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Diane Bell, Hilton Head Real Estate, Bluffton

I WON'T BE THERE--THAT'S THE JANUARY 1ST POLAR BEAR PLUNGE AT COLIGNY BEACH

For the past 3 years, there's been an odd tradition taking place at Coligny Beach Park each January 1st---it seems that some folks think it's a good idea to go SWIMMING! Yes, the water is only like 55 degrees at that time of the year. What must they be thinking of?

This year's event will take place at 11AM so if you just happen to be in the Hilton Head area and feel especially brave, come on out---I WON'T BE THERE BUT IT MIGHT MAKE FOR A GOOD PHOTO SHOOT! Brr---I can feel the chill already.

STREET LIGHTS COMING TO THE BLUFFTON AND HILTON HEAD AREA? IT MUST BE A NIGHTMARE!

Goodness, the world is probably going to be coming to an end with the recent announcement that STREET LIGHTS will soon be coming to Route 278 that leads from Bluffton to Hilton Head Island.

So, what's so unusual about this? There are NO streetlights in Hilton Head and many residents aim to keep it that way for a long time. The lights that ARE planned are for Rt 278 and will be placed at major intersections to assist motorists at night off island.

The good news is that Beaufort County has mandated the use of LED lights so at least we'll be environmentally correct.

No plans for street lights on Hilton Head Island yet, but stay tuned---that could happen sometime in the next 50 years. Who know? And, that's what makes Hilton Head so unique and appealing to folks from all over the world. We've resisited the commercialism trend and how welcome that is!

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SOUTHERN LIVING MAGAZINE RANKS HILTON HEAD ISLAND HIGH IN LATEST POLL

More good news is on the horizon for Hilton Head Island! The Island Packet Newspaper reported today that Hilton Head ranked well in the recent Southern Living Magazine Reader's Choice Awards. With the lousy national economy, we're welcoming this good news---should translate into many more visitors to our beautiful island.

The areas where Hilton Head ranked well were "best beaches" and "top family destinations." Neither of these should be a surprise to anyone who visits Hilton Head. Each year, families from all over the world, flock to our island for their annual vacations.

The Reader's Choice Awards will be announced in the January issue of Southern Living Magazine.

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Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukah and Best Wishes for a Blessed Holiday Season

This sure has been a challenging year for just about every single person I've known. There have been heart-breaking stories, families losing loved ones and others losing their homes. I just wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a Blessed Holiday. My thoughts and prayers are with you this season. I hope you will find happiness and peace.

May I wish everyone a better 2009-----My sister always tells me a funny saying that I've kind of adopted over the years and I hope it doesn't offend anyone--It goes like this---WHEN IN HELL, RUN LIKE HELL! Very simple but it resonates this year. I sincerely wish my friends a healthy, prosperous and happy 2009. And since 2008 was "hell" for many, let's get moving on as quickly as possible. Live Life, don't let Life Live You!

HILTON HEAD'S ANNUAL COMMUNITY DINNER STILL ON SCHEDULE FOR CHRISTMAS DAY

Just a quick reminder that no one needs to be alone tomorrow because Hilton Head will once again have the annual Christmas Dinner. This year, unlike other years, it will be held at the Holiday Inn @ South Forest Beach Drive. The free buffet is taking place from 11 AM to 3 PM. Please, if you are alone for the holidays, take the opportunity to join some of your neighbors at this event. I would just hate for anyone to be alone with no family or friends.