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The little girl was born to be a child who loved a Christmas tree; All the treasures Santa brings… a doll, some toys, stocking things. She’d crawl under the tree to find a music box that she could wind; A baby doll so sleepy-eyed, that wet its pants and really cried. She was too young to say it then but her sweet face had such a grin That when the family looked her way, she’d smile at them as if to say: “This is the best Christmas ever!” When she became a toddler, she helped decorate the Christmas tree, Preparing for that special day when Santa Claus would come her way. She’d follow Daddy round the yard, watching as he worked so hard Stringing lights to set the scene… wondering what does it mean? She found it just a bit confusing; Santa Claus was quite amusing, But what of Jesus wondrous birth and hymns proclaiming Peace On Earth? Her Dad took extra special care and from the Bible he did share, “The baby’s birth a time of joy when in the manger a little boy Was born… the Son of God you see; Savior of the world, to be.” Her love and faith in Daddy’s way; Just made her think of how to say… With joy and wonder in her heart, her special words she would impart: “This is the best Christmas ever!”

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For her, when starting school she found many children all around Who had feelings same as she, about a giant Christmas tree… And Santa with his jolly mirth, suit of red around his girth Toys, reindeer pulling sled, visiting children while in bed Asleep or trying hard to be, while thinking of the Christmas tree And all the presents they would find, big boxes, ribbons all entwined. Ties to home and family and times around the Christmas tree Instilled in Patty Christmas joy she shared with every girl and boy. Her love of Christmas giving grew and love for other people too. Our daughter has a special way of sharing every holiday. With greetings, smiles, and a loving heart, her special message to impart; She says the words we love to hear, the same ones she says every year: “This is the best Christmas ever!

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Seniors Today 724 Big Tree Rd. South Daytona, FL 32119 Phone: 386.677.7060 Fax: 386.677.0836 Website: seniorstodaynewspaper.com Published by Schillinger Enterprises, Inc. General Manager Bonnie Schillinger Editor Bonnie Gragg Staff Writers Kitty Maiden Peggy & George Goldtrap Volusia County Sheriff Chitwood Byron Spires Seniors Today is published and distributed free every other Friday to inform, entertain, and serve those over the age of 50. Deadlines: The deadline for advertising is Friday, 5 P.M., one week prior to the Friday publication date. Advertisements and copy: All advertisements and copy is believed to be truthful and accurate. Seniors Today reserves the right to edit, revise, or reject any advertising and/or submitted articles for publication. Advertisements are the sole responsibility of the advertiser. Advertisements and copy in Seniors Today are not meant to be an endorsement of any product, service, or individual. All editorial copy and by lined articles are the opinion of the writer and are not necessarily the view, opinion, or policy of Seniors Today. Errors and Omissions: Neither the publisher nor the advertiser are liable for mistakes, errors, or omissions. The sole liability of Seniors Today to an advertiser is to reprint the corrected ad in the next issue. Copyright Warning: Pursuant to Federal Copyright Law, all material contained within this publication which was created, designed, composed, written, typeset, -, or prepared in any way by Seniors Today remains the sole property of the publisher and cannot be reproduced in whole or in part without the written permission of Seniors Today. This pertains to the duplication of either advertising or non-advertising material. Notice of copyright appears on page one of this and all issues.

W hat’s H appening A round T own… Caregiver’s Days First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach is providing two free Caregiver’s Days Out that includes food, fun, and special attention for care receivers. The days are from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. on Thurs., Dec. 20 and Sat., Jan. 19 at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach. Call Mary Beth at 386.852.0060.

Lunch Bunch Lunch Bunch is every Thursday (except Dec. 27 & Jan. 3) at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona. Just $5 gets you lunch and bingo with non-monetary prizes. Reservations must be made no later than NOON the Tuesday prior. Call 386.677. 6080 to reserve your seat.

Computer Class Enhance your computer knowledge with free classes at the Deltona Regional Library, 2150 Eustace Ave., December's hour-long class will address: • Odilo (e-resources) in Spanish: 9:30 A.M., Wednesday, Dec. 19 Staff offers basic computer assistance to help patrons search for jobs and complete applications in the e-lab from 9:30 to 11 A.M., Tues. and Thurs. and from 1 to 3 P.M., Wednesdays. Registration is not required. For more information, call the library at 386.789.7207, option 1, then 4.

