May 2023

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Memorial Day: A Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes

  By Doug Stauffer, pastor, chaplain, veteran (father, son and brother to veterans) From every branch of service, every walk of life, America’s soldiers are faced with peril and strife. Bravery and sacrifice we continually recognize, Never forget those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Memorial Day: a reminder to pay respect To those who served, freedoms to protect. On this solemn day, their legacy lives on, Honored and remembered, even after they’re gone. Let us guide our children to look up high To heroes who serve and fight, and some die. Not to those in sports or Hollywood’s fame, But those who defend our country’s name. Remember the Gold Star families still here. Show them our gratitude for losing those dear. They deserve our love, honor, and care, For their loss is beyond compare. Take a moment right now to remember and reflect Of the fallen soldiers we must never forget. Let us pay our respects to these heroes today And honor their memory in every possible way. The post Memorial Day: A Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes appeared first on Bay Life | News, Events and Community Information.   Read More

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Memorial Day: A Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes

  By Doug Stauffer, pastor, chaplain, veteran (father, son and brother to veterans) From every branch of service, every walk of life, America’s soldiers are faced with peril and strife. Bravery and sacrifice we continually recognize, Never forget those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Memorial Day: a reminder to pay respect To those who served, freedoms to protect. On this solemn day, their legacy lives on, Honored and remembered, even after they’re gone. Let us guide our children to look up high To heroes who serve and fight, and some die. Not to those in sports or Hollywood’s fame, But those who defend our country’s name. Remember the Gold Star families still here. Show them our gratitude for losing those dear. They deserve our love, honor, and care, For their loss is beyond compare. Take a moment right now to remember and reflect Of the fallen soldiers we must never forget. Let us pay our respects to these heroes today And honor their memory in every possible way. The post Memorial Day: A Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes appeared first on Bay Life | News, Events and Community Information.   Read More

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Memorial Day: A Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes

  By Doug Stauffer, pastor, chaplain, veteran (father, son and brother to veterans) From every branch of service, every walk of life, America’s soldiers are faced with peril and strife. Bravery and sacrifice we continually recognize, Never forget those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Memorial Day: a reminder to pay respect To those who served, freedoms to protect. On this solemn day, their legacy lives on, Honored and remembered, even after they’re gone. Let us guide our children to look up high To heroes who serve and fight, and some die. Not to those in sports or Hollywood’s fame, But those who defend our country’s name. Remember the Gold Star families still here. Show them our gratitude for losing those dear. They deserve our love, honor, and care, For their loss is beyond compare. Take a moment right now to remember and reflect Of the fallen soldiers we must never forget. Let us pay our respects to these heroes today And honor their memory in every possible way. The post Memorial Day: A Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes appeared first on Bay Life | News, Events and Community Information.   Read More

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Memorial Day: A Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes

  By Doug Stauffer, pastor, chaplain, veteran (father, son and brother to veterans) From every branch of service, every walk of life, America’s soldiers are faced with peril and strife. Bravery and sacrifice we continually recognize, Never forget those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Memorial Day: a reminder to pay respect To those who served, freedoms to protect. On this solemn day, their legacy lives on, Honored and remembered, even after they’re gone. Let us guide our children to look up high To heroes who serve and fight, and some die. Not to those in sports or Hollywood’s fame, But those who defend our country’s name. Remember the Gold Star families still here. Show them our gratitude for losing those dear. They deserve our love, honor, and care, For their loss is beyond compare. Take a moment right now to remember and reflect Of the fallen soldiers we must never forget. Let us pay our respects to these heroes today And honor their memory in every possible way. The post Memorial Day: A Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes appeared first on Bay Life | News, Events and Community Information.   Read More

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T’s Catch Seafood Market Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting in Freeport, FL

Destin native, Trent Wallace, is celebrating the opening of T’s Catch Seafood Market with a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on June 10, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Alongside Mayor of Freeport, Russ Barley, and the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce, the community is invited to enjoy food and beverage samplings, live music, face painting, balloon making, a bouncy house and several surprises. While looking to fill a niche in the quickly-growing town of Freeport, Trent discovered the need for places to eat and especially a place to buy fresh, local seafood, steamed fresh shrimp, steaks and grab-n-go items. “We live in Freeport, in Hammock Bay, and the options for dining are limited. We wanted to position ourselves so that people coming home could swing by T’s Catch and grab dinner for the whole family. The location is also perfect for visitors coming into town.” says Wallace of the area. While T’s Catch is open and stocked for business, Trent envisions even more for the market. Currently, T’s Catch offers fresh Gulf fish, shrimp and scallops, as well as prime steaks, sauces, dips, and homemade products such as crab bisque, shrimp slaw, gumbo and a key lime pie named “best in town” by many customers. Sushi is freshly rolled Tuesday through Friday and always sells out, confirming the need for grab-n-go meals. T’s Catch also offers beer and wine and is in the process of expanding the selection as the need grows. Trent hopes to see you on June... Read More

T’s Catch Seafood Market Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting in Freeport, FL

