Mesa County BEACON August 2018

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There’s an art to aging gracefully. Our Transitions in Aging guide has resources and advice

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Your local guide to aging well–brou

AUGUST 2018

Volume: 31 | Issue: 8

Mesa County’s Magazine for Adults 50+ with over 32,500 Readers

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Swing City Express honors local music legend Walt Smith A

By Jan Weeks t 91, local legend Walt Smith’s slender fingers flow over the piano keys, never seeking, always finding exactly where they should be to play jazz and big band standards. Smith has been making music on the Western Slope since 1956, first in Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley, later in the Grand Valley.

Smith took classical piano lessons in Denver when he was a child. Then he discovered he was really good at playing jazz. While he was still in high school, during World War II, he went to school all day and played at Eddie Ott’s Broadmoor at night.

Smith’s father had a cousin who was a musician on the west coast and told Walt, “It’s a lousy way to make a living.” Smith proved his

father wrong, going back to his first love after he graduated from CU with a degree in business.

Smith played in Aspen, notably at Golden Horn, Red Onion and Hotel Jerome, as well as other favorite hangouts. In 1961, a bad snow year took its toll on the area clubs, and in 1962, Smith moved to Denver and opened Walt Disney’s Celebrity Lounge, a private club that he operated for a year. Then he returned to the splendor of the mountains and played the Western Slope again.

Smith also spent time on the west coast, where he collaborated with Leon Uris on a stage play, “Ari,” based on Uris’s novel, “Exodus.”

Uris was the lyricist and would give Smith the first line of a song. Then Smith would compose the music.

“That’s how I’ve always written

songs,” Smith said. “I start with the first line and go from there.”

“Ari” opened in Philadelphia and set a house record for attendance in Washington, DC. Unfortunately, the New York critics panned it and it closed after 19 performances.

“Walt almost always plays single, trio or quartet, and I’ll be using a nine-piece jazz band with many custom arrangements that I’ve just finished,” said Gault.

Smith’s daughter, Leslie Newbury, said, “[My father] has built a loyal and large group of fans over the years in Grand Junction and Aspen, and has played for local business groups and senior homes for years.

He plays in the style of Art Tatum and Oscar Peterson. I can’t overstate his importance to the Western Slope.”

Smith will undoubtedly keep up with Swing City Express just fine.

To honor Smith, local bandleader Clark Gault has set up a concert and birthday bash at The Art Center, 1803 N. Seventh St., on Saturday, August 18, from 2-4 p.m.

“He has been in failing health and I felt that this might be a last chance to include him playing,” Gault added.

Tickets are $15 and are available from The Art Center, Hart Music, Roper Music, Solstice Senior Living, and The Commons of Hilltop.

The concert is sponsored by The BEACON, The Art Center and Swing City Express. A portion of the proceeds will benefit The Art Center. ■

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For the love of dogs...and cats I

EDITORIAL COLUMN

don’t understand people who don’t like pets. Personally, I can’t imagine life without them.

and now we’re looking to add another.

I didn’t have pets growing up because my grandmother liked a spotless house. It’s not that she didn’t like pets—surely it’s because she had enough messes to clean with my parents and three kids living with her under one roof.

Skye If you’re in the same position, please know that there are already so many pets out there that need love and that have a whole lot of love to give. Please spay and neuter, and consider adopting from rescues and shelters. (And if you know of any reputable corgi rescues, give me a ring!)

I was a teenager before my family got our first dog—a chow/shepherd mix named Whisper. She was a great dog and I loved her dearly. I also had a few cats.

Then over six years ago, my boyfriend, Sam, surprised me when he brought Skye home from Roice-Hurst Humane Society. I fell in love instantly. For the first time in my life, she wasn’t my parents’ dog or my sisters’ dog—she was my dog (well, Sam’s, too). And no pet deposit, vet bill or anything else was going to keep me from loving and taking care of her.

Gosh, it’s great to have a dog;

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TRANSITIONS IN AGING

Inside this month’s issue of the BEACON, you’ll find “Transitions in Aging,” our yearly guide to aging well. The aging journey comes with some major decisions, from retirement planning to finding a home that’s just the right fit. We’re here to help you sort through confusing and expensive options in this special section.

WE LOVE (Y)OUR PETS!

Thanks to all who submitted pet photos for this month’s BEACON. See if your pet made their BEACON debut on page 9.

The BEACON is published at the beginning of the month. Our goal is to inform and inspire the 50+ community in Mesa, Delta and Montrose counties.

Publication of advertising does not necessarily constitute endorsement. Columns are opinions of the writers, not necessarily the opinion of the publisher.

Display advertising rates are available upon request.

Deadline for advertising and announcements is the 20th of the month preceding publication. © Copyright 2018 • All Rights Reserved

Cloie Sandlin, Managing Editor

IN THIS ISSUE...

Cover Photo: Shauna and Larry Copley fell in love with greyhounds unexpectedly. Now they’re raising Honey, their fourth rescued greyhound.

Photo by Melissa Trottier.

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Those puppy dog eyes Science explains why we’re such suckers for these furry creatures Chautauqua: The Great War World War I comes to life on the Avalon stage Dances in the desert Grand Valley dance halls fulfilled the community’s desire to be part of the Roaring ’20s

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Five Star Senior Living Mantey Heights and La Villa Grande provide a warm, inviting environment for seniors Senior laps for senior cats Wanted: Seniors to welcome senior cats into their laps and lives Senior Day at the Fair Look back at these great moments from the Fair

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COVER STORY › Larry and Shauna Copley fell in love with greyhounds when one randomly showed up at their door.

Now they’ve committed to giving these race dogs a good life after they retire from the track. left outside, and he wasn’t neutered, so they think he might have been used for illegal breeding,” Shauna said.

From a tattoo inside his ear, the rescue learned about the dog’s pedigree and his name—Iza Bobaloo (thus the nickname “Bob”). He was a well-known racer that was recently retired from the circuit on the Front Range in Denver, Colorado Springs, Pueblo and Fort Collins.

Who rescued who?

By Cloie Sandlin ave you ever experienced those moments where something good happens at just the right time in your life?

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That’s how Shauna Copley felt shortly after Bob showed up in her driveway.

“My husband, Larry, and I came home from a trip and this black dog comes up and sticks his face right in my car window,” she said.

Shauna had never seen anything like this odd-looking dog—with its lean and muscular frame, narrow face and long, scraggly black hair.

Laughing at the memory, she said, “I thought to myself, ‘Is that a skinny lab?’”

The dog had no ID tags, so Shauna leashed him up and walked him around the neighborhood to see if anyone claimed him. That’s when a neighbor told her she had a greyhound.

› Top left: Honey and her Canine Good Citizenship Certification Left: Honey loves people, especially Shauna’s mother, Bonnie.

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It wasn’t too surprising that a greyhound made its way into the Copleys’ neighborhood, being that they lived just a few miles from the dog-racing track in Pueblo—but if this was a race dog, why was he running loose in the first place?

After calling the local pound and getting the information for a nearby rescue, the Copleys kept the dog overnight.

“I didn’t know anything about him, but we took him in the house and put him in the garage,” Shauna said, “and then we heard howling all night.”

She let him inside, and they all slept peacefully.

The Copleys released him to the rescue, and later insisted that if nobody claimed him, they wanted to adopt him.

“They had him for two weeks—and my husband’s not a dog person— but Larry says, ‘I want that dog if nobody adopts it.”

Then one day the phone rang—it was the rescue telling the Copleys they could keep him.

“They told us the reason he had long hair was because he’d been

Not only was Bob the first in a line of greyhounds the Copleys adopted over the years, but he also gave them their first glimpse into the past and present lives of retired racing dogs.

A ROUGH START

Most greyhounds begin their racing careers on “farms.” They’re sorted during each stage of training to determine whether or not they will race. Some dogs, like the Copleys’ current dog, Honey, a runt, are likely eliminated from racing at the very beginning.

