something else entirely Polite punctual and professional she is an insightful interview She laughs easily even while acknowledging

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

3 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

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TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 3

Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

3 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 9

Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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that the hip-hop community in which she has found a place can be cruel She tells you shersquos in it for the poetry the music and not the promise of stardom And you believe her

ldquoIrsquom not trying to make it big or anythingrdquo she says in between slugs from a large Starbucks cup ldquoI have too much going on in my liferdquo

That includes 3-year-old son Adrian and the pursuit of a psychology degree at the University of San Francisco She lives in the city now but her roots are driven deep into the loamy Coastside soil She attended Farallone View Elementary Cunha Intermediate and Half Moon Bay High schools and took up music at an early age She started playing piano at the age of 5 and braved the clarinet while in middle school

ldquoI still play the piano but nothing too crazyrdquo she says with another easy laugh Her sense of humor is another revelation for anyone who has seen her battle

on YouTube The laughter is more often than not aimed inward rather than as a weapon in a cosmic never-ending game of Dirty Dozens To be fair the profane posturing evident in those one-on-one battles is just part of the show When they are finished the battlers often clasp hands and hug in a show of respect for the loyal and literate opposition

Armed with an early love of music Correa fell in with the popular local hip-hop group Moontown Crooks She gained momentum with the support of another Coastsider Maleko who helps to manage J7 and promote local artists Somewhere along the line she gained her hip-hop stage name MC is a play on the word ldquoemceerdquo as well as her initials ldquoAnd lsquoLilrsquo because I am littlerdquo she said From there the force of her poetry and personality took over

ldquoShe can hang with the boys onstage and offstagerdquo Maleko said He added that itrsquos not as unusual to see women rapping today as it was when he

Megan Correa records her music under the name Lil MC

2 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 2 9

started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀愀氀 䴀攀搀椀䌀漀渀渀攀挀琀 倀氀愀渀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀ⴀ䴀攀搀椀挀愀椀搀 倀氀愀渀⤀ 椀猀 愀 栀攀愀氀琀栀 瀀氀愀渀 琀栀愀琀 挀漀渀琀爀愀挀琀猀 眀椀琀栀 戀漀琀栀 䴀攀搀椀挀愀爀攀 愀渀搀 䴀攀搀椀ⴀ䌀愀氀 琀漀 瀀爀漀瘀椀搀攀 戀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 漀昀 戀漀琀栀 瀀爀漀最爀愀洀猀 琀漀 攀渀爀漀氀氀攀攀猀 䰀椀洀椀琀愀琀椀漀渀猀Ⰰ 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀猀Ⰰ 愀渀搀 爀攀猀琀爀椀挀琀椀漀渀猀 洀愀礀 愀瀀瀀氀礀 䘀漀爀 洀漀爀攀 椀渀昀漀爀洀愀琀椀漀渀Ⰰ 挀愀氀氀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 唀渀椀琀 漀爀 爀攀愀搀 琀栀攀 䌀愀爀攀䄀搀瘀愀渀琀愀最攀 䌀䴀䌀 䴀攀洀戀攀爀 䠀愀渀搀戀漀漀欀 䈀攀渀攀昀椀琀猀 愀渀搀 挀漀ⴀ瀀愀礀洀攀渀琀猀 洀愀礀 挀栀愀渀最攀 漀渀 䨀愀渀甀愀爀礀 漀昀 攀愀挀栀 礀攀愀爀

3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 9

Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 1

HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

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HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

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John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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started in the 1990s Popular artists like Lauren Hill and Nicki Minaj opened the door even if they are sometimes seen more as beautiful props than proper artists Even now itrsquos difficult to talk about the place of women in the hip-hop world without mentioning the Anaconda in the room

Lil MC acknowledges itrsquos a manrsquos world but dismisses the notion that itrsquos a big problem

ldquoThere is sometimes this male ego that comes out in peoplerdquo she said ldquoThe only way to get past that without being bombarded by it is the way you hold yourself in that situation Itrsquos kind of like watching a male peacock flaunt his feathers I donrsquot know where itrsquos coming from

ldquoI think misogyny can be perpetuated through hip-hoprdquo she added ldquoI definitely donrsquot want to say that all forms of hip-hop are misogynistic but popular stuff totally And females play into what males want to hear I used to be so angry at this and that hellip how women are treated I donrsquot let that bother me now but I think the most stigmatized group is still women (in hip-hop)

ldquoI donrsquot think Nicki Minaj or Iggy Azalea are going to be rapping about feminism or equalityrdquo she said laughing again

Correa sometimes provides a feminine counterpoint on pieces that are anachronistically still called mix tapes though they are really streamed online Her rhymes are blunt and sometimes speak to a struggle that anyone born on the coast would recognize

ldquoI think there is a certain vibe you get hererdquo she said of the coast ldquoWersquore fully conscious that wersquore from a small town In a small town everyone knows everything about you You adopt a feeling like lsquoI donrsquot care what you think anymorersquo

ldquoItrsquos not an inner city perspective on hip-hoprdquo Correa said ldquoWe still have a city vibe going on because wersquore so close to the cityrdquo

The Coastside hip-hop culture is thriving She said itrsquos sometimes hidden in plain sight because it doesnrsquot depend on the gold chains and baggy pants that are often associated with the life She said Coastside rappers

Lil MC played the J7 Studios in Moss Beach in December

3 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

SH

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

Wanted Cute dogs from Half Moon Bay and PacificaIf yoursquod like to see Fido featured in our magazines drop us a note Email clayhmbreviewcom or claypacificamagazinecom

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For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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are unique in appearance and soundMaleko said the hip-hop that permeates the coast might be

indistinguishable to the listener other than the occasional Coastside reference in the lyrics He added that the fiefdom that supports Lil MC as its queen is exploding

ldquoI could name 20 Coastside rappers off the top of my head right nowrdquo he said

ldquoIn proportion to the population sizerdquo Correa said ldquoitrsquos crazy how much talent there is here on the Coastsiderdquo

Correa is both a part of that crew and apart from it Her gender her motherhood her ongoing education separate her from any stereotype of what it means to be a hip-hop artist She knows that success might not come in the form of Grammies or television appearances That isnrsquot her vision of success anyway

ldquoI donrsquot look at it like that anymore It just takes away from the musicrdquo she said ldquoIn hindsight your music is going to suffer from having that kind of perspective I want to keep doing shows I want to evolve I want to do different types of music I want to put out albums

ldquoIf I donrsquot make a single dime thatrsquos OKrdquo she said HALF MOON BAY

Megan Correa aka Lil MC is influenced by the world around her

Hear for yourselfYou can find Lil MC on Soundcloud at httpsmsoundcloudcomlyrically-inclined-3 Fans can also find Lil MC on Facebook for upcoming shows and music

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3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

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John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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3 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

3 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

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anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

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Celebrate life with herbs

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Subject matters will reflect the seasons with an emphasis on the integration of herbs in daily life and using food as medicine

For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

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BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

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CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

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Aging Mentor Service MontaraAlborzi Orthodontics Half Moon Bay amp San MateoCabrillo Family Dental Care PacificaCoastside Adult Day Health Center Half Moon BayCoastside Dentistry Half Moon BayHeath Chiropractic Half Moon BayHMB Optometry Family Eye Care Half Moon BayImmediate Care San MateoMiracle Ear Hearing Aid Center San MateoRobert Moody DMD Half Moon BayRand Ollerton DDS Half Moon BaySheppard Family Dentistry Half Moon BayKenneth L Stasun DDS Half Moon Bay

To a HealthyCoastside

amp San Mateo County

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

THERE IS NOTHING MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR

HEALTH AND THE HEALTH OF YOUR FAMILY

MAKE SURE YOUR ARE IN THE RIGHT HANDS

WITH THESE QUALIFIED PROFESSIONALS

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

SH

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

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Herbal Ways for Women

March - October 2016with

Suzanne ElliottHerbalist and Health Educator

Celebrate life with herbs

Journey Into The Fascinating World Of Herbs And The Way Of The Herbalist

Enrich Your Life For Years To Come

This comprehensive 8-month course one Sunday per month offers an experiential hands-on approach and an in-depth study of everything herbal