Santa To A Senior Help Home Instead Senior Care provide Christmas to seniors in nursing homes and assisted livings that would not otherwise receive gifts. Ornaments with the names and some suggestions are placed around the county. Simply pick an ornament, shop for your senior, and return the gifts with the ornament to the same location where you took the ornament. Trees with ornaments are located at: Cora Rehab, Ormand Beach & Port Orange; Advanced Urology, Orange City & DeLand; Cindy Ferrara State Farm, Daytona Beach; Belk, Port Orange; and New Smyrna Athletic Club. Call 386.255.0645.

Lifesaving Skills Susan Skinner, coordinator for the Volusia County Medical Reserves Corps, will present Until Help Arrives at 2 P. M . Tues., Dec. 18, at the Ormond Beach Library, 30 S. Beach St. The interactive program is designed to help adults with limited or no first aid experience render first aid while waiting for professional help to arrive. RSVP required; call 386.676.4191, option 4.

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Employees from Florida Licensing on Wheels (FLOW) will be at City Hall, 22 South Beach St., on Wed., Dec. 19 from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. Drivers can renew or reinstate their license, change an outof-state license to a Florida license, obtain an ID card, and purchase a duplicate license for a lost or stolen license. They also can purchase vehicle registration renewals and replacements, make address and name changes, register emergency contact information, and obtain or renew disabled parking placards. Written and driving tests will not be provided. Appointments are not required. For a list of document options and additional information, visit gathergoget.com

Christmas Worship Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Rd., South Daytona invites you to attend their holiday services. Join them Sunday, Dec. 23 for Christmas Praise at 8:30 A.M. or 10 A.M. for Jesus’ Birthday Party for everyone. On Christmas Eve, Dec. 24 at 6 P.M. they will have a Communion Service with a cookie and punch reception at 6:30 P.M. Then stay for the beautiful Christmas Eve. Candlelight Service beginning at 7 P.M. For questions or more details, call Holy Cross at 386.767.6542. Choir The Southeast Volusia Community Choir will present a holiday concert at 5 P. M . on Tuesday, Dec. 18 at the New Smyrna Beach Regional Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway. Reservations are not required for the free concert. For more information, call the library at 386.424. 2910, option 4. Christmas Celebration Help celebrate your holiday with a free Ecumenical Christmas Choral Concert Mercy Manger on Sun., Dec. 16 at 3 P.M. at Central Baptist Church, 142 Fairview Ave., Daytona Beach. Enjoy a holiday sing-along and a reception after in the church social hall too. Visit www.centralbc.org Family Craft Turn off your computer, put your phone down, and try your hand at some good old-fashioned crafts. Bring the whole family for Family Craft Night at 4 P.M. on Thursday, Dec. 20. Families can make a snowflake-shaped picture frame at the Oak Hill Public Library, 125 E. Halifax Ave. Registration is not required. For more information, call the library at 386.345.5510.

Make Lip Balm Try your hand at a tried-and-true craft at the Edgewater Public Library, 103 Indian River Blvd. At 11 A.M. on Saturday, Dec. 22. Make peppermint lip balm and receive instructions so you can make it again. Materials will be provided. Registration is required; call 386.424.2916.

Seniors Get Fit Seniors can get moving with lowimpact exercises at 1 P.M., Wednesday, Dec. 19 at VIA Hall, 126 E. Halifax Ave., Oak Hill. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a bottle of water. The free programs are sponsored by the Oak Hill Public Library. Registration is not required. For information, call the library at 386.345.5510.

Download & Decorate Decorate a cookie while you learn how easy it is to download magazines from the RB Digital platform from 1 to 2 P.M., Tuesday, Dec. 18, at the DeLand Regional Library, 130 E. Howry Ave. Participants can learn how to access recipes from Taste Of Home, Rachel Ray, Eating Well, and other bestselling magazines free with their library card. Registration is not required for this free program. For information, call 386. 822.6430, ext. 20762.