Racing dogs have a routine—spending most of their days in a kennel and getting out a few times a day to run and exercise, then racing every three days year-round for five or six years.

“When you’re getting a dog off the track, you’re getting a 6-year-old dog that’s never been socialized.

All it’s done is run the circuit for six years,” Shauna said.

The Copleys had to teach their second dog, Kid’s brigham (“Briggs”)—another retired racer—how to get in and out of the car.

“Dogs need introduced to things like cars rides, stairs and windows,” she said.

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Though she never raced, their dog Angie took the most patience.

The Copleys adopted 1 1/2-yearold Angie from the prison system, where inmates at Crowley County Correctional in Olney Springs worked with greyhounds to help socialize them.

“She never raced, but she went from a greyhound farm, which was quiet and had other dogs, to the prison [program], where she was for six weeks,” Shauna said.

“She came out traumatized—she was very noise sensitive. It took me hours to walk her around the house.”

LIFE AFTER THE TRACK

The Copleys adopted all of their greyhounds from rescues that match retired racers and farm dogs with their forever homes. “[The dogs] have had a really rough life,” Shauna said. “If we could adopt a zillion of them, we would, because we know they’re seen as disposable.”

Shauna has read articles and watched videos about dogs, where once they retire from

the track, they’re shot, let loose in the desert or put to sleep because their owners no longer have use for them.

“The more money the dogs make, the better treatment they get. It’s all for the money—that’s what bothers me,” she said. “If they don’t make money, they’re gone.”

It’s a sad reality, but it’s not just true for retired racers. Even farm dogs that don’t race are eliminated because the breeder doesn’t want to deal with rescues or adoptions.

“Some dogs can have 13 or 14 puppies, and you know not all those dogs are going to be racing, so you have a bunch of dogs you have to find homes for,” Shauna said.

Most rescues will start the process of socializing dogs at a facility or place them in foster homes until they’re ready to be adopted. The rescue staff reviews applications and will match you with a dog they hope will be perfect for you.

“If you take the dog home and it doesn’t adjust, they want you to take it back,” Shauna said. “They’ll work with you until you find one that works for you.”

But no matter the behaviors, the Copleys have never given up on a dog.

“It takes patience and often a good year for them to feel like they’re part of your home,” Shauna said.

While she doesn’t care much for the racing industry or the treatment some dogs receive, Shauna said watching them run is beautiful.

THE GREYHOUND GAZE

Whether he knew it or not, Bob couldn’t have picked a better time to walk into the Copleys’ lives.

“I was going through some very personal struggles at the time— high-stress stuff,” Shauna said, “and when we got Bob, he was just there all the time. I would pet him and my stress level went down.”

Today, Shauna has a sign on her mantel that reads, “Who Rescued Who?” “That is such a true statement,” she said, noting that although she’s had a lot of different breeds in her life, greyhounds have a special intuition and way of comforting people.

This level of connection can be seen in the “greyhound gaze,” which Larry can only describe as a mesmerizing look that “just makes you melt.”

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Though they’ve all had different personalities, each dog has profoundly impacted Larry and Shauna.

“Out of all four dogs, we think God gave [Honey] to us just to laugh,” Shauna said. “She’s so comical.”

Honey has gone through obedience training and received her K9 Good Citizenship award. Shauna hopes she’ll become a therapy dog someday—after all, she’s great with Bonnie, Shauna’s 90-year-old mother who lives with them.

DO YOUR RESEARCH

The Copleys have learned a lot about greyhounds over the years, and they encourage others to do their research on the rewards and challenges before welcoming one into their home.

“They’re fascinating and beautiful dogs but you have to be aware of what you’re getting into,” said Shauna, “and you can’t be frustrated with the dog because it doesn’t understand.”

But raising and training a greyhound is reciprocated with love, which the Copleys say is well worth the effort.

“I know everyone thinks the dog they have or the breed they have is special,” Shauna said. “But when I run into another greyhound owner, we smile at each other because we both know the hidden secrets of sharing your life with a greyhound.” ■

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Finding a pet to fit your Senior Homecare by Angels lifestyle: Plan ahead to reap the rewards of a loving pet

By Kimberly Blaker

Every year thousands of pets are turned over to animal shelters because they weren’t good fits for their owners. Oftentimes, families discover they brought home a biter, barker, scratcher, digger or jumper and don’t have the time or means to work with them. When pets are given away, the pets and their owners all suffer.

Who will care for them when you can’t?

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o before selecting your pet— any pet—do your homework.

With a little preplanning, you can find the pet that most closely fits yours or gift recipient’s lifestyle.

yard can be the last straw for many dog owners. The following breeds tend to be diggers: fox terriers, Norwich terriers, and petit basset Griffon Vendeen.

VARIETY OF DOGS, VARIETY OF NUISANCES

While it may sound painless, grooming can sometimes be overwhelming. In addition to keeping claws trimmed and an occasional bath, some dogs require lengthy daily brushing to remove tangles or trapped fur in double coats. Highmaintenance breeds include the American Eskimo, cocker spaniel, collie, great Pyrenees, Lhasa Apso, old English sheepdog, poodle, schnauzer and terriers.

A playful, energetic puppy can make a great playmate. But as your puppy grows, that hyperactivity can become overwhelming. High-strung dogs often jump on people and tear through the house, and some tend to maintain that high energy level well into their adult life. Such breeds include Airedale terriers, boxers, Brittanys, cocker spaniels, Dalmatians, golden retrievers, Irish setters, Jack Russell terriers, Labrador retrievers, pointers and schnauzers. Some of these energetic dogs work well for people who are active and can give their dog the exercise and stimulation they need.

More dominant breeds, such as akitas, pit bulls, bulldogs, chow chows, German shepherds, Rottweilers and Doberman pinschers, should be chosen with the understanding that they may require strong leadership.

Some nuisances are more common in particular breeds of dogs. A barking dog helps protect against intruders, but excessive barking can become a problem. Some dog breeds known for their barking include the Alaskan malamute, American water spaniel, basset hound, Finnish spitz, terriers, great Pyrenees and miniature schnauzer.

Dogs dig to bury a bone, to escape from a fenced yard, to keep cool, or because they’re bored. A torn-up

Many unforeseen problems can be avoided by finding a dog that’ll be easy to handle. Calm, gentle dogs are important for families with small children or visiting grandchildren. Keep in mind that size alone doesn’t dictate these traits.

There are many other traits to consider when choosing a dog.

Before bringing one home, do your research about the breed that interests you to determine if it will fit your family’s lifestyle.

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SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Safety. Pets can be aggressive for reasons that range from poor breeding, physical abuse and even disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that 800,000 people, mostly children, are bitten annually, severely enough to require medical attention. Infants and small children shouldn’t be left alone with a dog.

It may be difficult to picture your lovable Fido as capable of hurting a child, but even the gentlest dogs have been known to bite.

Little kids sometimes get too close to an animal while it’s eating or chewing a bone, or startle it while it’s sleeping.

Sometimes, small children hang on pets, pull their tails, or threaten a pet’s safety. This can lead to injury to either your pet or a child.

In addition, dogs view their family as part of their packs. A properly trained dog should view adults and older children as alpha (top dog).

But a dog isn’t likely to view a small child in this light and may wield its authority when no one’s around.

Weigh the costs. Besides the obvious costs of purchasing pet food and annual vaccinations, other expenses include licensing, monthly heartworm pills, chew toys, fencing, training, unexpected veterinary care, grooming, kenneling and more.

Allergies. If someone in your household has bad allergies or asthma, check with your doctor before bringing any furred, feathered or finned pet into your home.

Consider your living situation.

The size of dog you choose is important to both your dog’s well being and to maintaining your sanity.