Subject matters will reflect the seasons with an emphasis on the integration of herbs in daily life and using food as medicine

For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

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John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

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CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

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2013

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Dr Rand Ollerton DDS

Dr Ollerton provides services often referred to specialists out of town To make it more convenient for his patients most areas of general dentistry and also root canals extractions gum treatments and implant dentistry are commonly provided in his office His emphasis is comprehensive

care including implant and reconstructive dentistry Dr Ollerton has been placing and restoring dental implants for 21 years Additionally the office offers laser periodontal (gum) treatment which involves no cutting or stitching For those who avoid dental treatment due to anxiety Dr Ollerton offers a variety of sedation techniques Oral sedation (pills) inhalation sedation (laughing gas) and IV sedation His office also tries to combine as many treatments as possible so that fewer appointments will be necessary and less time away from work or home will be required More recently in an effort to offer the best technological advances for his patients Dr Ollerton has acquired the ability of 3-D x-rays computer bite analysis CAD CAM crowns made in one visit and a dental laser for the treatment of advanced gum disease Dr Ollerton is heavily involved in providing people with dental assistance through his church network

ldquoWe believe that a smile is aninvitation to friendship and thusthe oral health of our patients notonly affects their physical healthbut their happiness alsordquo

mdash Rand R OlleRtOn ddS

Rand R Ollerton DDS780 Purissima St Half Moon Bay

6507262156 bull wwwrandollertonddscom

DENTISTRY

Dr Rand Ollerton and family

Emphasizing Convenience and Comprehensive Care

Our goal is to provide comprehensive dental treatment in an atmosphere of honesty integrity and commitment in order to promote life long health and happiness for our

patients We strive each day to render services and treatment of the highest level Through our education and care we hope that our patients will value optimal dental health and appearance and will feel that the time and resources invested therein as fortuitous and worthwhile Through our efforts and education continual growth occurs that makes our jobs enjoyable Satisfaction comes from doing our best

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

SH

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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the Coastsidebull Her Customer-Focused Team will ensure All your needs are metbull Ask about our KW Luxury Division

Robin Kirby

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ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

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for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

Y

CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

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VotedFavorite Dentist

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Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS

The fantastic confi dent smile that yoursquove always dreamed of awaits you at Dr Alborzirsquos offi ce Patients will fi nd several types of comfortable and almost undetectable braces Custom

computer-generated designs make it possible to complete precision treatment in less time Using the latest technology through Damon Braces and Invisalign visits are signifi cantly fewer more comfortable with superior results The friendly Alborzi Smiles staff is specially trained to assist patients and answer many questions they may have about their orthodontic treatment The fun-loving atmosphere gives patients and their families a feeling of comfort and confi dence every time they visit In addition to practicing orthodontics Dr Alborzi also volunteers at Sonrisas Clinic and does pro bono work for the needy

ldquoOur goal is to enhance the quality of life for our patients byproviding a level of care that is unequaled in the practice oforthodonticshelliprdquo

mdash ALEXA ALBORZI DDS MDS

Alexa Alborzi DDS MDS705 Purissima St Half Moon Bay | 7266321

235 N San Mateo Dr 300 San Mateo | 3424171 | GotToSmilecom

ORTHODONTICS

ORGANIZATION | Coastside Adult Day Health Center

MISSION STATEMENT | Since its inception in 1982 the CoastsideAdult Day Health Centerrsquos Mission is to keep people as healthyactive and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attention

ABOUT | Coastside Adult Day Health Center is excited tocelebrate our 25th year of providing health care services to ourfrail elderly and disabledWe are especially proud that we werethe 1st Adult Day Health Center in San Mateo County Over theyears we have continued to assist coastside families and their lovedones in an effort to keep the elderly in their own homes near fami-ly and friends and in the community they helped build preservingtheir dignity and choice One of the biggest fears a senior has is tobe placed in a nursing home Our services offer a cost effectivealternative to premature placement

With Compassion and Professionalism we offer comprehensive andall inclusive services that are individualized for each participant

Services include Nursing and personal caremedications moni-

toring Physical Occupational and Speech Therapies Social Servicescase management Memory Enhancement programbeginning

dementia Alzheimerrsquos programprogressed dementia Stimulating group activities Respite and support groups for families and

caregivers Nutrition education and counseling Hot nutritious lunch served daily Door-to-door wheelchair-accessible trans-

portation Information and referrals

Hours of operations are Monday thru Friday 9AM ndash 3PMWe acceptMedi-Cal long term insurance and veteranrsquos benefitsThose payingprivately will be based on a sliding scale For more information call650- 726-5067

COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER645 Correas St Half Moon Bay CA 94019(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

EXECUTIVEDIRECTOR |Janie Bono-JamesCoastside Adult Day Health Center

For over 30 years wersquove provided health care services to the frail elderly and disabled We assist coastside families in

an effort to keep their elderly and disabled in their homes Our services offer a cost effective alternative to premature placement in nursing homes Clients receive comprehensive all inclusive services delivered with compassion and professionalism

ldquoThe Coastside Adult Day Health Centerrsquos mission is to keep people as healthy active and independent as possible when advancing years or physicalmental conditions call for extra care and attentionrdquo

Coastside Adult Day Health Center925 Main St Half Moon Bay

(650) 726-5067wwwcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

SENIOR CARE

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

CoastsideAdult Day

Health Center

coastsideadultdayhealthorgcoastsideadultdayhealthorg

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

Compassionate Care for Seniors Respite for Families

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

6507265068645 Correa Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Immediate Care

Independently owned and operated Immediate Care was started in 1983 by Independent Family Practice Physicians to provide ser-

vices to patients who do not have a regular doctor whose regular doc-tor is unavailable or who have no primary care physician and need to be seen for an acute problem We provide an alternative to the Emergency Room for patients with coughs colds sinus infections and acute health issues Immediate Care is operated as a walk-in with no appointment needed We are open Monday thrursquo Friday 8 am to 7 pm and Saturday 9 am to 4 pm Closed Sundays We accept Medicare and most major insurances but we are not contracted with Med-i-Cal Healthy Families of San Mateo or HMOs For patients who have not established themselves with a primary care physician we are happy to provide a list of primaries in our community on request Immediate Care is committed to supporting physicians in our community

Immediate Care 60 N El Camino Real San Mateo

wwwimmediatecareorg | 6505702273

MEDICAL CLINIC

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

SH

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PPARD FAMILY DENTIS

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

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for your next masterpiece

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Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

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CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

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dentistry

Coastside Dentistry

Coastside Dentistry has been providing lasting quality dental care to families on the coast for over 20 years Our goal is to prevent dental disease and problems before they begin with regular dental cleanings thorough exams and preventive restorations We hope to form long-term relationships with

our patients as we help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile you want

Dr Johannes and Dr Stephanie Knueppel both completed their dental training at UCSF School of Dentistry They welcome patients of all ages Children are seen by their first birthday to make sure their dental development is normal and to get them accustomed to visits to our kid-friendly office Adult dentistry includes cleanings fillings crowns bridges veneers implants root canals and wisdom teeth extractions In addition our excellent staff (Denise Katie Jenica and Mary Jane) and hygienists (Lindsay and Maryam) are here to care for you