Starry Starry Night Take a free tour of the night sky from 5:30 to 7 P.M., Wed., Dec. 19 at the DeLand Regional Library, 130 E. Howry Ave. Derek Demeter, director of the Buehler Planetarium at Seminole State College, will guide you through the planets, stars, and other heavenly bodies. Hot chocolate will be provided. Registration is not required. Call 386.822. 6430, ext. 20762.

Free Movies Take a break from the holiday preparations and make movie watching a family affair at the New Smyrna Beach Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway. The free movies include: • Beauty And The Beast: The Enchanted Christmas: 2 P.M., Saturday, Dec. 22. Rated G, 70 minutes. • Frozen: 2 P.M., Saturday, Dec. 29. Rated PG, 108 minutes.

Support Group Quit Smoking Start your new year smoke free! Join us for a FREE Quit Smoking class at Florida Hospital Flagler once a week for six weeks starting on Thurs., Jan. 3 from 5:30–6:30 P.M. Call 904.482.0189 to register or hear about other classes.

December 14, 2018—Seniors Today—Page 5 Year 2019 Medicaid Allowances ull-time nursing care is a financial burden. If medical and financial eligibility standards are met, Medicaid assistance may be available. This article deals with the financial requirements. Certain threshold figures are adjusted annually. As of January 1, 2019, a single person applying for assistance must have less than $2,000.00 in countable assets. If the applicant is married, the spouse who is not in a nursing home (“community spouse”) may also have $126,420.00 in countable assets. Certain assets are not countable or are exempt. If nursing home care is possible, and Medicaid might be sought, it is unwise to sell or change title to the home, add names to assets, purchase an annuity, or give anything away without first seeking professional advice. A transfer of assets may cause one to be ineligible for Medicaid for up to five years, although spouses can transfer assets between each other freely. The applicant’s income is limited to $2,313.00 per month. If the income exceeds that amount, an Irrevocable Income Only Trust will alleviate the problem. The per-

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sonal needs allowance of the applicant is $130.00 per month. The community spouse will be able to keep that spouse’s income and maybe a portion of the applicant’s income, depending on the community spouse’s income and expenses. The community spouse’s monthly maintenance needs allowance for this year is a minimum of $2,057.50 and a maximum of $3,160.50. If assets or income exceed the figures, there may be other alternatives. Seek professional advice from an attorney who practices elder law, particularly Medicaid planning, to determine whether there are legal alternatives to assist in qualifying. Attorney Michael A. Pyle, of Pyle & Dellinger, PL, 1655 N. Clyde Morris Blvd., Suite 1, Daytona Beach, Florida, 32117 Telephone: 386.615.9007. E-mail: mikep@pyle legal.com or website: www.pylelegal.com

Antiques Coffee Mill orning coffee has been a necessity for centuries, and there have been numerous patents for coffee-making machines. The first American patent was given to Thomas Bruff Sr. in 1798. Coffee grinders, also called coffee mills, were needed to grind the coffee beans to cook with water to make coffee. The mills were hand-cranked until 1938, when the first electric models were made. Most collectors search for early wall-mounted or box-type mills. They were made of wood or glass with a cast iron crank. Coffee-mill companies also used ceramics, plastic, or attractive metals later in the 1900s. Most coffee mills had the name of the brand of coffee on the front or at least the word coffee. Koffee is not a misspelling; it is the German word for coffee. On the back or side of the coffee mill there usually is a serial number that can be dated with the help of information found online or in The MacMillan Index Of Antique Coffee Mills, a book by Joseph E. MacMillan. There also may be colorful pictures like the ones seen on a patriotic coffee mill,

which was decorated with a flag and a picture of Theodore Roosevelt on his horse. It recently sold for $265 at a Hess auction. *** Q: I have a pair of shoe roller skates with wooden wheels. There is a metal plate on the bottom with the number 5 and Chicago Roller Skate Co., Ware Bros., Pat. August 15, 1914, Made in U.S.A. What can you tell me about them? A: Ralph and Walter Ware bought The Chicago Roller Skate Co. in 1905. Their brother, Robert, joined the business in 1909. Roller skating was a popular pastime, and Chicago had several roller rinks. Skates with wooden wheels were made to skate on the wood floor in roller rinks. The company also made racing skates, clamp-on skates for skating on sidewalks, parts for skates, lawn sprinklers, and a few other products. Your shoe skates probably were made between 1914 and 1920. The company was bought by National Sporting Goods in the 1990s. Vintage shoe skates like yours sell for under $200. *** Looking for a holiday gift? Kovels' Antiques & Collectibles Price Guide 2019 is the most complete and best-illustrated price guide available—with 16,000 listings and more than 2,500 full-color photographs.