High-energy and medium to large breeds generally need large areas to romp. If you live in a small space, planning regular walks for these dogs may not be sufficient. You’ll tire long before your dog. Also, there will be occasions when you

just won’t be able to accommodate your dog’s need to exercise.

Timing. Finally, the holiday season may not be the best time of year to bring home a new puppy or kitten. People are generally too busy during the holidays to give a new pet the attention it needs. Choose a season when you’ll be able to spend plenty of time with your pet as it adjusts to its new home.

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WHERE TO FIND YOUR PERFECT PET You can find your new pet at the pet store, breeders or from forsale ads online and in your local classifieds, but giving a home to a pet that might otherwise be put to sleep or caged indefinitely and not contributing to the overpopulation of dogs and cats are good reasons to go the route of adopting from a humane society or animal shelter.

You’ll often find mixed breeds through these methods. Mixed breeds are less likely to inherit the diseases and disabilities that are often common in pure breeds. Keep in mind though, sometimes these pets are strays or weren’t properly cared for by their original owner.

A dog or cat that was abused by its previous owner could also pose risks. Ask the animal shelter what is known about the animal’s history.

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Taking home a puppy whose history is known and hasn’t been exposed to a poor environment is a plus, but some breeders are only interested in profits and have little knowledge or concern for good breeding and proper care of pups. This can lead to dogs with poor temperaments, genetic disorders or disease. Only adopt from reputable breeders.

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Finally, keep in mind that puppies and kittens shouldn’t be removed from their litter before six weeks of age, and preferably eight. ■

Can’t get enough of these cute pets?

Nugget and Noodle are proud mountain dogs and like adventuring with their owners, Gene and Deb Reimann.

More photos from BEACON readers (and staff) at www.BeaconSeniorNews.com

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ASK THE OLD BAG

The story behind the Old Bag Dear Old Bag: You write a column with wisdom balanced by levity.

Why perpetuate such a silly outdated term used to denigrate older women? “Old Bag” is much like “Old Fart” for men. Do these titles appeal and are they even humorous in our current culture when we are trying to uplift women of all ages?

Dear DB: I’ve received many letters and comments like yours from other women regarding the name of my column. Just a few years ago, I polled my readers and told them I would change the name if the majority called for it to be changed. I also asked those who wanted it changed to suggest a new name. Readers voted to keep “The Old Bag,” so I still honor this decision today. The name comes from an experience I had years ago when I worked in a retirement community in Arizona. While I waited for the elevator one day, I overheard three ladies talking nearby. One said, “Who is that lady?” Another one answered, “I don’t know, but she sure looks like an old bag.” I looked around and saw no other person. I realized they were talking about me! I took the elevator to the first floor, went into the restroom and looked at myself in the mirror—I did look like an old bag! Then I smiled, and I did not look like an old bag anymore. I said to myself, “You are going to have to smile more, you old bag.” I relate this story for two reasons. First, hearing myself called an old bag was a real growth experience. And second, I believe we are getting carried away with political correctness. It’s okay to make light of ourselves. I can call myself an old bag, however, I would never call another woman that! OB Dear Old Bag: I heard you joined a dating site, and I figured if you could do it, so could I. My first experience was not good. This woman’s profile said she had a “few extra pounds,” which was a huge understatement. She must have weighed at least 300 pounds and was at least six feet tall! She could have been the center for the Green Bay Packers! My second experience was much better and we’re currently dating. Please tell your readers to be honest.

Signed, BB

You’ve decided to sell: 5 questions to ask yourself 1. What are your objectives?

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Why give me a shot?

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3. What do you like best about your home?

Why did you buy it? This helps your agent in marketing your home.

4. Are you planning a lifestyle change?

Are you downsizing? Is it hard to imagine parting with items that hold memories?

Dear Disgusted: Certain doctors get called away for emergencies or to deliver a baby, or even for personal reasons. But with a wait like that, the office person should tell you and give you the option of coming back for another appointment. I had a lawyer friend who waited two hours and sent the doctor a bill for the two hours at his going rate, which was $150 an hour. Surprisingly, the doctor paid!

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Dear BB: Thanks for writing. I cannot help but wonder how many beautiful women or men were overlooked because they were heavy.

I will know we have arrived when we can look at the heart of another instead of size, color, etc. OB Dear Old Bag: Why is it that at some doctors’ offices you have to wait for up to two hours to be seen? The other day I had to take time off work to go to the doctor. My time is valuable, too! Signed, Disgusted

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Learning CPR saves lives

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reader wrote in about how he saw a woman save a man’s life by performing CPR when he fell unconscious on the sidewalk. This experience prompted the reader to sign up for a CPR course, which he highly recommended.

Not sure learning CPR is worth your time? Here’s a troubling fact: About 80 percent of cardiac arrests happen at home near family members who often don’t know CPR. CPR, which stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation, employs chest compression and mouth-to-mouth breathing to treat cardiac arrest, heart attack, drowning and electrocution. CPR can keep some blood flowing to the brain and heart during an emergency.

Maintaining blood flow can prevent brain injury and save a life. The

brain suffers irreparable damage in just a few minutes if it doesn’t get oxygenated blood. An unaided victim of cardiac arrest will die in five to 10 minutes.

There are CPR training programs available. Contact your local hospital or visit the websites of the American Heart Association at www.americanheart.org or American Red Cross at www.redcross.org to find a list of classes and instructors in your area.

There is no substitute for taking a course from a trained instructor, but it’s also helpful to understand the basics of CPR. The University

of Washington School of Medicine offers a free public service that explains CPR with illustrated guides and online videos. The following is from one of these guides: Call. Check the victim for unresponsiveness. If the person is not responsive and not breathing or not breathing normally, call 911 and return to the victim. In most locations, the emergency dispatcher can assist you with CPR instruction.

Pump. If the victim is still not breathing normally, coughing or moving, begin chest compressions.

Push down in the center of the chest two inches 30 times. Pump hard and fast at the rate of at least 100 per minute—faster than once per second.

Low. Tilt the head back and lift the chin. Pinch nose and cover the mouth with yours and blow until you see the chest rise. Give two breaths. Each breath should take one second.

Continue with 30 pumps and two breaths until help arrives. Please note this ratio is the same for one-person and two-person CPR. In two-person CPR, the person pumping the chest stops while the other gives mouth-to-mouth breathing.

There is also a hands-only version of CPR. You can learn this at www.redcross.org/prepare/ hands-only-cpr ■

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loe vera made the headlines recently when actress Drew Barrymore dabbed some on a facial sore and it instantly took out the redness. It was in the news again when Proposition 65 regulations in California called out a known carcinogen in aloe vera called aloin. But don’t worry—aloe will never get banned.

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Plants of aloe give us two very different substances of medicinal value— gel and latex. The gel is the clear part that comes from the center of the leaf. It looks like jelly and it’s what you put on the skin for cuts and minor burns. The aloe latex is visible just beneath the plant’s outer skin. It’s yellow in color and it has a laxative effect on the body.

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9. Succulent facial. Do you want softer skin and more radiance without spending a fortune on fancy creams? Apply the gel to your cheeks and forehead, and rest for 15 minutes. Rinse and pat dry.

10. Soothe a sunburn. Snap off a stalk from your aloe plant and apply the clear gel onto the sunburned area for a natural cooling balm. It helps with redness and inflammation.

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Protect your pet from heatstroke

By Kimberly Blaker

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, hundreds of pets die each year as a result of being left in parked cars. This often occurs when pet owners make a stop with the intent of only being gone a few minutes. But getting sidetracked or delayed can happen to anyone—waiting in a long line, running into someone and getting tied up in a conversation, or any number of scenarios.

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t also takes only a few minutes for a car to heat up to dangerous temperatures.

Many pet owners believe a car can’t get too hot for their pet with the windows cracked open or on a cloudy day. Sadly, these notions have resulted in countless pet emergencies and deaths.