Drs Johannes amp Stephanie Knueppel840 Main St A Half Moon Bay

coastsidedentistrycom (650)726-6884

ldquoWe thoroughly enjoy being your dentists here on the coast Thank you for your trust and supportrdquo

mdash Drs Johannes anD stephanie Knueppel

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Heath Family Chiropractic

It is clear that Dr Heath is quite passionate about his profes-sion ldquoThe joy I experience helping people get well is hard to

put into wordsrdquo he explains Dr Heath and his wife Kathy have served the coastside for over 25 years Dr Heath is also the Pastor of Worship at Marinerrsquos Community Church ldquoIt is my faith in God that drives my liferdquo he says ldquoGod has blessed me in so many ways To be a part of such an awesome community is wonderfulrdquo Dr Heath is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic West

ldquoI believe that when patients come into our offi ce they experience a true sense of hoperdquo

mdash MARK HEATH

Heath Family Chiropractic339 Main Street Half Moon Bay

726-5265

CHIROPRACTIC

Aging Mentor Services

What do you do when mom or dad is losing their memory How do you protect them from elder abuse How do you manage

their care Are you prepared as a family for the transitions of aging These are just a few of the questions I hear on a daily basis from families and individuals in crisis I provide Strategic Elder Plan-ning Care Management and counselingsupport to help families work through these transitions I hold Masters degrees in Clinical Gerontology and Health Administration as well as a Doctorate in Dental Surgery I remain involved with seniors and their families by continuing to teach Geriatric Dentistry and Gerontology My new book discusses these issues and more available from wwwnewwrinklebookcom and bookstores titled ldquoA New Wrinkle What I Learned From Older People Who Never Acted Their Agerdquo

ldquoMy mission is to help people stay mentally and physically healthy and live longer more productive lives I can helprdquo

mdash ERIC SHAPIRA DDS MA MHAAGING SPECIALIST

Eric Shapira DDS MA MHA Montara CA 650-728-5827 agingmentorservicescom

GERONTOLOGY

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

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Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

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CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

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CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

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Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center

We would like to invite you to visit our of ce for a Hearing Health Check-Up There is no charge and no obligation

when you get your hearing tested at your local Miracle-Ear of ce conveniently located in San Mateo by the Hillsdale Mall Do you feel as if you might be missing conversation at those morning coffee gatherings Are you starting to question whether or not you are hearing clearly WE CAN HELP Join us and together we will discover the status of your hearing health Sue Chamberlain is a Nationally Board-Certi ed Hearing Aid Specialist and has been providing quality hearing healthcare on the Peninsula for more than 20 years Miracle-Ear hearing aids have been Americarsquos number one trusted brand for more than 65 years We continue to provide state-of-the-art hearing aid technology for all of our customersrsquo hearing healthcare needs Call us now and together we will help you nd your solution to hearing better today

ldquoItrsquos not just the qualityof your hearingItrsquos the quality of your liferdquo

Miracle-Ear Hearing Aid Center 2907 S El Camino RealSan Mateo CA 94403

650-341-9111

HEARING

Dr Moody

Dr Moody and his staff welcome you to his practice of family dentistry where their goal is to help you achieve optimal

dental health through quality dental treatment and preventative dentistry practices Working here on the Coastside since 1982 Dr Moody emphasizes the importance of regular cleanings and exams and also provides full-mouth restorative treatment He also performs a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures including bonding porcelain veneers bleaching and porcelain crowns Dr Moody starting practicing general dentistry in 1978 and is a member of the California and American Dental Associations as well as the San Mateo County Dental Society

ldquoOur goal is to provide superior dental care with the highest level of comfort resulting in healthy happy patientsrdquo

mdash ROBERT MOODY DMD

Robert Moody DMD 538 Main St Half Moon Bay

6507269046 bull wwwdrmoodycom

DENTISTRY

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890 MAIN STREET HALF MOON BAY CA 94

019(650) 726-3355 WWWSHEPPARDDE

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Sheppard Family Dentistry

Cutting edge technology is delivered in a warm friendly manner Your comfort is our rst concern From

preventative treatment to the smile of your dreams our goalis to give you and your family exceptional dental care

ldquoWe have a warm friendly of ce andwelcome new patientsrdquo

mdash BRIAN D SHEPPARD DDS

Brian D Sheppard DDS890 Main Street Suite A

Half Moon Bay | 6507263355SheppardDentistscom

infoSheppardDentistscom

DENTISTRY

HEALTH TIP

According to data from Statistics Brain the American Cancer Society and Health Land around 70 percent of smokers harbor a desire to quit altogether while 40 percent

of smokers will try to quit this year Quitting smoking is a popular New Yearrsquos resolution and a choice that can improve smokersrsquo health dramatically Smokers can reduce their rate of dying from smoking by half just by quitting before age 50 Although the percentage of smokers who will succeed in quitting the first time around is small it is still worth the effort Today there are many different plans medications and smoking-cessation support groups to help smokers as they attempt to quit

Did you know

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

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HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

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CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 3 4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

Wanted Cute dogs from Half Moon Bay and PacificaIf yoursquod like to see Fido featured in our magazines drop us a note Email clayhmbreviewcom or claypacificamagazinecom

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650-726-5705 bull 1410 S CABRILLO HWYHALF MOON BAY bull wwwcameronsinncom

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Herbal Ways for Women

March - October 2016with

Suzanne ElliottHerbalist and Health Educator

Celebrate life with herbs

Journey Into The Fascinating World Of Herbs And The Way Of The Herbalist

Enrich Your Life For Years To Come

This comprehensive 8-month course one Sunday per month offers an experiential hands-on approach and an in-depth study of everything herbal

Subject matters will reflect the seasons with an emphasis on the integration of herbs in daily life and using food as medicine

For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

4 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 5

BIL

L M

UR

RAY

Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

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RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 7

RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

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the

for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

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CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

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We Welcome New Patients

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Kenneth L Stasun DDS

Dr Kenneth Stasun Half Moon Bayrsquos orthodontic specialist is friendly gentle and exclusively practices in Half Moon

Bay He is known for his personal attention performing all wire adjustments and appliance placements himself He uses bands and brackets lip bumpers palatal expanders and functional appliances that allow the patientrsquos musculature to direct growth direction and tooth movement His staff tries to schedule appoint-ments around early dismissal days teacher in-service days and after-school sports Donrsquot travel over the hill orthodontic records including orthodontic x-rays can be performed in Dr Stasunrsquos offi ce

ldquoI attempt to time the start of orthodontic care with the patientrsquos growth spurt This usually allows for treating the patient oncerdquo

mdash KENNETH L STASUN DDS

Kenneth L Stasun DDS 423 Johnston St Half Moon Bay

6507267523 bull wwwbracesbystasuncom

DENTISTRY

HMB Optometry Family Eye Care

Dr Moshasha has been practicing adult and pediatric Primary care optometry for more than fi fteen years and is proud

to be a member of American California and San Mateo county Optometric Society She opened her offi ce in November 2013 with the objective to serve the coastside with eye care services medi-cal and surgical co-management contact lens services as well as providing quality frames and sunglasses for all ages

ldquoOur goal is to provide you with an environment with friendly caring and experienced staff that use the latest digital optometric technology for vision examination and medi-cal diagnostics complimented with best eyewear productsrdquo

mdash NEDA MOSHASHA OD

Neda Moshasha OD80 N Cabrillo Hwy Suite J Half Moon Bay

6507263937 wwwhmboptometrycom

OPTOMETRY

Cabrillo Family Dental Care

Gentle friendly care with state-of-the art techniques has kept families coming to Cabrillo Family Dental Care for over forty years Cabrillo takes pride and care in all phases of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry routine llings dental implants and root canals The skilled

friendly staff is happy to care for you and your smile

Dr Ryan Henspetter has been treating Paci ca andCoastside patients at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2001 Dr Henspetter lives in San Francisco with his wife and two children and enjoys playing music and spending time traveling with his family Dr Chris Jen Kin graduated from the University of the Paci c Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2005 Though originally from Los Angeles he now considers the Bay Area his home Dr Jen Kin has been practicing at Cabrillo Family Dental Care since 2013 and lives in Burlingame with his wife and two children Generations of Coastside families have entrusted us to take care of their oral health care needs Cabrillo Family Dental Care continues a long tradition of treating patients like family

ldquoI have been a patient at this of ce for probably forty years if not longer They just keep getting better as time goes by The whole staff is wonderful You will be very happy as one of their patientsrdquo

mdash FROM A PATIENTrsquoS INTERNET REVIEW

Cabrillo Family Dental Care669 Crespi Drive Paci ca (right off Highway 1)

650-359-1646 Paci caDentistcom

DENTISTRY

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 1

HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 3 4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