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Happy Talk …by George & Peggy Goldtrap bathrobe. It should keep her warm and cozy. Another grand marches to her own drummer, so when I saw adult-size ‘Despicable Me Minion’ pajamas, they screamed her name. This is how a cheap grandma thinks, but at least she imagines each one wearing clothes, or the ‘men-folk’ reading the books, or the younger ones playing with cars and each other. It’s the thought that counts, not the price-tag. Now to convince them of that. A survey recently measured gratitude for a hand-made gift versus store-bought. The retail gift won, but I personally disagreed. If someone thinks about me enough to create something with their hands, then it’s priceless and will forever be saved. Years ago, our second son made a ring in elementary class. With the teacher’s guidance, he cut out his picture and placed it in a mold; poured acrylic to seal it and last, but not least, stuck on the tab from a cola can. It was a gift greater than rubies, forever in my memory and jewelry box. One Christmas, I was ‘sick as a dog’ with red measles. My two little boys and my husband were pitiful urchins around a skinny tree. In the darkness, in the cold and biting wind, we heard a knock on the door. A friend had dropped by with some delicious homemade cookies lovingly placed in a tin she had decorated. This lady was one of the most creative people I’ve ever known; learned so much from her. On this icy night she was a guardian angel delivering warmth, sweetness, and light to a sick, speckled friend and her family. Truthfully, I’d love to give the big-ticket things, or the latest and greatest, or the best available. I only had one new bicycle in my life and I worked to earn that, but I’d buy one for my great-grands in a heartbeat. I’d love to be magic and make everyone’s pain go away, but it’s not possible. It’s so easy to get caught up in the frenzy of gift-giving; in making everyone glow with gratitude and gladness. What I have to tell myself is this: when the unwrapping is over, the songs have been sung, the dishes put away, what is it we really hoped to give and what did we really hope to receive? Love: Love is the most excellent, priceless, one-size-fits-all gift that MUST BE RETURNED in order for us to keep it. Love is an eternal riddle.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Changing your views about something you believe in isn’t easy. You might reconsider as the facts come in. Keep your mind open, even if you’re uneasy. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) You might have to do some serious shifting of gears to get your project back on track. Cheer up. Your hard work starts to produce some positive results. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) An unsettling mood at the start of the week soon lifts and gives way to a more positive attitude as you find fun and friendship beginning. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) A delay in firming up holiday plans could work to your advantage. Use this time to scout out possibilities that might be more what you would prefer. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Some people might question some of the new friends you’ve welcomed into your life. Your ability to see how special they are helps you. PISCES (Feb.19 to March 20) Financial matters can be especially tricky right now. It’s best to follow a conservative investment path, and wait for a more fortuitous time to take bolder chances.

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• Road-trip organization: Put items you'll need along the way into a laundry basket or two, which can be easily accessed during your trip. There's no need to undo the Tetrislike organization job of the other items, because everything you need to have at hand is in the basket. • “I love to work in the yard, and I always wash my hands before coming in. I put a bar of soap inside a piece of mesh from a potato sack and tie it with a string; then I tie the string to my water faucet outside. Now I can easily wash my hands with soap before coming in. The sack kind of works as a scrubber as well.” —F.A. in Texas On-site doctor available

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• “I moved to a much smaller house and have very little storage, so now everything I keep must be necessary. I had several banker's boxes of old papers that I had been storing for years. I still think there's a chance I'd need to access the information in them, but I didn't want to devote a lot storage space to boxes of documents. I bought a small scanner that you feed paper into, and I have used it to scan in all my papers. I'm down to a small box of keepsakes and originals that are important, and the rest is there digitally in case I ever need it.” —A.D.F in Florida Send your tips to Now Here's a Tip, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803.