CAR INTERIORS HEAT UP QUICKLY

Studies have found that within 10 minutes, car interiors can heat up by nearly 20 degrees. The more time that lapses, the hotter a car gets. At 60 minutes, the car cabin temperature can increase by 45 degrees.

Even a 50- or 60-degree day can have temperature increases with similar increments. For many dog breeds, particularly those with thick or long hair or short snouts, a car can still heat up enough to cause

hyperthermia or heat stroke.

Even for those pet owners who would never leave their pet in the car on a warm day, there’s still potential for danger. There have been many cases where a pet owner has unintentionally left a peacefully sleeping pet in the back of the car. To prevent such an incident, always place your pet’s leash on top of your purse or in a conspicuous place so when you get out of the car, you’re reminded it’s in the vehicle.

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Dogs are also particularly prone to heat exhaustion or heatstroke when they’re overexercised, especially during hot weather or even on mild, sunny days. Always monitor your dog’s behavior. If it begins to pant or drool or wants to stop, don’t push it. Give your dog the rest and shade it needs.

SIGNS OF HEATSTROKE

The signs of heatstroke, or hyperthermia, are similar in both dogs and cats. Any one or more symptoms can be a sign your pet is in distress. The result, if not caught and treated quickly, could be coma or death. Symptoms include panting, excessive drooling, pale gums, bright red tongue, difficulty breathing, increased heart rate, irregular heartbeat, little to no urination, vomiting, fever, no heartbeat or breathing, muscle tremors, seizures and shock.

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR PET OVERHEATS

If your pet is experiencing heat exhaustion or shows signs of heatstroke or hyperthermia, get your pet out of the heat and sun immediately, moving them to shade or air conditioning. For a dog, you can use a hose or put them in a tub of tepid, but not cold water. Since most cats

hate baths, try just dipping your cat’s feet in a sink of tepid water.

You can also wet a towel and rub your cat or dog down, concentrating on the head, neck and underside of the legs. Although it might sound helpful to feed your pet ice or icy cold water, it’s dangerous to cool down an overheated animal in this manner.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SEE A PET LEFT IN A HOT CAR In the U.S., there are 13 states with laws about pets being left in vehicles. The laws vary by state, and pet owners should be aware of their state’s laws or any state they may be traveling to.

Even in states where laws are not in place, good Samaritans can take action to protect or save the life of an animal left in a hot vehicle. If you see a pet left in a parked car in temperatures that could easily escalate inside the cabin, or if an animal shows signs of distress, call 911. Also, you can go into the store where the car is parked and ask that the owner of the vehicle be paged. ■

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By Carrie Luger Slayback ur coach Steve stood at the center of our seniors’ running group, giving strict instructions to each of us. An exacting engineer on weekdays, Steve becomes a running statistician on weekends, figuring out personalized workouts for each marathon hopeful. When he came to me, he skipped the pace and distance directives.

“You, Carrie,” he bellowed. “Do not stop to talk to every dog!”

I did, and I still do. But not every dog—not those goal-oriented working dogs with their muzzle forward and eyes fixed. I go up to the friendly Fidos who signal me with welcoming eyes and wagging tails. I stop and pet them, and talk to their owners and hear their stories. I’m lost in those moments of sheer joy.

Now I understand why. My drug of choice is oxytocin, released by puppy-dog eyes.

“Frontiers of Psychology,” published by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), explores human-animal interaction and delivers convincing evidence as to why I’m such a sucker for these furry creatures.

Oxytocin, sometimes called “the love hormone,” is responsible for relationships and bonding. It’s present in childbirth and in the strong physical and emotional attachment to an animal.

Dogs are particularly suited to be human love objects. The dog understands the role of family from his wolf antecedents. The canid pack works together for survival with well-defined roles of alpha hunter, parent, second in command and babysitter. When part of a human family, dogs observe repeated human patterns of behavior and respond with what we interpret as cognition. They recognize members of their human pack and many take

the role of protector.

Besides being particularly suited to register loyalty and acceptance, dogs depend upon us for shelter, food and water. It’s no wonder that our hormonal response is akin to parenthood. And now we know the bond is reciprocal. Studies show that dogs respond to human eye contact with a spike in oxytocin.

Hormonally, it might be said that we really do love each other.

Here are some of the oxytocin benefits derived from living with your pooch.

• Stress relief occurs; anxiety and depression decreases • Elevated empathy, improved trust toward others, reduced aggression • Protective effect on cardiovascular risk, lowering blood pressure • Enhanced pain management • Fewer sleep problems, fewer doctor visits, less work time missed

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• Social and health benefits to all people, but especially to those living without children or partners • Improved learning ability • Eye contact, plus tactile experience, increases positive effects • Long-term relationship with one dog increases positive effects • Increased function of the nervous system controlling the gastrointestinal tract and leading to “enhanced digestive function, growth and restoration.”

What more can you ask for? Get a dog, or at least stop and pet your neighbor’s.

I still stop for dogs. It’s not a break from my workout. Secretly, I do not want to hurt the dog’s feelings by ignoring a greeting. I won’t apologize to my coach. I need dogs. Dogs need me. We share a happy hormonal symbiosis. ■

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Chautauqua brings the Great War to the stage

By Jan Weeks he Great War. The War to End All Wars. Whatever name it carries, for some it is just a chapter in a history book and only historians and veterans of other wars know how terrible it truly was.

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This year marks the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I. Though the official end didn’t come until June 1919, Germany called for an armistice, which took place on November 11 at 11 a.m. in 1918. We now memorialize Armistice Day as Veterans Day. On August 17-18, the Museums of Western Colorado and Two Rivers Chautauqua will present two different performances at the Avalon Theatre. On Friday evening, George Frein will portray Erich Maria Remarque, a German soldier who later recounted his experiences in his masterful novel, “All Quiet on the Western Front.” The 85-year-old Frein, who lives in Ft. Worth, Texas, has been involved in Chautauqua since 1986.

“I’ve portrayed Lincoln, Mark Twain and Dr. Seuss,” he said.

Sally Ann Drucker, another longtime Chautauquan, will bring Emma Goldman to life. “Red Emma” emigrated from Russia to the U.S. in 1885 and was an anarchist who advocated violence to overthrow the oppression of workers. Her actions reportedly inspired Leon Czolgosz to assassinate President William McKinley.

“I like working with women who were controversial figures during their time periods; many of Emma’s ideas are relevant today, such as freedom of speech and women’s reproductive rights,” Drucker said.

“In this Chautauqua, [Goldman will] discuss being jailed for her anti-draft activities. She saw the state as having no right to force an individual into slave labor, which is how she saw military conscription. I hope that people will be inspired by

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her to take a stand on the issues in which they believe.”

On Saturday, Ronald Edgerton will portray General John “Black Jack” Pershing, who served as the commander of the American expeditionary forces on the Western Front. Pershing and his troops acted as an independent army, and their actions turned the tide in favor of the Allies.

Not all the action took place in Europe. The Legendary Ladies, a group based in Denver, will bring several Colorado women to life.

Joyce Nelson portrays Dr. Susan Anderson, a physician who treated patients in Fraser, most notably during the Spanish flu epidemic in 1918.

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at the Avalon Theatre. Doors open as 6 p.m. and performances begin at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $6 per night and tickets are available at the Avalon’s box office or at www. monumentaltix.com

“For 50 years, she persevered in spite of intense prejudice against female doctors,” said Nelson about Anderson. “She was also eccentric.

She hated to cook and dropped in to various homes at meal times.

Since she rarely got paid, she considered it a way to get reimbursed.”

Anderson was Nelson’s first character.

“In 1998, our director requested I research and write about Dr. Anderson. I seized the opportunity,” she said. “Two years ago, I re-wrote this script, using additional resources and emphasized the years around the Great War.” Linda Gleichmann portrays Emily Griffith, who founded the Opportunity School in Denver. She believed everyone had a right to an education.