Wanted Cute dogs from Half Moon Bay and PacificaIf yoursquod like to see Fido featured in our magazines drop us a note Email clayhmbreviewcom or claypacificamagazinecom

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TE N

ot

actu

al s

ize

of

Cam

ero

n o

r b

urg

er

WORLD FAMOUSSMOKING BUS GREAT PUBGRUB GAME ROOM WITHPOOL DARTS SHUFFLEBOARD amp MOREENTERTAINMENThellipOFTENFAMILY FUNhellipKIDS MENU

650-726-5705 bull 1410 S CABRILLO HWYHALF MOON BAY bull wwwcameronsinncom

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Herbal Ways for Women

March - October 2016with

Suzanne ElliottHerbalist and Health Educator

Celebrate life with herbs

Journey Into The Fascinating World Of Herbs And The Way Of The Herbalist

Enrich Your Life For Years To Come

This comprehensive 8-month course one Sunday per month offers an experiential hands-on approach and an in-depth study of everything herbal

Subject matters will reflect the seasons with an emphasis on the integration of herbs in daily life and using food as medicine

For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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4 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

4 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 5

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 7

RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

JulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKulda

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bull Realtor on the Half Moon Bay Coastside since 2003bull 1 Buyerrsquos Agent on the Coastside in 2014bull 2015 Voted 1 Favorite Real Estate Agent - HMB Review

Readerrsquos Choice Awardsbull Featured on HGTVrsquos ldquoHouse Huntersrdquo show featuring

the Coastsidebull Her Customer-Focused Team will ensure All your needs are metbull Ask about our KW Luxury Division

Robin Kirby

650-shy‐763-shy‐323113 rkirbyaprcom13 13 aprcomrkirby13 13 Snr13 Real13 Estate13 Specialist13 13 MBA13 APR13 Presidents13 Club13

Alain13 Pinel13 Realtors13 License13 13 0195900513 4213 N13 Cabrillo13 Hwy13 Half13 Moon13 Bay13 13 13 13 9401913

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BE EXCITED ABOUT COMING HOME 13

WHATrsquoS13 IN13 STORE13 FOR13 201613 rarr  HiLng13 your13 real13 estate13 goals13 out13 of13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 The13 Park13 rarr  Securing13 your13 ideal13 Home13 Base13 rarr  Working13 with13 an13 agent13 who13 always13 has13 her13

Eye13 On13 The13 Ball13 13 13

GO GIANTS Itrsquos13 all13 about13 pulling13 together13 13

the13 right13 players13 on13 the13 right13 team13 13 13

THE BEAUTY OF THE COASTSIDE CALENDAR

ON SALE NOWHMBREVIEWCOM $595+SH

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ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

Blank Canvas

the

for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

Y

CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

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LeadingQuestions

veteransWith an eye on

Interview by Clay LambertPhotos by Cat Cutillo

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 3 9

Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 1

HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 3 4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

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wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

Wanted Cute dogs from Half Moon Bay and PacificaIf yoursquod like to see Fido featured in our magazines drop us a note Email clayhmbreviewcom or claypacificamagazinecom

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4 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

4 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 5

BIL

L M

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 7

RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

JulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKulda

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bull Realtor on the Half Moon Bay Coastside since 2003bull 1 Buyerrsquos Agent on the Coastside in 2014bull 2015 Voted 1 Favorite Real Estate Agent - HMB Review

Readerrsquos Choice Awardsbull Featured on HGTVrsquos ldquoHouse Huntersrdquo show featuring

the Coastsidebull Her Customer-Focused Team will ensure All your needs are metbull Ask about our KW Luxury Division

Robin Kirby

650-shy‐763-shy‐323113 rkirbyaprcom13 13 aprcomrkirby13 13 Snr13 Real13 Estate13 Specialist13 13 MBA13 APR13 Presidents13 Club13

Alain13 Pinel13 Realtors13 License13 13 0195900513 4213 N13 Cabrillo13 Hwy13 Half13 Moon13 Bay13 13 13 13 9401913

13

BE EXCITED ABOUT COMING HOME 13

WHATrsquoS13 IN13 STORE13 FOR13 201613 rarr  HiLng13 your13 real13 estate13 goals13 out13 of13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 The13 Park13 rarr  Securing13 your13 ideal13 Home13 Base13 rarr  Working13 with13 an13 agent13 who13 always13 has13 her13

Eye13 On13 The13 Ball13 13 13

GO GIANTS Itrsquos13 all13 about13 pulling13 together13 13

the13 right13 players13 on13 the13 right13 team13 13 13

THE BEAUTY OF THE COASTSIDE CALENDAR

ON SALE NOWHMBREVIEWCOM $595+SH

BigShot

ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

Blank Canvas

the

for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

Y

CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

CHOICE

2014

R E A D E R S

CHOICE

2013

R E A D E R S

CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE

CHOICE

2012

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Kai Martin is a Navy veteran

and part of the first-

ever San Mateo County

Veterans Commission The

commission was seated

in November and has already held its first

meeting

Martin was born and raised in Southern

California He has traveled widely and came

to the Bay Area 20 years ago to attend the

California Maritime Academy Hersquos worked

at the Port of Oakland and now serves as

vice president for the Center of Excellence

within The Pasha Group which is a logistics

and shipping company with offices in Marin

County He remains active in the Naval

Reserve Recently he was involved in the

Reserversquos disaster relief planning

He moved to Pacifica two years ago at the

behest of his wife Deirdre The couple recently

welcomed a new daughter

Martin agreed to answer a few questions

about his service and his hopes for the Veterans

Commission

mdash Clay Lambert

New Veterans Commissioner aims to help coordinate services for military vets

3 8 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 1

HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 3 4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

Wanted Cute dogs from Half Moon Bay and PacificaIf yoursquod like to see Fido featured in our magazines drop us a note Email clayhmbreviewcom or claypacificamagazinecom

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March - October 2016with

Suzanne ElliottHerbalist and Health Educator

Celebrate life with herbs

Journey Into The Fascinating World Of Herbs And The Way Of The Herbalist

Enrich Your Life For Years To Come

This comprehensive 8-month course one Sunday per month offers an experiential hands-on approach and an in-depth study of everything herbal

Subject matters will reflect the seasons with an emphasis on the integration of herbs in daily life and using food as medicine

For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

4 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 5

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

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TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

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RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

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Half Moon Bay magazine Kai tell us about your decision to serve in the military What drove that decisionKai Martin My father was a Vietnam veteran who later served a couple of decades with the National Guard He shared and demonstrated a great deal to my brothers and me and instilled a sense of service My parents and family are educators and have a strong sense of service to our community and those around us He also helped me in developing my interest in history especially military history When I was young I was very interested in ships ports and anything nautical This led me to the US Naval Sea Cadets program which has partnerships with the Navy and Coast Guard and I eventually ended up attending the California Maritime Academy in Vallejo Attending Recruit Training Command San Diego at 15 having my head shaved firefighting practicing damage control and sailing on a frigate for a month as a Sea Cadet were just a few of the unique experiences that supported my decision to join the US Navy At the Maritime Academy we wore uniforms every day stood watch and I was also in the Navy ROTC program there All of this combined led me to both the civilian profession and Navy community I serve now

The reasons that drove that decision still hold true for me today Dedication and service to our country and those people we are charged with protecting and having unique experiences that you can only have in the military with dedicated and fun like-minded people

I stay in it for all of those original reasons plus the terrific camaraderie of my fellow service members In todayrsquos society we need just as many strong and experienced people as possible serving our country

HMB How did the experience differ from your expectationsKM I had really great exposure with the Sea Cadets program so a good deal of my experience matched my expectations when I initially went in After the attacks of Sept 11 many things changed for our country including direction and engagement for the military The Navy Reserve is much more heavily relied upon now for supporting current operations For instance as a surface sailor in the Navy I had little expectation of being in several different places in Iraq That was a very different experience I spent almost 14 months in Iraq working with two different Army rotations It was something I did not expect to do but I am happy that I went and proud of the work I performed In my reserve capacity now there are many opportunities to continue to make a difference in real-world events as well as helping to plan how to handle the next event or disaster