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Moments In Time Elvis Is Sworn In The History Channel

• On Dec. 17, 1944, Public Proclamation No. 21, declares that, effective Jan. 2, 1945, Japanese American evacuees from the West Coast could return to their homes from internment camps. • On Dec. 18, 1620, the British ship Mayflower docks at modern-day Plymouth, Massachusetts, and its passengers prepare to begin their new settlement, Plymouth Colony. By spring, 50 of the original 102 Mayflower passengers were dead of illness and starvation. • On Dec. 19, 1917, the National Hockey League opens its first season with five franchises: the Canadiens and the Wanderers (both of Montreal), the Ottawa Senators, the Quebec Bulldogs, and the Toronto Arenas. • On Dec. 20, 1957, rock-and-roll star Elvis Presley receives his draft notice for the U.S. Army. Fans sent tens of thousands of letters asking that he be spared, but Elvis would have none of it. He was sworn in as an Army

private in Memphis, Tennessee, on March 24, 1958. • On Dec. 21, 1988, Pan Am Flight 103 from London to New York explodes in midair over Lockerbie, Scotland, killing all 243 passengers and 16 crew members. A bomb hidden in an audio cassette player detonated in the cargo area when the plane was at 31,000 feet. • On Dec. 22, 1900, the first car to be produced under the Mercedes name is delivered to its buyer: Emil Jellinek, the Austrian car racer. Jellinek was so confident it would win races that he bought 36 of them, and the company agreed to name its new machine after Jellinek's daughter, Mercedes. • On Dec. 23, 1968, the crew and captain of the U.S. intelligence-gathering ship Pueblo are released after 11 months' imprisonment by the government of North Korea. The Pueblo and its 83-man crew had been seized by North Korean warships and charged with intruding into North Korean waters.

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Pet Care Paws Out Of Water Dish by Sam Mazzotta

Dear Paw's Corner: I have an older cat, Haley, who has developed an annoying habit. After using the litter box, she puts her paws into her water dish (the dish is not near the litter box). Now she's started doing it even when she hasn't used the litter box. I have to change the water each time. I scold her when I catch her doing it, but she hasn't changed. How can I stop this behavior? —Betty M., via email Dear Betty: Have you checked the bottoms of Haley's paws? If the pads or the spaces between the pads look irritated, Haley may be experiencing discomfort and finding relief in the water dish. Even if you don't see anything wrong, try changing the brand of litter she uses for a couple of weeks. You should also let Haley's veterinarian know about this new pattern. They may want to look your cat over and could have some tips to help change the behavior. If no physical cause is found, you'll need to stop the behavior. As you've

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noticed, scolding Haley does no good. You've got to be more creative. First, move the water dish off of the floor to a side table with enough room for her to stand. Next, observe her behavior after each litter box trip. If she heads for the water dish, distract her with a toy for a few minutes. If you catch her in the water dish, gently lift her out, set her in another room, and dangle a toy or treat in front of her. Basically, distract Haley with something she's more interested in than water. This may take a few weeks and many repetitions, but be patient. Send your questions, comments, or tips to ask@pawscorner.com

Senior Service Line Cash Those Old Savings Bonds by Matilda Charles

id you stash away savings bonds years ago? Do you know what they're worth now? While savings bonds used to be a great way to put money aside for the future, with the different interest rates and dates of maturity, it's all too easy to forget they're there. Paper bonds haven't been issued for years; they've all gone electronic. If you have paper bonds from long ago, there's a good chance they've matured. A few things to consider: • Paper bonds can add interest over and above the face value until they're finally mature, which is usually 30 years. If your paper bonds are very old, they could be worth much more than face value. • Cashing in the oldest bonds first is a mistake. They might still be earning great interest. • If you cash in a bond on the wrong day, you might be giving up six months of interest. • Since you pay federal taxes on the interest, cashing in too many at once can have tax consequences you might not expect

If you have paper savings bonds, your best bet is savings bonds.com It has loads of information to help you get the most cash out of your bonds, plus a complimentary bond calculator. If you set up an account, it will track your bonds and give you their current values. Perhaps its best feature is that it tells you the next time interest will be added. The last thing you want to do is cash in one right before the interest is posted. It will warn you what interest you need to report on your taxes before you cash them in. If you have paper bonds that you want to convert to electronic, you can do that too. Ask at your bank.