“I was a teacher and Emily was a teacher,” Gleichmann said. “We had much in common. I was interested in how she started something by herself during a time when it was not easy for women to succeed in innovation.”

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While the venue is new, the format for all the performances is the same. Each character or group will present a 30- to 45-minute monologue about his or her experiences, then will answer questions posed to the character from the audience.

After that, the actor will step out of the role and answer personal questions.

To get the most out of the experience, plan to attend both nights, as different characters appear on separate nights. “World War I: The War to End All Wars” will be performed

WHAT IS CHAUTAUQUA?

Named for Lake Chautauqua in New York state, this popular form of real-life theatre began almost 150 years ago.

Historians and teachers began to study historical characters in depth and to “become” the characters.

According to George Frein, a former professor and long-time actor, Chautauqua was a way to bring history alive for rural populations with limited access to education. ■

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“Unfortunately, many people see animals as if they were non-living objects,” Dolan-Del Vecchio said.

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This makes sense when you consider the role our animal companions play in our everyday lives. You cared for your pet’s every need and though they couldn’t speak, you learned to communicate in other ways. Such caring builds intimacy similar to that found between a parent and their infant; love without conflict, jealousy or any of the other complications found in most relationships. So when a pet dies, the depth of your grief reflects your loss of a special relationship.

“When we lose a pet, we lose a relationship unlike any other,” said Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio, a family therapist in Massachusetts and author of “The Pet Loss Companion: Healing Advice From Family Therapists Who Lead Pet Loss Groups.” “Many of us love our pets the way we love our children. But in the immediate aftermath of this unique loss, too often family members and friends say things like, ‘Just get another one.’ Instead of devaluing your grief over the loss of this important relationship, as others may advise, embrace your sorrow. Your grief is important, for it will lead you to healing and teach you important things about what matters most in life.”

Dolan-Del Vecchio offered these tips for those grieving the loss of a pet: • Share your grief with empathetic friends. Spend time with people who understand your closeness with your pet. Even some friends may be insensitive,

• Attend a pet loss support group. Pet loss groups provide a concentrated dose of social support. Meeting with others who also grieve and share similar emotions can boost one’s healing greatly.

• Keep moving. Exercise is a healer. It boosts feelings of wellbeing and calm, improves sleep and brightens your mood.

• Be creative. Whether you lean toward writing, scrapbooking, ceramics, photography or making collages, creative projects may contribute to healing.

• Spend time in nature. Nothing quiets the mind and soul like a stroll through a park, nature preserve or by the seashore.

“The natural world brings special benefits when your heart has been torn by grief,” said Dolan-Del Vecchio. “The sights, sounds and smells of nature connect us to eternal, circular stories of life and death in ways that go beyond our usual thoughts and feelings, and this experience brings solace to many people.”

“It’s important to care for yourself when you’re grieving your pet,” Dolan-Del Vecchio said. “This requires some planning and acts of will, as grief can diminish energy and motivation. You can lessen your distress through self-care. Above all else, be gentle with yourself.” ■

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An 80-year-old man is having his annual checkup. The doctor asks him how he’s feeling.

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“I’ve never been better!” he replies.

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The doctor considers this for a moment, and then he says, “Well, let me tell you a story. I know a guy who’s an avid hunter. He never misses a season. But one day he’s in a bit of a hurry and he accidentally grabs his umbrella instead of his gun.

So he’s in the woods and suddenly a grizzly bear appears in front of him!

He raises his umbrella, points it at the bear and squeezes the handle.

The bear drops dead in front of him from a bullet wound in its chest.”

“That’s impossible! Someone else

PEOPLE ARE STRANGE I think it was Mark Twain who said, “People are strange. More so once you cross the border into California.”

As if to prove his point, California has some strange laws. The other day the cops arrested a man on the beach for “reverse streaking.” Apparently, he had run through a nudist colony fully clothed.

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John was a clerk in a small pharmacy, but he wasn’t much of a salesman.

He could never find the item the customer wanted. Peter, the owner, had

had about enough and warned John that the next sale he missed would be his last.

Just then, a man came in coughing and asked John for their best cough syrup. Try as he might, John couldn’t find it.

Remembering Peter’s warning, he sold the man a box of laxative pills and told him to take them all at once.

The customer did as John instructed and then walked outside and leaned against a lamppost.

Peter, who’d seen the whole thing, went over to ask John what happened.

“He wanted something for his cough but I couldn’t find the cough syrup.

So I substituted laxatives and told him to take them all at once,” John said.

“Laxatives won’t cure a cough,” Peter shouted angrily.

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“Sure they will,” John said pointing at the man leaning on the lamppost.

“Look at him! He’s afraid to cough.”

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Mummy Bear puts her head through the serving hatch from the kitchen and yells, “For Pete’s sake, how many times do we have to go through this? It was Mummy Bear who got up first. It was Mummy Bear who woke everybody else in the house up. It was Mummy bear who unloaded the dishwasher from last night and put everything away. It was Mummy Bear who went out into the cold early morning air to fetch the newspaper.

It was Mummy Bear who set the table. It was Mummy Bear who put the cat out, cleaned the litter box and filled the cat’s water and food dish. And now that you’ve decided to come downstairs and grace me with your presence, listen good, because I’m only going to say this one more time. I haven’t made the bloody porridge yet!”

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Submitted by Karen Docia A couple of Aussies who were out of work were strolling past a shoe shop when they spotted a pair of crocodile skin shoes in the window.

“Stu!” one of the blokes exclaimed.

“Will you look at the price of them? I tell you what, mate, there’s money to be made in that business, no mistake.”

So they decided to go up north and shoot a few crocs.

They had it really rough for a whole week, wading through the mangrove swamps and being eaten alive by mossies and leeches. But they bagged quite a few crocs.

By the week’s end they had run out of ammo, but they kept at it, taking on the crocs by hand.

Come Saturday morning, they were both in a terrible state.

After one particularly vicious battle with a big old croc, one of the blokes had just about had enough.

“This is no good,” he told his mate.

“If the next one’s not wearing shoes, I’m going home!”

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in a dehydrator. I love cooking with dried peppers during the winter. It’s so easy to use dried chili flakes as a garnish or add dried sweet peppers to a soup.

Western Slope farmers spoil us with mouth-watering stone fruits like peaches, apricots and cherries.

We sure know what a great peach tastes like. Preserve these bits of heaven by drying sliced fruits in a dehydrator.

I also love dehydrating sliced cherry tomatoes, then rehydrating them in a jar of apple cider vinegar to enjoy all throughout the year. It’s a condiment that tastes perfect in so many dishes.

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Dances in the desert:

Relive the heyday of dance halls in the Grand Valley

By Eileen O’Toole

“We built a dance pavilion in our backyard,” William Coulson wrote in a letter to a faraway relative on December 23, 1925.

At the time, dance halls were a prominent source of entertainment in the Grand Valley, fulfilling many people’s desires to be part of the Roaring ’20s despite Prohibition.

Radios were rare, expensive and required electricity, so dance halls granted many people with opportunity to immerse themselves in music and dance.

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Tuesdays & Fridays - The Moose Lodge in Grand Junction is hoppin’ every Friday night from 7:30-10 p.m. and Tuesdays at 7 p.m., but you have to be a member to dance there. Call 2434754 for more information.

Thursdays - Enjoy live music and dancing at the Senior Recreation Center, 550 Ouray Ave., from 8-10 p.m. Admission is $3.

Saturday, August 25 - Monthly contra dances are held at the Margery Building Ballroom, 523 ½ Main St. in Grand Junction.

The next dance is Saturday, August 25. There’s a workshop for new dancers from 7-7:30 p.m. and dancing continues from 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Cost is $8 for adults. For more information, visit www.fifthreelmusicanddance. com or call 260-5852.

Thursday thru Saturday Dance to country-western at Central Station, 2993 North Ave. in Grand Junction. For more information, call 628-4530.