THE REASONS THAT DROVE THAT DECISION

STILL HOLD TRUE FOR ME TODAY DEDICATION AND

SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE PEOPLE WE

ARE CHARGED WITH PROTECTING

4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 1

HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 3 4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

Wanted Cute dogs from Half Moon Bay and PacificaIf yoursquod like to see Fido featured in our magazines drop us a note Email clayhmbreviewcom or claypacificamagazinecom

NO

TE N

ot

actu

al s

ize

of

Cam

ero

n o

r b

urg

er

WORLD FAMOUSSMOKING BUS GREAT PUBGRUB GAME ROOM WITHPOOL DARTS SHUFFLEBOARD amp MOREENTERTAINMENThellipOFTENFAMILY FUNhellipKIDS MENU

650-726-5705 bull 1410 S CABRILLO HWYHALF MOON BAY bull wwwcameronsinncom

XNLV226481

Herbal Ways for Women

March - October 2016with

Suzanne ElliottHerbalist and Health Educator

Celebrate life with herbs

Journey Into The Fascinating World Of Herbs And The Way Of The Herbalist

Enrich Your Life For Years To Come

This comprehensive 8-month course one Sunday per month offers an experiential hands-on approach and an in-depth study of everything herbal

Subject matters will reflect the seasons with an emphasis on the integration of herbs in daily life and using food as medicine

For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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2462

85

4 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

4 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 5

BIL

L M

UR

RAY

Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 7

RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

JulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKulda

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bull Realtor on the Half Moon Bay Coastside since 2003bull 1 Buyerrsquos Agent on the Coastside in 2014bull 2015 Voted 1 Favorite Real Estate Agent - HMB Review

Readerrsquos Choice Awardsbull Featured on HGTVrsquos ldquoHouse Huntersrdquo show featuring

the Coastsidebull Her Customer-Focused Team will ensure All your needs are metbull Ask about our KW Luxury Division

Robin Kirby

650-shy‐763-shy‐323113 rkirbyaprcom13 13 aprcomrkirby13 13 Snr13 Real13 Estate13 Specialist13 13 MBA13 APR13 Presidents13 Club13

Alain13 Pinel13 Realtors13 License13 13 0195900513 4213 N13 Cabrillo13 Hwy13 Half13 Moon13 Bay13 13 13 13 9401913

13

BE EXCITED ABOUT COMING HOME 13

WHATrsquoS13 IN13 STORE13 FOR13 201613 rarr  HiLng13 your13 real13 estate13 goals13 out13 of13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 The13 Park13 rarr  Securing13 your13 ideal13 Home13 Base13 rarr  Working13 with13 an13 agent13 who13 always13 has13 her13

Eye13 On13 The13 Ball13 13 13

GO GIANTS Itrsquos13 all13 about13 pulling13 together13 13

the13 right13 players13 on13 the13 right13 team13 13 13

THE BEAUTY OF THE COASTSIDE CALENDAR

ON SALE NOWHMBREVIEWCOM $595+SH

BigShot

ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

Blank Canvas

the

for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

Y

CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

CHOICE

2014

R E A D E R S

CHOICE

2013

R E A D E R S

CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE

CHOICE

2012

R E A D E R S

VotedFavorite Dentist

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4 0 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 1

HMB We hear a lot about vets having difficulty reintegrating into ldquonormalrdquo life after their service How did that go for youKM When I came back I was fortunate to have a couple of job opportunities That isnrsquot true for many people There were some major changes in my family life a house move and a new job to begin I attended a couple of veteran retreats One was a canoe trip in Alabama through Outward Bound and sponsored by the Sierra Club It was a place where returning veterans could be outdoors experience fellowship and talk as needed or just be in the company of others to listen These were both good opportunities to decompress from what is called Combat and Operational Stress and to work on re-integrating The services are doing a better job of providing some down time and transition time for veterans when returning from a mobilization in a combat zone but in my experience one or two weeks is still not enough

HMB Do you think Americans have the same connection with their military in an age of a volunteer forceKM The military makes up less than 1 percent of the US population now which definitely has some bearing on the American connection There are several

groups of friends that I have where I am the only person in their circle with military service That could be an indication of a lack of familiarity or possible connection with the military In some cases the lack of understanding about the military can cause people to paint the military or those in it with a certain brush and that may not always be positive That being said many have served our country in the many conflicts that the United Stats has been involved with since Sept 11 and there are veterans all around us Many donrsquot wear it on their sleeve but they are there I believe that in the last decade Americans as a whole are more supportive of veterans than they were when I was growing up even if they donrsquot have a personal connection to someone in the service I also believe that that 1 percent are some of the best people we have in our country and therefore make a bigger impression on their family friends and community even if less people have actually served

HMB Tell us a little about the mission of San Mateo County Veteranrsquos CommissionKM To quote San Mateo County Supervisor Warren Slocum the commission was formed to ldquobetter coordinate services for people who served our countryrdquo We will be working to ensure that the basic needs of our veterans

are accessible to help set the stage for their welfare and success The commission will work to ensure that local and county plans policies and practices that relate to veteran affairs are addressing those basic needs

HMB Are local vets getting the support they needKM Yes and no The county conducted a needs assessment and found that for those who served many years ago they are doing fairly well However San Mateo is a very expensive county to live in and those newly transitioning as well as older fixed-income vets are finding it very hard to secure affordable housing Those who are transitioning also need jobs or help with school enrollment using their GI Bill and also need possible access to physical mental or behavioral health services As I mentioned earlier the military provides camaraderie and for those transitioning replacing that companionship can be challenging There are best practices that the county can directly put in place or influence that helps address some of these support issues With the commissionrsquos sole focus being on veteran affairs this will help to ensure that the right amount of attention is on these important areas and that action can be taken

I BELIEVE THAT IN THE LAST DECADE AMERICANS AS A WHOLE ARE MORE SUPPORTIVE OF VETERANS THAN THEY WERE WHEN I WAS GROWING UP

4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 3 4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

Wanted Cute dogs from Half Moon Bay and PacificaIf yoursquod like to see Fido featured in our magazines drop us a note Email clayhmbreviewcom or claypacificamagazinecom

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TE N

ot

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al s

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of

Cam

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er

WORLD FAMOUSSMOKING BUS GREAT PUBGRUB GAME ROOM WITHPOOL DARTS SHUFFLEBOARD amp MOREENTERTAINMENThellipOFTENFAMILY FUNhellipKIDS MENU

650-726-5705 bull 1410 S CABRILLO HWYHALF MOON BAY bull wwwcameronsinncom

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Herbal Ways for Women

March - October 2016with

Suzanne ElliottHerbalist and Health Educator

Celebrate life with herbs

Journey Into The Fascinating World Of Herbs And The Way Of The Herbalist

Enrich Your Life For Years To Come

This comprehensive 8-month course one Sunday per month offers an experiential hands-on approach and an in-depth study of everything herbal

Subject matters will reflect the seasons with an emphasis on the integration of herbs in daily life and using food as medicine

For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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4 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

4 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 5

BIL

L M

UR

RAY

Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 7

RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

JulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKulda

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bull Realtor on the Half Moon Bay Coastside since 2003bull 1 Buyerrsquos Agent on the Coastside in 2014bull 2015 Voted 1 Favorite Real Estate Agent - HMB Review

Readerrsquos Choice Awardsbull Featured on HGTVrsquos ldquoHouse Huntersrdquo show featuring

the Coastsidebull Her Customer-Focused Team will ensure All your needs are metbull Ask about our KW Luxury Division

Robin Kirby

650-shy‐763-shy‐323113 rkirbyaprcom13 13 aprcomrkirby13 13 Snr13 Real13 Estate13 Specialist13 13 MBA13 APR13 Presidents13 Club13

Alain13 Pinel13 Realtors13 License13 13 0195900513 4213 N13 Cabrillo13 Hwy13 Half13 Moon13 Bay13 13 13 13 9401913

