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Under the shade of funeral canopies at historic Elmwood Cemetery, about 20 people sat down to a lunch of comfort food: ham rolls, sliced bread and butter pickles, soft cookies and iced tea.

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For Father's Day, we'd like to see how well you can capture your dad. Using a photo of him, re-create it with pencil, crayons, ink, paint - whatever medium you choose. Naturally, we're expecting to hear from kids, but we'd love to get images from children of all ages. Send the photo of your dad and your drawing of him to dailybreak@pilotonline.com or Jim Haag, The Virginian-Pilot, 150 W.

CHESAPEAKE WHEN THEIR families want to throw a party or celebrate some milestone, they turn to Rob and Linda Zaremski and the couple's backyard paradise. With its in-ground pool connected to a light show, plus a waterfall fish pond, hot tub, fire pit, surround-sound music and lush landscaping, including a tall trellis overrun with star jasmine, the Zaremskis' outdoor space is Party Central.

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Stephane (pronounced Steh-fun) Cremieux is a designer after my heart. The president and head designer of the Daniel Cremieux Co. has had a keen sense of style and appreciation for sharp dressing since he was young. He has a penchant for tailored clothing but believes in a little whimsy.

When it comes to calories, there's not much difference between a margarita and a big old cheeseburger. Feels a bit like being slapped in the face with a flip-flop, doesn't it?

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Ahhh. The sand dunes can make a magical backdrop for the wedding photos. The crashing waves can serve as the ceremony's music. And the stranger in the Speedo - whether you want him there or not - can be a colorful witness.  Local beaches provide a natural wedding venue, but getting married there takes particular planning.

The buzz is growing that 2012 might be one of the worst mosquito years ever. The first batch of mosquitoes are hatching early - up to six weeks ahead of schedule - thanks to warmer weather and early spring rain.