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Dances were often hosted at small community centers like Fairmont Hall or the LaCourt Hotel Green Room, as many dancers were restricted by memberships to clubs and fraternal orders, such as the Grand Junction Country Club and the Elks.

Coulson and his wife, Grace, entertained residents at their Orchard Mesa home with dances two nights a week on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Built in 1924 and located at 2799 C Road, the Orchard Mesa Pavilion, as it came to be known, sported a 32-by-58-foot maple dance floor that carpenter John Lehman arranged in a circular pattern to allow dancers to follow the woodgrain. There was an entry lobby on the north and west side, and a musician’s stand offset with a piano on the south side next to a large kitchen/concession stand.

Many outlying areas of the Grand Valley didn’t have electricity, so wood or coal stoves and kerosene lamps were often the sources of heat and light. Bathroom facilities were outhouses. The Orchard Mesa Pavilion had two heating stoves in the lobby and a large kitchen range that afforded heat from the other side. Coleman lamps illuminated the hall in the lobby and around the dance floor. Local boys would go around seeking dead trees that they’d cut up and deliver to the dance hall in exchange for admission, which was 10 cents per dance, 25 cents for three dances or $1 for the evening.

Dancers could get soda pop, candy bars, peanuts, ice cream bars and gum for 5 cents each, and cigarettes for 15 cents a pack. Drinking wasn’t allowed, although that didn’t stop those who brought their own

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and frequently ducked out to their cars to take a swig.

Five-piece bands were the usual, made up of drums, saxophone, piano (provided by the Coulsons), violin and accordion. They hired local musicians like Armand deBeque and his wife, Ruby; the Hap Harris family; and Monte Taylor with his mother playing piano.

Soon the Mile-a-Way and Copeco ballrooms entered the market, as well as the Prohibition speakeasies people whispered about. Like the Pavilion, the Mile-a-Way was built as a dance hall near the intersection of 25 and F Roads (now Patterson Road). The Copeco, however, began as one of the major fruit farms in the valley with the ambition of becoming an industrial-sized operation. It originated with the name Copeco—the Colorado Pear and Orchard Company—but failed to earn what it had promised.

The company made use of its large two-story barn near 23 and J Roads and the wonderful hardwood floor on the second level. This level became the ballroom, and most people never minded the animals on the floor below.

Both Copeco and the Mile-a-Way drew in big-name musicians like Tommy Dorsey and Benny Goodman as their big bands traveled from Denver to Salt Lake City.

› Left: Dance ads published in the Daily Sentinel, courtesy of Museums of Western Colorado. › Top: William and Grace Coulson, courtesy of Ken Coulson

CHANGING TIMES

Although these commercial dance halls still entertained locals after the end of Prohibition in 1933, the Orchard Mesa Pavilion, the Milea-Way and the Copeco never sold liquor.

The dance halls struggled when the boys went off to war during World War II. Ladies didn’t go out alone or in women’s groups. The Orchard Mesa Pavilion closed in 1944 and the Mile-a-Way closed sometime after 1947.

The Copeco might have met the same fate years earlier if it hadn’t been for local businessman Mike Stranger, who kept it swinging from 1942 to 1950. Afterwards, it became a country western dance hall, hosting entertainers like Jim Reeves as well as many up-and-coming country music stars.

Copeco finally closed its doors on New Year’s Eve 1962. Nightclubs took over as the popular spots for drinks, dining, dancing and live music in the 1960s, which attracted local couples to places like the Café Caravan and its Jungle Bar, Marks Macongan and the Uranium Club. ■

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The Five Star difference: Exceptional care in two great locations

By C.J. Payton

Mantey Heights and La Villa Grande Rehabilitation and Care Centers have deep roots in the Grand Valley. As Five Star Senior Living communities, they share the mission of providing a warm, inviting environment where seniors of all abilities and interests can thrive.

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Both facilities offer memory care, respite care, rehabilitation and skilled nursing care, and boast the longest-running, in-house therapy departments in the valley, providing residents with physical, occupational and speech therapies. They’re also certified in Music & Memory’s personalized music program, which is proven to improve conversation and comprehension in residents.

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Both facilities create engaging and meaningful life experiences for residents through regular outings, exercise classes and resident gardens.

“We have flower and vegetable gardens, and this year we have a resident gardener,” said La Villa Grande Admissions Director Lisa Smith.

Five Star facilities respect all residents and their personal life choices, so when several Mantey Heights residents requested a designated smoker-friendly area, one was provided on a back patio.

La Villa Grande recently created a family room so residents could spend time with their families in a private, home-like setting, complete with couches, big screen TVs, and a table for sharing family meals. A

resident advisory board approved every decision about the room, from the wall color to the furniture arrangement.

“I have never been denied by corporate any request for a resident.

They always do the right thing,” said La Villa Grande Administrator Bob Davis.

AWARD-WINNING MEMORY AND DEMENTIA CARE

“US News and World Report” rated Mantey Heights as one of the top nursing homes in the nation for 2017-2018, said Kim Bryant, the facility’s administrator. It’s an honor the whole staff takes pride in, but they aren’t resting on their laurels.

Most of the management staff at Mantey Heights are dementia certified through Hilltop to better engage and connect with dementia patients and to make their lives more meaningful.

Mantey Heights will house a virtual dementia tour to help care providers better understand and empathize with their loved ones as they experience sensory challenges associated with dementia first-hand using earphones, goggles, gloves and shoe inserts.

“The visual dementia tour is a scientifically proven and patented set of sensory tools for the public to experience, as well as the medical community and caregivers,” said Mantey Heights Admissions Director Steve Coates.

La Villa Grande offers Bridge to Rediscovery, a secured unit specializing in memory care for residents with dementia. This award-winning Montessori-based program helps residents maintain their dignity and identity by preserving their skills, passions and interests.

“We like promoting through the BEACON because of the large demographic and the number of readers,” said Smith. “The BEACON is a vehicle to get the word out to the people we need to reach about our services. We also really enjoy being a part of BeaconFest every year.”

To learn more about these Five Star Senior Living Centers, call Mantey Heights at 245-9196 or La Villa Grande at 245-1211. ■

From left: Mantey Heights courtyard; Mantey Heights’ admissions director, Steve Coates, and administrator, Kim Bryant; La Villa Grande’s admissions director, Lisa Smith.

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Senior laps for senior cats

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Story and photo by C.J. Payton here are cat people and there are dog people.

Valerie Mazrin is the epitome of a cat person, and she’s on the hunt for other fellow cat people—specifically seniors, who would welcome senior cats into their laps and lives.

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As founder of Cats League & Assistance of the Western Slope (CLAWS), a nonprofit cat rescue and shelter, Mazrin met many seniors who wanted a cat, but felt they were unable to afford medical bills or regular vaccinations. Thus, the Senior Laps for Senior Cats (SLSC) program was born.

With the support of CLAWS, local seniors can enjoy the companionship of a senior cat with few strings.

SLSC is not a cat adoption program, which eliminates the $85 adoption fee. The cat remains the property of CLAWS, but lives at their forever foster home, where the foster family is responsible for providing a warm, safe and loving home for the cat, as well as food and litter.

If the cat becomes sick, it’s returned to CLAWS for care and recovery until it can be returned home, all at no cost to the foster.

“We provide our cats with the medical attention needed to ensure they are adoption or foster ready, including vaccines, microchips, leukemia tests, and spay and neutering,” said Mazrin.

Cats are considered seniors at age 10, as they can live up to be 20-something years old. Many senior cats get passed up at shelters because many people looking to adopt a furry feline want kittens.

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CLAWS has 30-35 senior cats needing foster homes through the Senior Laps for Senior Cats program.

CLAWS reaches out to high-kill shelters and rescues cats in danger of being euthanized. The organization will never euthanize a cat unless it’s already dying and it’s the humane thing to do.