13

BE EXCITED ABOUT COMING HOME 13

WHATrsquoS13 IN13 STORE13 FOR13 201613 rarr  HiLng13 your13 real13 estate13 goals13 out13 of13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 The13 Park13 rarr  Securing13 your13 ideal13 Home13 Base13 rarr  Working13 with13 an13 agent13 who13 always13 has13 her13

Eye13 On13 The13 Ball13 13 13

GO GIANTS Itrsquos13 all13 about13 pulling13 together13 13

the13 right13 players13 on13 the13 right13 team13 13 13

THE BEAUTY OF THE COASTSIDE CALENDAR

ON SALE NOWHMBREVIEWCOM $595+SH

BigShot

ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

Blank Canvas

the

for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

Y

CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

CHOICE

2014

R E A D E R S

CHOICE

2013

R E A D E R S

CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE

CHOICE

2012

R E A D E R S

VotedFavorite Dentist

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4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

CoastsideCaninesLittle OneAge 7 years Breed shih tzuMaltese mix

Pillar Point Harbor came alive for the recent Lighted Boat Festival Both commercial and rec-reational boats were decked with Santa Clauses and colorful bright lights which shimmered in the placid harbor waters Many of the visitors stream-ing along the docks enjoying the sights stopped by the Concord 40 boat ldquoBy Georgerdquo berthed at the B deck where owner Chad Skelton was handing out cups of hot buttered rum

Cups of cheer aside the main reason visitors stopped by Skeltonrsquos boat was to greet ldquoLittle Onerdquo Tiny in stature but a giant in public relations she yipped and wagged happily to visitors pass-ing by

ldquoA lot of people stopped to see her rather than for the hot buttered rumrdquo said Skelton ldquoShe likes to say lsquoHirsquo to everyone as they come by woof-woof and wagging her tailrdquo

A lovable ragamuffin that has been part of Skel-tonrsquos life for her seven years Little One roams the By George deck at will unaffected by its gentle rocking in windy weather and preferring to hang out in the deckrsquos aft section Skelton who keeps a close eye on her when shersquos outside says shersquos never jumped off the boat or fallen into the water

Instead he said as one of the lively commu-nity of dogs and cats owned by the harbor ldquolive-aboardsrdquo shersquos at much at home on the boat as she would be in a house ldquoThe boat is like an apartment except that it floatsrdquo Skelton said adding that ldquoHer favorite spot on the boat is on my laprdquo

She has a busy life on or off the By George though ldquoShe goes to work with me all the timerdquo Skelton said riding in a hand-carried bag to his job at Redwood Rentals on the Peninsula

She also accompanies him to visit his mother in Montana in her bag tucked under Skeltonrsquos air-line seat ldquoShersquos my carry-onrdquo he said

But when Skelton comes home to the harbor af-ter being away he said neighbors inquire after her more than after him

PHOTO BY CAT CUTILLO

J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 3 4 2 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

Wanted Cute dogs from Half Moon Bay and PacificaIf yoursquod like to see Fido featured in our magazines drop us a note Email clayhmbreviewcom or claypacificamagazinecom

NO

TE N

ot

actu

al s

ize

of

Cam

ero

n o

r b

urg

er

WORLD FAMOUSSMOKING BUS GREAT PUBGRUB GAME ROOM WITHPOOL DARTS SHUFFLEBOARD amp MOREENTERTAINMENThellipOFTENFAMILY FUNhellipKIDS MENU

650-726-5705 bull 1410 S CABRILLO HWYHALF MOON BAY bull wwwcameronsinncom

XNLV226481

Herbal Ways for Women

March - October 2016with

Suzanne ElliottHerbalist and Health Educator

Celebrate life with herbs

Journey Into The Fascinating World Of Herbs And The Way Of The Herbalist

Enrich Your Life For Years To Come

This comprehensive 8-month course one Sunday per month offers an experiential hands-on approach and an in-depth study of everything herbal

Subject matters will reflect the seasons with an emphasis on the integration of herbs in daily life and using food as medicine

For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

XNLV

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85

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

4 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 5

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 7

RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

JulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKulda

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bull Realtor on the Half Moon Bay Coastside since 2003bull 1 Buyerrsquos Agent on the Coastside in 2014bull 2015 Voted 1 Favorite Real Estate Agent - HMB Review

Readerrsquos Choice Awardsbull Featured on HGTVrsquos ldquoHouse Huntersrdquo show featuring

the Coastsidebull Her Customer-Focused Team will ensure All your needs are metbull Ask about our KW Luxury Division

Robin Kirby

650-shy‐763-shy‐323113 rkirbyaprcom13 13 aprcomrkirby13 13 Snr13 Real13 Estate13 Specialist13 13 MBA13 APR13 Presidents13 Club13

Alain13 Pinel13 Realtors13 License13 13 0195900513 4213 N13 Cabrillo13 Hwy13 Half13 Moon13 Bay13 13 13 13 9401913

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BE EXCITED ABOUT COMING HOME 13

WHATrsquoS13 IN13 STORE13 FOR13 201613 rarr  HiLng13 your13 real13 estate13 goals13 out13 of13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 The13 Park13 rarr  Securing13 your13 ideal13 Home13 Base13 rarr  Working13 with13 an13 agent13 who13 always13 has13 her13

Eye13 On13 The13 Ball13 13 13

GO GIANTS Itrsquos13 all13 about13 pulling13 together13 13

the13 right13 players13 on13 the13 right13 team13 13 13

THE BEAUTY OF THE COASTSIDE CALENDAR

ON SALE NOWHMBREVIEWCOM $595+SH

BigShot

ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

Blank Canvas

the

for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

Y

CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

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Visit OddysseaFun for Kids of All Ages

Explore Fantastically Odd ProductsPlants Gadgets Lab Ware Critters

Create with Great ActivitiesTerrarium Buffet Mining Flume Sand Art

Message in a Bottle Cannonball Run

Discover Treasures on the CoastAdventure Kit Electric Bikes Metal Detectors

601 amp 617 Main Street oddysseacom 650-440-455511a-5p Daily Closed Wednesday

wwwallanimalmobilevetcomNow Offering Laser Therapy for

anti-infl ammatory and pain treatment

Therersquos no place like home

Wanted Cute dogs from Half Moon Bay and PacificaIf yoursquod like to see Fido featured in our magazines drop us a note Email clayhmbreviewcom or claypacificamagazinecom

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March - October 2016with

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Celebrate life with herbs

Journey Into The Fascinating World Of Herbs And The Way Of The Herbalist

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Subject matters will reflect the seasons with an emphasis on the integration of herbs in daily life and using food as medicine

For more info wwwwoodsorrelproductcom

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Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

4 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 5

BIL

L M

UR

RAY

Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 7

RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

JulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKulda

XNLV231557

bull Realtor on the Half Moon Bay Coastside since 2003bull 1 Buyerrsquos Agent on the Coastside in 2014bull 2015 Voted 1 Favorite Real Estate Agent - HMB Review

Readerrsquos Choice Awardsbull Featured on HGTVrsquos ldquoHouse Huntersrdquo show featuring

the Coastsidebull Her Customer-Focused Team will ensure All your needs are metbull Ask about our KW Luxury Division

Robin Kirby

650-shy‐763-shy‐323113 rkirbyaprcom13 13 aprcomrkirby13 13 Snr13 Real13 Estate13 Specialist13 13 MBA13 APR13 Presidents13 Club13

Alain13 Pinel13 Realtors13 License13 13 0195900513 4213 N13 Cabrillo13 Hwy13 Half13 Moon13 Bay13 13 13 13 9401913

13

BE EXCITED ABOUT COMING HOME 13

WHATrsquoS13 IN13 STORE13 FOR13 201613 rarr  HiLng13 your13 real13 estate13 goals13 out13 of13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 The13 Park13 rarr  Securing13 your13 ideal13 Home13 Base13 rarr  Working13 with13 an13 agent13 who13 always13 has13 her13