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Life Of Marci Part 2, Chapter 15 he dream from the night before weighed heavy on Marci’s mind as she went about her chores. After Mary Frances left with Leroy, Marci had brought him into the kitchen where she and Cora Mae were working on lunch. Isaiah, Jr. played in the floor with blocks of wood Marci had brought him from the tool shed in the corner of the kitchen until his grandfather came in for lunch. As soon as Isaiah, Jr. saw Frank he managed to stand up on his own and walk toward his grandfather. He wanted his grandfather to pick him up, but Frank could not lift him and instead he sat down at the table and helped Isaiah, Jr. climb into his lap. They sat at the table and ate lunch. This had become a regular routine for the two of them. At first Frank would feed him from his plate but eventually like children do when they are growing Isaiah, Jr. wanted his own plate, but still insisted on sitting in his grandfather’s lap. Marci and Cora Mae sat and ate their lunch while they watched Frank and Isaiah, Jr. “Well, have you thought anymore about going to the business school?” Cora Mae asked Marci. “I’m still thinking about it,” Marci said. “I believe it will be a good opportunity for you and we can take care of Isaiah Jr., while you are taking classes,” Cora Mae said waiting for a response from Marci. Not hearing anything back from Marci, Cora Mae continued her comments. “Frank said, Leray could teach you how to drive the truck and you could pick things up from the store on the way home in the evenings if we needed something,” Cora Mae said. “That might work, but I don’t want to leave Isaiah Jr.,” she told Cora Mae. “I understand how you feel, but I’m sure I can take care of him while you are gone for those few hours, especially now with Frank’s help,” Cora Mae responded back. Marci’s truck driving lesson’s started the next day. “Ok, you have to set the spark like this then set the cranking throttle, like this and then,” Leray told her before she stopped him. “Wait just a minute, I have to do what with the spark?” Marci asked him. It was a rough beginning for Marci, but after a few hours she began to catch on how to crank the farm truck. “I wish Mr. Frank would buy us one of those new trucks with an electric starter, but he said they cost too much,” Leray told Marci as she was turning the crank handle on the front of the truck for the 15th time. Over the next few days Marci became proficient with cranking and driving the truck around the farm. “Now for the real test, Mrs. Cora Mae wants some stuff from town and this will be your chance to drive on the road,” Leray said as he watched Marci crank the truck one morning for another driving lesson.

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Marci drove Leray to town and back with no problem. They picked up the supplies at Whiddon’s feed store and Smith’s Grocery with no problem. “I heard you have become very good at driving the farm truck,” Cora Mae, said to Marci at supper that night. “Yes Ma’am, now that I have figured out how to crank it, the driving and shifting gears is pretty easy,” Marci said to her. Over the next few weeks Marci would make several trips to town in the truck. After a couple of trips with Leray, she started to drive them by herself. “I need you to stop in town today and check on the business school,” Cora Mae told her. “That is if you still want to take those classes we talked about earlier?” Cora Mae added. Marci had been thinking a lot about taking those business classes and had decided that since Isaiah Jr. was now a little older it might be a good idea. “Besides, she may be right, I might need a vocation to help take care of Isaiah, Jr. one day,” she thought before she answered. Cora Mae had been hesitant to bring up the subject, but had decided that since Marci was now able to drive the truck on her own it would be the next logical comment. Marci did not answer her immediately, but after some hesitation she told Cora Mae that she would check with the school the next time she was in town. “That will be good and I need some flour and meal from town, so how about tomorrow?” Cora Mae said to her. “Good let’s check with Frank and see if he needs anything,” Cora Mae said in response to Marci. The next morning after breakfast Isaiah, Jr. went with her to the front porch when she started to leave. Cora Mae saw that Isaiah, Jr. had followed her to the porch. She picked Isaiah, Jr. up and held him as Marci kissed him on the forehead and then stepped off the porch. She turned around and waved at Isaiah, Jr. and was surprised to see him wave back. Once in town and after she had finished picking up the farm supplies, Marci stopped as planned at Straughn’s Business School in downtown Chipley. C.T. Straughn, the owner and principal of the school was standing at the receptionist counter when she entered the building. “Yes, ma’am what can we do for you?” Principal Straughn asked her as she approached the counter. “I’m here to find out about taking business classes,” Marci said to him.