“If we have a cat that is unadoptable, for any reason, it has a loving home here until it passes naturally,” Mazrin said. “Our goal is to provide the comfort all living creatures deserve—being fed, safe and warm, and loved.”

From cats that are playful and frisky, to ones that are carefree and prefer to lounge in the sun all day, CLAWS has a senior cat for any senior lap. An adoption questionnaire helps the CLAWS staff and the foster parent(s) find the cat that’s a good match for their needs and lifestyle. Family involvement and support is essential for fostering a CLAWS cat in the SLSC program.

GIVE A CAT THE LAP OF LUXURY

Currently, CLAWS has 30-35 senior cats needing foster homes. For more information, call CLAWS at 241-3793, or visit www.clawsgj.org.

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Heart to heart: Cookie and me

By Bill Levine uring my 9-year-old Boston terrier’s recent echocardiogram appointment, I was not, unlike the first appointment, focusing on the intimacy of Cookie’s beating heart tissue and blood flow on the screen. At this six-month checkup there was less awe and more trepidation on my part.

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Cookie’s last echo showed that she had a leaking mitral valve, a bane of her breed, which indicated the beginning of congestive heart failure.

This time I paid more attention to the vet as she jotted down numbers. I hoped they would add up to stability in Cookie’s condition. They didn’t.

“Cookie’s leakage has increased since last time,” the vet said with professional concern.

Not wanting to dive into the ultimate prognosis, I waded into the shallow end of the pool and asked

her if we needed to change Cookie’s meds. She became more upbeat and said that as long as Cookie doesn’t show any symptoms, like shortness of breath, we could keep her on the same meds.

discharge, Cookie was told how cute she was and given a treat.

There was no waiting in creepy isolation. I just whisked her into my car and deposited her in the front seat—her favorite spot.

My initial echocardiogram—four years before Cookie’s—was nerve wracking. A day after surgery for a broken ankle, I was wheeled on a tortuous journey to the echocardio room in a deserted wing of the hospital. The echo was non-eventful, except for the cold jelly on my chest applied by the showerhead-like device. Afterward, my gurney was moved into the long, empty corridor and I was assured transportation would be right down. After waiting 20 minutes, I would have welcomed even a troll who was willing to rescue me from the spooky corridor.

Several months after my echocardiogram, I was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. When I occasionally feel dizzy, I monitor my heart rate with a finger pulse oximeter. If it’s beating at 130 beats per minute, I take special, quick-acting beta blockers.

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In contrast, Cookie’s echo was done in the loving care of the vet. At her

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I learned how to take Cookie’s heartbeat manually by placing my hand on her abdomen and counting exhales for 15 seconds to extrapolate the rate per minute.

In song, a heart skipping a beat can be sublime. In real life, an arrhythmia creates vulnerability. I went from being a healthy middle-ager to a balding 60-year-old when I got my diagnosis. My atrial vulnerability

made me more aware of Cookie’s precarious existence due to her more serious heart condition.

So in the future I will walk Cookie more frequently, and she will run and jump at the sight of her leash in anticipation of a favorite pastime.

We will stop to smell the roses, the garbage cans and maybe even any roadkill scent that Cookie favors. ■

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By Dee Gagnon nimals give you a lot to smile about. I still smile when I think of my black-and-white Scruffy Cat, and how we touched each other’s lives for the better.

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I imagine Scruffy as a small kitten growing up happy and content with her human owners. But for whatever reason, her human family moved away and left her behind. They may have hoped that neighbors in their apartment complex would feed her—which they did—but no one was quite sure how long she’d been around.

Now on her own, Scruffy had to learn the ways of the streets. She realized she was safer if she stayed within the confines of the apartment complex and kindly people left food and water for her, even though she shied away if they came too close.

Scruffy wasn’t big. She was mostly black with a set of four white paws and some white on her chest. She had a kink in her tail and odd asymmetrical facial markings that gave her a unique expression.

Tomcats found her irresistible, and she had one litter of kittens after the next. Eventually, it took its toll on her and the poor little cat got sick. She got scrawny, her coat became dull and matted, and her eyes and nose had a steady discharge.

She overheard the landlady tell a tenant-to-be about the stray “that looked like death warmed over.”

REGAINING TRUST

In August 2004, the sickly feline observed a new tenant moving into a second-floor apartment from beneath a bush. The newcomer took notice of the cat as she made her rounds looking for scraps. The lady’s heart went out to the poor thing and she crooned, “Oh, you are one scruffy cat.”

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After a week or so of hearing the lady talk to her, Scruffy approached her tentatively and allowed her back to be stroked. Even though the lady already had an indoor cat that she loved very much, she made sure to give Scruffy Cat some love every day.

But one day, Scruffy Cat appeared with a walnut-sized abscess on the side of her face. She was sicker than ever. Although Scruffy was a survivor, the lady would not allow her to suffer.

The next day, she found Scruffy and took her to the animal clinic, where the vet took tests, lanced the abscess and pulled two bad teeth.

From that day forward, Scruffy would wait for the lady and follow her to the balcony, where she’d sleep in a blanket-lined pet carrier by the door. She filled out and her coat became glossy again.

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Though she was still wary of people in general, Scruffy Cat attached herself to one woman who lovingly reached out to her.

A NEW BEGINNING

Scruffy moved with me to my new townhome, where she spent the rest of her life as an indoor cat. I cherish the memories of the way she kneaded her claws in my warm lap in the winter, and how her muzzle rested safely in my palm.

Exactly four years after I met her, Scruffy Cat went to sleep at home in my arms. This month marks the 10-year anniversary of Scruffy’s passing, and thoughts of her make me smile. ■

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Senior Day at the Fair

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enior Day at the Fair was a great success. Hundreds of seniors turned out in 100-degree heat for their chance to win $1,000 playing BEACON Bingo, which was called by the Grand Junction Senior Recreation Center and sponsored by ADRC and Hilltop Senior Living Communities.

Many walked away winners, including two lucky ladies who each won $250.

Arts and crafts projects abounded and participants were serenaded by several local music acts. Some came to the fair by bus, while others brought their grandkids and took photos with the Lipizzaner stallions.

Enjoy these moments from Senior Day at the Fair hosted by the BEACON Senior News. We hope to see you next year!

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Help your LOVED ONE live independently longer!

FUN AFTER 50

Activities offered by GJ Parks and Recreation To register for these programs, call the Grand Junction Parks and Recreation Department at 254-3866 or visit www.gjparksandrec.org.

AUGUST 3

Food Truck Friday Come out for great food, live entertainment and craft beer at 5:30 p.m. at Lincoln Park Barn.

AUGUST 3

Movies in the Park: “Coco” Bring the grandkids for this free movie at Lincoln Park. Movie starts at dusk.

AUGUST 18

Chrome & Brews Car Show Don’t miss out on the largest car show in western Colorado. The third annual Chrome and Brews Car Show is back at Lincoln Park, and it’s bigger and better than ever. Admission is free. For times and updated information, visit www.chromeandbrews.com.

HEALTH TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS

Gentle Active Yoga This class is designed for active beginners and above. Class is 8-9 a.m. at Lincoln Park Barn. Cost is $8 to drop in, or purchase a 10-punch pass for $50

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Aqua Aerobics These classes are for beginner or novice individuals, and incorporate noodles, hand paddles, water weights and more. Class is from

8:15-9:15 a.m. Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays and 5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Orchard Mesa Pool. Drop in for $4.50 or purchase a 12-punch pass for $46.50.

DANCE THURSDAYS

Senior Dances with Live Music Dance from 8-10 p.m. at the Senior Recreation Center. Cost is $3.

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Lincoln Park Open Track Meet The Lincoln Park Open Track Meet offers a variety of different running, jumping and throwing competitions that take place on the track at 1:30 p.m. Pick three events for $5; each additional event is $1.