Eye13 On13 The13 Ball13 13 13

GO GIANTS Itrsquos13 all13 about13 pulling13 together13 13

the13 right13 players13 on13 the13 right13 team13 13 13

THE BEAUTY OF THE COASTSIDE CALENDAR

ON SALE NOWHMBREVIEWCOM $595+SH

BigShot

ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

Blank Canvas

the

for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

Y

CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

CHOICE

2014

R E A D E R S

CHOICE

2013

R E A D E R S

CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE

CHOICE

2012

R E A D E R S

VotedFavorite Dentist

XNLV

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4 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

Daytripper

Single-track trails and dense forests reward mountain bikers at El Corte Madera Open Space Preservev

4 4 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 5

BIL

L M

UR

RAY

Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

PLA

CE TO

GO

Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 7

RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

JulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKulda

XNLV231557

bull Realtor on the Half Moon Bay Coastside since 2003bull 1 Buyerrsquos Agent on the Coastside in 2014bull 2015 Voted 1 Favorite Real Estate Agent - HMB Review

Readerrsquos Choice Awardsbull Featured on HGTVrsquos ldquoHouse Huntersrdquo show featuring

the Coastsidebull Her Customer-Focused Team will ensure All your needs are metbull Ask about our KW Luxury Division

Robin Kirby

650-shy‐763-shy‐323113 rkirbyaprcom13 13 aprcomrkirby13 13 Snr13 Real13 Estate13 Specialist13 13 MBA13 APR13 Presidents13 Club13

Alain13 Pinel13 Realtors13 License13 13 0195900513 4213 N13 Cabrillo13 Hwy13 Half13 Moon13 Bay13 13 13 13 9401913

13

BE EXCITED ABOUT COMING HOME 13

WHATrsquoS13 IN13 STORE13 FOR13 201613 rarr  HiLng13 your13 real13 estate13 goals13 out13 of13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 The13 Park13 rarr  Securing13 your13 ideal13 Home13 Base13 rarr  Working13 with13 an13 agent13 who13 always13 has13 her13

Eye13 On13 The13 Ball13 13 13

GO GIANTS Itrsquos13 all13 about13 pulling13 together13 13

the13 right13 players13 on13 the13 right13 team13 13 13

THE BEAUTY OF THE COASTSIDE CALENDAR

ON SALE NOWHMBREVIEWCOM $595+SH

BigShot

ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

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for your next masterpiece

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890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

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O ce hours by appointment

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Skeggs Point

This one is for the mountain bikers While Skeggs Point is technically just the turnout along Skyline Boulevard it is the clos-est access point to the plentiful trails in the El Corte de Madera Creek Open Space Preserve It is from here that cyclists will launch into the redwoods of the western slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains and be treated to some of the most beautiful and technically difficult trails around

While the area is also a hikers paradise it has really been em-braced by the cycling community and thrill seekers from around the Bay Area and beyond make the pilgrimage

It is not enormous in size compared to some nearby open space areas but its 2700 square acres packs in 36 miles of trails ranging from smooth cruisers to white-knuckle rock gardensIt is common for cyclists to spend the day making loops Navigat-ing down hairpin turns and steep drops and then climbing back up to find another way down

One of the most popular routes is called the Resolution Trail named for and dedicated to those who lost their lives on the ill-fated DC-6 airplane that crashed here in October 1953 Itrsquos a challenging beauty with varied terrain best attempted with your full suspension bike

The Manzanita trail traverses the mountain side through the endemic Kings Mountain manzanita and provides sweeping views of the San Mateo County coast Take the Timberview Trail to visit one of the Preserversquos remaining old growth redwood trees The massive coast redwood is approximately 50 feet in circumference

Whichever trail you choose if yoursquore bringing your mountain bike be prepared for intermediate to very advanced level cycling Bring plenty of water watch for hikers and equestrians and obey the enforced speed limits Rangers travel with a speed gun No dogs

allowed Open sun up to sun down Located between Purissima Creek Redwoods and Highway 84 along Skyline Blvd

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Scan here for more information about El Corte de Madera Creek

Alicersquos RestaurantYou may not be able to get anything you want here but if yoursquore looking for a scenic place to refuel after your laps on the mountain bike this is your spot Most likely yoursquoll be surrounded by the other kind of biker either on Harleys or Hondas as this is the designated meet up spot for both varieties The menu embraces their role with the Hog which boasts two-thirds of a pound of beef standing along side the Suzuki burger with pineapple and teriyaki sauce Enjoy the outside seating in the redwoods and be entertained by the people watching even if your Lycra is overpowered by the leather A solid beer list will quench disciminating palates At the crossoads of highways 35 and 84 (650) 851-0303 wwwalicesrestaurantcom

Alicersquos RestaurantSkeggs Point

PLACE TO EAT

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 7

RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

JulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKulda

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bull Realtor on the Half Moon Bay Coastside since 2003bull 1 Buyerrsquos Agent on the Coastside in 2014bull 2015 Voted 1 Favorite Real Estate Agent - HMB Review

Readerrsquos Choice Awardsbull Featured on HGTVrsquos ldquoHouse Huntersrdquo show featuring

the Coastsidebull Her Customer-Focused Team will ensure All your needs are metbull Ask about our KW Luxury Division

Robin Kirby

650-shy‐763-shy‐323113 rkirbyaprcom13 13 aprcomrkirby13 13 Snr13 Real13 Estate13 Specialist13 13 MBA13 APR13 Presidents13 Club13

Alain13 Pinel13 Realtors13 License13 13 0195900513 4213 N13 Cabrillo13 Hwy13 Half13 Moon13 Bay13 13 13 13 9401913

13

BE EXCITED ABOUT COMING HOME 13

WHATrsquoS13 IN13 STORE13 FOR13 201613 rarr  HiLng13 your13 real13 estate13 goals13 out13 of13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 The13 Park13 rarr  Securing13 your13 ideal13 Home13 Base13 rarr  Working13 with13 an13 agent13 who13 always13 has13 her13

Eye13 On13 The13 Ball13 13 13

GO GIANTS Itrsquos13 all13 about13 pulling13 together13 13

the13 right13 players13 on13 the13 right13 team13 13 13

THE BEAUTY OF THE COASTSIDE CALENDAR

ON SALE NOWHMBREVIEWCOM $595+SH

BigShot

ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

Blank Canvas

the

for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

Y

CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

CHOICE

2014

R E A D E R S

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4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6

RealEstateRECENT SALE

HALF MOON BAY MARKET TRENDS

Address 442 Coronado Ave Half Moon Bay Bedrooms 4Bathrooms 3 Square Feet 3020Sale price $1625000

Average home price

$1087979Week ending Dec 9

+116Week over week

Median home price

$1000000Sep-Dec 2015

+108Year over year

Average price per sq ft

$572Sep-Dec 2015

+241Year over year

COURTESY KULDA REAL ESTATE GROUP

TRULIACOM MARKET TRENDS

Picture perfect in El GranadaIdeal for family and entertaining this beautiful home is located in a quiet upscale Miramar neighborhood It offers 4 bedrooms plus office with filtered ocean views formal dining room seperate living room a generous master with gas fireplace view deck and custom walk-in closet Cooks will love the kitchenrsquos custom pantry Wolf oven and cooktop and granite counter with seating The kitchen is open to the great room with a coffered ceiling custom-built entertainment center surround sound and a wood-burning fireplace This picture-perfect home is a short distance from downtown Half Moon Bay Pillar Point Harbor beaches the Coastal trail shops and restaurants

Realtors Do you have a recent sale that you think might make a good featured home Contact Lindahmbreviewcom There is no charge

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 7

RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

JulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKulda

XNLV231557

bull Realtor on the Half Moon Bay Coastside since 2003bull 1 Buyerrsquos Agent on the Coastside in 2014bull 2015 Voted 1 Favorite Real Estate Agent - HMB Review

Readerrsquos Choice Awardsbull Featured on HGTVrsquos ldquoHouse Huntersrdquo show featuring

the Coastsidebull Her Customer-Focused Team will ensure All your needs are metbull Ask about our KW Luxury Division

Robin Kirby

650-shy‐763-shy‐323113 rkirbyaprcom13 13 aprcomrkirby13 13 Snr13 Real13 Estate13 Specialist13 13 MBA13 APR13 Presidents13 Club13