Destin native, Trent Wallace, is celebrating the opening of T’s Catch Seafood Market with a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on June 10, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Alongside Mayor of Freeport, Russ Barley, and the Walton Area Chamber of Commerce, the community is invited to enjoy food and beverage samplings, live music, face painting, balloon making, a bouncy house and several surprises. While looking to fill a niche in the quickly-growing town of Freeport, Trent discovered the need for places to eat and especially a place to buy fresh, local seafood, steamed fresh shrimp, steaks and grab-n-go items. “We live in Freeport, in Hammock Bay, and the options for dining are limited. We wanted to position ourselves so that people coming home could swing by T’s Catch and grab dinner for the whole family. The location is also perfect for visitors coming into town.” says Wallace of the area. While T’s Catch is open and stocked for business, Trent envisions even more for the market. Currently, T’s Catch offers fresh Gulf fish, shrimp and scallops, as well as prime steaks, sauces, dips, and homemade products such as crab bisque, shrimp slaw, gumbo and a key lime pie named “best in town” by many customers. Sushi is freshly rolled Tuesday through Friday and always sells out, confirming the need for grab-n-go meals. T’s Catch also offers beer and wine and is in the process of expanding the selection as the need grows. Trent hopes to see you on June... Read More

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Memorial Day: A Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes

  By Doug Stauffer, pastor, chaplain, veteran (father, son and brother to veterans) From every branch of service, every walk of life, America’s soldiers are faced with peril and strife. Bravery and sacrifice we continually recognize, Never forget those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Memorial Day: a reminder to pay respect To those who served, freedoms to protect. On this solemn day, their legacy lives on, Honored and remembered, even after they’re gone. Let us guide our children to look up high To heroes who serve and fight, and some die. Not to those in sports or Hollywood’s fame, But those who defend our country’s name. Remember the Gold Star families still here. Show them our gratitude for losing those dear. They deserve our love, honor, and care, For their loss is beyond compare. Take a moment right now to remember and reflect Of the fallen soldiers we must never forget. Let us pay our respects to these heroes today And honor their memory in every possible way. The post Memorial Day: A Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes appeared first on Bay Life | News, Events and Community Information.   Read More

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Memorial Day: A Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes

  By Doug Stauffer, pastor, chaplain, veteran (father, son and brother to veterans) From every branch of service, every walk of life, America’s soldiers are faced with peril and strife. Bravery and sacrifice we continually recognize, Never forget those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Memorial Day: a reminder to pay respect To those who served, freedoms to protect. On this solemn day, their legacy lives on, Honored and remembered, even after they’re gone. Let us guide our children to look up high To heroes who serve and fight, and some die. Not to those in sports or Hollywood’s fame, But those who defend our country’s name. Remember the Gold Star families still here. Show them our gratitude for losing those dear. They deserve our love, honor, and care, For their loss is beyond compare. Take a moment right now to remember and reflect Of the fallen soldiers we must never forget. Let us pay our respects to these heroes today And honor their memory in every possible way. The post Memorial Day: A Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes appeared first on Bay Life | News, Events and Community Information.   Read More

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Guitarist Honors Memory by Finally Recording and Releasing one of Their Cowritten Works

Heartfelt Tribute to Late Friend: In a touching homage to his late friend, songwriter, Wes Herndon, has fulfilled a poignant promise by recording and releasing a remarkable tune that he and his friend, Ken Sloan, cowrote together before his Ken’s untimely passing. The tongue in cheek blues composition serves as an example of the humor they shared in their friendship and celebrates the indomitable spirit that prevailed throughout their creative, yet short journey as friends and creators. The song, titled “Blues for a Wife”, captures the essence of their shared experiences, and showcases their mutual comedic prowess…along with some excellent guitar riffs. Combining blues, parody, and a little alcohol infused creativity, the track strikes a harmonious balance between soulful melodies, humor, and evocative lyrics, paying homage to their unique bond and the profound impact their friendship had on their artistic endeavors. Having nurtured their creative partnership over the years through a local parody/satire website, Wes and his late friend had always envisioned sharing their darkly hilarious collaborations with the world. However, the devastating diagnosis and certain economic factors interrupted their plans, leaving Wes behind with a heartfelt longing to honor their collective talent and the memory of a dear friend. Driven by a deep desire to preserve their creative legacy and fulfill their shared dream, Wes poured his heart and soul into the recording process and creating a full band arrangement of this tune, ensuring that the track captured the raw emotions and profound connection that he and Ken had... Read More

Guitarist Honors Memory by Finally Recording and Releasing one of Their Cowritten Works

Heartfelt Tribute to Late Friend: In a touching homage to his late friend, songwriter, Wes Herndon, has fulfilled a poignant promise by recording and releasing a remarkable tune that he and his friend, Ken Sloan, cowrote together before his Ken’s untimely passing. The tongue in cheek blues composition serves as an example of the humor they shared in their friendship and celebrates the indomitable spirit that prevailed throughout their creative, yet short journey as friends and creators. The song, titled “Blues for a Wife”, captures the essence of their shared experiences, and showcases their mutual comedic prowess…along with some excellent guitar riffs. Combining blues, parody, and a little alcohol infused creativity, the track strikes a harmonious balance between soulful melodies, humor, and evocative lyrics, paying homage to their unique bond and the profound impact their friendship had on their artistic endeavors. Having nurtured their creative partnership over the years through a local parody/satire website, Wes and his late friend had always envisioned sharing their darkly hilarious collaborations with the world. However, the devastating diagnosis and certain economic factors interrupted their plans, leaving Wes behind with a heartfelt longing to honor their collective talent and the memory of a dear friend. Driven by a deep desire to preserve their creative legacy and fulfill their shared dream, Wes poured his heart and soul into the recording process and creating a full band arrangement of this tune, ensuring that the track captured the raw emotions and profound connection that he and Ken had... Read More