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Western Colorado Senior Games Choose from over 60 events to compete in. Early bird registration is August 3-10. Register at the Parks and Recreation office, 1340 Gunnison Ave. ■

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Palisade historic guided walking tour Meet at the kiosk across from the post office in downtown Palisade at 10 a.m. The tour passes churches and highlights many of Palisade’s early successes and challenges. Cost is $5. To register, call 464-5602.

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Friday and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday.

Refreshments and door prizes will be available.

AUGUST 4

2018 Radio Daze Enjoy eight hours of live music performed by some of Grand Valley’s most popular bands and musicians at Edgewater Brewery from 1-9 p.m.

Kannah Creek will donate 100 percent of proceeds from their specialty brewed 200 Watt Ale in support of KAFM Community Radio. KAFM will be holding a 50/50 raffle with the chance to win up to $999. This is a free event.

AUGUST 4 & 11

WCCC Adult Summer Camp: History of Fruit and Wine in Palisade This two-class series gives a handson, feet-on-the-ground overview of the history of Palisade and takes place from 9 a.m. to noon at Western Colorado Community College.

First session includes multi media presentations, inventions, and an interactive peach wrap-packing demonstration. The second session has a guided tour to see how fruit is processed, and a visit to the first winery that opened in Palisade in 1978. Call WCCC at 255-2800 to register.

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AUGUST 9

Cross Orchards Summer Concert Series presents King ‘n Trio The Museums of Western Colorado presents King ‘n Trio at Cross Orchards Historic Site. Doors open at 6 p.m. Concert starts at 7 p.m.

Cost is $10 and seating is limited.

Food will be available for purchase from Michael Angelo’s Wood Fired Pizza Truck. For more information, contact Denise Yanez at dyanez@ westcomuseum.org or visit www. museumofwesternco.org.

AUGUST 10

6th Annual “Wine and Whiskers” Gala to benefit homeless pets Roice-Hurst Humane Society is hosting its sixth annual gala at 6 p.m. at the Two Rivers Chateau in Grand Junction. Roice-Hurst has moved the gala to a less expensive venue, ditched the fancy decorations, and are opting for heavy appetizers instead of a plated dinner. This means more of each ticket cost goes back to the animals and less expensive tickets, so attendees can enjoy a night out for the animals! Festivities begin at 6 p.m. and include wine, hors d’oeuvres, adoptable pets and the best animal-themed silent auction in town. Cost is $35 and includes a complimentary glass of wine. Tickets are available at Alpine Bank locations, Roice-Hurst Humane Society and online at www.rhhu manesociety.org.

AUGUST 11

Art in the Barn Festival Cross Orchards welcomes local artists to exhibit their work from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Artisans will demonstrate their talents and sell their unique pieces while art enthusiasts and visitors enjoy the summer ambiance. Admission is $4 for seniors, $5 for adults and free for museum members. For details, call 261-7839.

AUGUST 11

Sweet Adelines ice cream social

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A tribute to Walt Smith This concert and 91st birthday

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St. Anne’s Fundraiser This a fundraiser dinner to benefit St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Palisade.

The fundraiser starts at 5:30 p.m.

Dinner will include Italian chicken roll with ham and cheese, spaghetti, veggie stir-fry, coffee and drinks.

Admission by donation.

SEPTEMBER 8

Car Show, Sock Hop and Brew Tasting fundraiser Wear your poodle skirts and check out some vintage cars at this fun event to benefit the Redlands Community Center. There will be a dance contest, dinner and cash bar. Event is from 6-11 p.m. at the center. Cost is $45 per person, $80 per couple.

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RIVER CITY SINGLES “Young-at-heart adults getting together for fun and friendship.”

Annual membership is $20.

Fridays at 5 p.m. - Calling all singles over 50!

Meet new friends at Friday Afternoon Club (FAC) in the Hideaway Lounge at the Travelodge, 718 Horizon Drive. Call Chuck at 242-5252 for details.

Tuesdays at 9 a.m. - Early Start Breakfast at Denny’s on Horizon Drive.

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Scheduled performances take place throughout the day on Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $6 and can be purchased at www.monumentaltix. com, at the Avalon Theatre Box Office or at the door. For more information, visit www.museumof westernco.org or call 242-0971.

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celebration for legendary musician Walt Smith starts at 2 p.m. at the Art Center. Smith will be celebrating his 91st birthday. The concert showcases a 16-piece big band as well as an 8-piece jazz group and Walt on the piano. Tickets are $15 per person or $25 per couple. Tickets are available at The Commons of Hilltop, Solstice Senior Living, and The Art Center.

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Sundays at 12:30 p.m. - Bowling Sunday at Orchard Mesa Lanes, 295 27 Road. RSVP to Jim at 257-1174 by 10 a.m.

Mondays at 7:30 a.m. - Play golf at Adobe Creek Golf Course in Fruita.

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Sunday, August 5 - Hike and potluck on the Mesa. Call Jan at 201-3090 for details and to RSVP. Thursday, August 30 - Tour Belli Fioro Lavendar Farm. RSVP to Melva at 433-8731.

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1,827 issues of The Palisade Tribune now on the Colorado Historic Newspaper website Thanks to generous donors, 120 more issues of The Palisade Tribune are available online at www.color adohistoricnewspapers.org. This makes 1,827 issues, starting with the first issue released in 1903.

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“Discover Health/Descubre la Salud” traveling exhibition Mesa County Libraries hosts handson “Discover Health” exhibit now through September 28. Learn about the human body and how to take care of it. The exhibit is on display at Mesa County Libraries’ Central Library. “Discover Health” is open to the public at no charge. For a full

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Grand Junction High School reunions Class of 1953 - Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with friends and old classmates for the 65th reunion for Grand Junction High School Class of 1953. For information, call Edward Gardner at 2429523.

Class of 1968 - Grand Junction High School’s Class of 1968 will have their 50th Class Reunion on Sept 26-27. The reunion committee is striving to find as many classmates as possible. If you or a family member were in the class of 1968 or know someone who was, please have them visit www.gjhs1968. com, submit their contact info and download the registration form.

AARP Driver Safety Courses Save money on insurance and keep up on newer traffic laws at the AARP Driver Safety course, offered three times in August. Cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for nonmembers. Call for location and to register.

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Colorado breaks ground on Western Slope veterans’ OneSource A state-owned, former Colorado National Guard armory in Grand Junction is the future home of the Western Region OneSource, which will help serve the needs of more than 40,000 Colorado service members, veterans, and their families who live in the 24 counties along the Western Slope. The Adjutant General of Colorado U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Michael Loh said, “The addition of a Western Region OneSource will centralize resources under one roof, making it easier for those who serve or have served, and their families, to take that first step in obtaining assistance.” The OneSource is scheduled to open its doors in May 2019.

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about partnership and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.colorado. gov/DMVA/WROS. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES • Mesa County RSVP connects individuals 55 and older to volunteer positions in any of our member agencies. For a list of volunteer opportunities and to register, call 243-9839 x 5.

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Spellbinders tell stories to students in kindergarten through fifth grade once a month during the school year. To join, call 462-7346.

• Colorado Canyons Hospital & Medical Center is looking for a volunteer to assist with the Activities Department on Saturdays. Duties include engaging with patients by playing games, reading and doing puzzles, and bringing snacks to patient rooms. To apply, visit www.fhw.org/volunteer or call 858-2211. ■

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MS Breakfast Group meets monthly at 9 a.m. on the first Tuesday at Village Inn, 757 Horizon Dr. Call 241-8975.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) offers support groups for family members of adults who have a serious mental illness and connection groups for adults living with a mental illness.

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Parents of Addicted Loved Ones meets at 6:30 p.m. every Thursday at First Presbyterian Church. If you have a child who struggles with alcohol, drugs or food, there’s help and hope. Call 379-5786.

Peripheral Neuropathy Support Group meets monthly from 1-2 p.m. on the first Tuesday at Church of the Nativity, 2175 Broadway. Call 245-9606.

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