Alain13 Pinel13 Realtors13 License13 13 0195900513 4213 N13 Cabrillo13 Hwy13 Half13 Moon13 Bay13 13 13 13 9401913

13

BE EXCITED ABOUT COMING HOME 13

WHATrsquoS13 IN13 STORE13 FOR13 201613 rarr  HiLng13 your13 real13 estate13 goals13 out13 of13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 The13 Park13 rarr  Securing13 your13 ideal13 Home13 Base13 rarr  Working13 with13 an13 agent13 who13 always13 has13 her13

Eye13 On13 The13 Ball13 13 13

GO GIANTS Itrsquos13 all13 about13 pulling13 together13 13

the13 right13 players13 on13 the13 right13 team13 13 13

THE BEAUTY OF THE COASTSIDE CALENDAR

ON SALE NOWHMBREVIEWCOM $595+SH

BigShot

ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

Blank Canvas

the

for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

Y

CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

CHOICE

2014

R E A D E R S

CHOICE

2013

R E A D E R S

CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE

CHOICE

2012

R E A D E R S

VotedFavorite Dentist

XNLV

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39

Page 49: Half Moon Bay January 2016

4 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 J A N U A R Y 2 0 1 6 H A L F M O O N B A Y 4 7

RealEstate Select recent Coastside transactionsSeller Property Buyer AmountRobert and Jodi P Du Frane 361 Cypress Point Road Half Moon Bay Charles and Joanne Race $1650000

John T and Pamela L Callan Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Thomas J Carey trustee Vacant Land Half Moon Bay Stebbins Construction Corporation $60000

Lyndsay Knox trustee Property no address available Dr Michael D and Deanna M Osborne $1048000

Raymond L and Philomena B Villa trustees 361 4th Ave Half Moon Bay Ryan P and Christianne H Sprangers $975000

Ronald and Phyllis Garcia 11831 San Mateo Road Half Moon Bay Ronald L Garcia $575000

Mario and Maria D Garcia 294 Amesport Landing No 102 Half Moon Bay Dorothy J and Zachary Kowal $630000

Lawrence S Gullman 111 Roquena Dr La Honda Vincent Armando $499000

James F and Ryan D Hayes 32 Fernwood Dr La Honda Ryan D and Cindy R Hayes $285000

George D and Dianne E Vaughan 475 8th St Montara Kai Conragan and Julie Brookman $950000

Julie E Brookman and Kai K Conragan 840 Lincoln St Moss Beach Stephen H Cotterill and John R Calgagni $1210000

Working Dirt R2 LLC 191 Marine Blvd Moss Beach Ray W and Stephanie J Hekkert $830000

Phillip R and Sue Anne Davis 331 Spruce St Half Moon Bay Luke B and Megan E Terra $830000

Edward W and Barbara J Lambing trustees 1000 Pilarcitos Ave Half Moon Bay Sandra Lafave Trustee et al $1900000

Christopher A Robinson Vacant Land Moss Beach Anthony and Amanda Stoloski $215000

An Huang Chen Trustee Josephine S Huang trustee 155 El Granada Blvd El Granada Richard Hartnett $1110000

Stephen D and Irene N Johnson trustees 12 Ashdown Place Half Moon Bay John and Margaret M Rangel $2400000

David J Mignola and Xiao Yang 775 Johnston St Half Moon Bay S Putnam B Putnam trustees et al $1000000

Charles C and Nancy C Yang 54 Spyglass Court Half Moon Bay Sondra L Bennett $1830000

Matthew K Banhagel Vacant land Half Moon Bay Christie Callenback $18000

Jeffrey and Valerie Peck Vacant Land Miramar Zachary M Peck $50000

James and Jessica Nieves 439 Coronada Ave El Granada Judith L Richardson trustee $900000

Reinhard A Joelli 180 Palm Beach Ave El Granada Guy Brown $855000

Thomas Savage Ronald Tokiwa co-trustees 448 Correas St Half Moon Bay Alexandra McTague $1100000

Rodolfo V and Lourdes A Bautista 913 Pacific Ave Half Moon Bay Rodolfo V and Lourdes and Erica A Bautista $250000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation Slate Creek Road La Honda Patrick J McMillan trustee $275000

David P Clement Vacant Land La Honda Martin Eberhard trustee $481818

Gregory L and Elaine M Bahr 50 Wurr Road Loma Mar Helen and Iain Hutton $605000

Michael L Gaynes trustee 622 Stetson St Moss Beach Wonda Bratton $1275000

Erica B Steiner trustee et al 582 Sierra St Moss Beach James C Ewing and Gillian I Bostock $1160000

Brad and Marijane Datson Vacant Land Moss Beach Nori G Lietz $350000

JulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteJulietteKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKuldaKulda

XNLV231557

bull Realtor on the Half Moon Bay Coastside since 2003bull 1 Buyerrsquos Agent on the Coastside in 2014bull 2015 Voted 1 Favorite Real Estate Agent - HMB Review

Readerrsquos Choice Awardsbull Featured on HGTVrsquos ldquoHouse Huntersrdquo show featuring

the Coastsidebull Her Customer-Focused Team will ensure All your needs are metbull Ask about our KW Luxury Division

Robin Kirby

650-shy‐763-shy‐323113 rkirbyaprcom13 13 aprcomrkirby13 13 Snr13 Real13 Estate13 Specialist13 13 MBA13 APR13 Presidents13 Club13

Alain13 Pinel13 Realtors13 License13 13 0195900513 4213 N13 Cabrillo13 Hwy13 Half13 Moon13 Bay13 13 13 13 9401913

13

BE EXCITED ABOUT COMING HOME 13

WHATrsquoS13 IN13 STORE13 FOR13 201613 rarr  HiLng13 your13 real13 estate13 goals13 out13 of13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 The13 Park13 rarr  Securing13 your13 ideal13 Home13 Base13 rarr  Working13 with13 an13 agent13 who13 always13 has13 her13

Eye13 On13 The13 Ball13 13 13

GO GIANTS Itrsquos13 all13 about13 pulling13 together13 13

the13 right13 players13 on13 the13 right13 team13 13 13

THE BEAUTY OF THE COASTSIDE CALENDAR

ON SALE NOWHMBREVIEWCOM $595+SH

BigShot

ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

Blank Canvas

the

for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

Y

CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

CHOICE

2014

R E A D E R S

CHOICE

2013

R E A D E R S

CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE

CHOICE

2012

R E A D E R S

VotedFavorite Dentist

XNLV

2358

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BigShot

ANOTHER WORLDA visitor carefully explores the colorful wonders of Fitgerald Marine Reserve in December The large swing in tides provided optimal viewing opportunities Go to wwwfitzgeraldreserveorg for information on best times to visit and what animals you can expect to see Remember take nothing but photosPhoto by Cat Cutillo

Blank Canvas

the

for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

Y

CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

CHOICE

2014

R E A D E R S

CHOICE

2013

R E A D E R S

CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE

CHOICE

2012

R E A D E R S

VotedFavorite Dentist

XNLV

2358

39

Page 51: Half Moon Bay January 2016

Blank Canvas

the

for your next masterpiece

1025rdquo Nonstick Fry PanReg $9999Now $7999

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

Y

CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

CHOICE

2014

R E A D E R S

CHOICE

2013

R E A D E R S

CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE

CHOICE

2012

R E A D E R S

VotedFavorite Dentist

XNLV

2358

39

Page 52: Half Moon Bay January 2016

Our staff and state of the art technologyare here to make your familyrsquos dental visit

a comfortable pleasant experience

BRIAN SHEPPARD DDS

890 Main Street Suite AHalf Moon BaySheppardDentistscominfoSheppardDentistscomSHEPPARD FAMILY DENTISTR

Y

CAD-CAM Cerec crowns in one visit

O ce hours by appointment

6507263355

CERECO N E V I S I T C R O W N S

We Welcome New Patients

CHOICE

2014

R E A D E R S

CHOICE

2013

R E A D E R S

CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE CHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICECHOICE

CHOICE

2012

R E A D E R S

VotedFavorite Dentist

XNLV

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