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• It was computer guru Jef Raskin who made the following sage observation: “Imagine if every Thursday your shoes exploded if you tied them the usual way. This happens to us all the time with computers, and nobody thinks of complaining.” • The Secret Service is well-known today as the protector of the U.S. president, so you might be surprised to learn that it was originally established to fight counterfeit currency. • The world record for the most published works by a single author is held by L. Ron Hubbard (who also, incidentally, founded the Church of Scientology). His first work was published in February 1934, and his final work—number 1,084—was published in March 2006. • Doubtless you've heard of the Taj Mahal in India, but did you know that there is a tourist attraction in America that is so grand it is popularly known as the Taj Mahal of the

West? In 1968, a group of Hare Krishnas founded the New Vrindaban Community near Wheeling, West Virginia. Though they began on 100 acres with no electricity or running water, the community now covers more than 1,200 acres and features Prabhupada's Palace of Gold, an ornate edifice of gold, marble, and hand-carved teakwood. The awardwinning rose garden alone is said to be worth a trip. • Those who study such things claim that in the wild, animals don't die of old age. • The town of Key Largo, Florida, did not exist before the 1948 film of that name starring Humphrey Bogart made it famous. • Due to a series of earthquakes in 1811 and 1812, the Mississippi River ran backward for a time. *** Thought for the Day: “To fall in love is to create a religion that has a fallible god.” —Jorge Luis Borges

Trivia Test What? Which? Who? by Fifi Rodriguez

1. Anatomy: What are the four lobes of the cerebral cortex? 2. General Knowledge: Which month is Black History Month? 3. Literature: Which early American author wrote the The Scarlet Letter? 4. Chemistry: Which element is represented by the designation Cl? 5. Measurements: How long is a lunar month? 6. Science: What is the most abundant metal in the Earth's crust? 7. Music: Who wrote the 1962 song The Loco-Motion? 8. Geography: Which country is home of Great Bear Lake? 9. U.S. States: Which state claims to be the birthplace of aviation? 10. Business: What law requires banks to disclose the interest rates on loans? Answers 1. Frontal lobe, parietal lobe, occipital lobe, and temporal lobe 2. February 3. Nathaniel Hawthorne 4. Chlorine 5. 29.5 days

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Veteran’s Post Islands' Claims Appeals by Freddy Groves

aybe you didn't catch it on the news, but recently there was a Category 5 super typhoon in the Pacific Ocean that impacted the Northern Mariana Islands. FEMA declared it a disaster area, and the Department of Veterans Affairs just announced that they were prioritizing the appeals claims from veterans who live there. My thought was: Veterans? In the middle of the ocean? If you want to find the Marianas—aka Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands—on a map, they are just north of Guam in the Philippine Sea. I wondered: Who are they? How many veterans are there? According to the past census, the 15 islands had 685 veterans, with many more women than men. Half of them had been born there and were in effect going home after their service. Nineteen percent had a service connected disability rating, higher than stateside, and most had served in Vietnam or the Gulf. Of the FEMA assistance applications approved after this latest typhoon, the total dollars approved was just over

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Dear Dr. Roach: I am writing about platelet donations. As a way of giving back, I donate platelets. I was wondering if there is a time that a person should stop donating, based on age or difficulty. I am 61 years old, and the past three times I've donated, I felt uncomfortable in some way. Either my arm or wrist hurt, or I had a feeling of malaise during the donating process. One time, I was told that my platelet count was on the low side, but it was not any danger to my well-being. I feel well immediately afterward and do not have health issues, so my concern is whether this is somehow detrimental to my own health as I age. —S.B. Answer: Platelet donation generally is a very well-tolerated procedure. The platelets are removed from the donor's blood via a process called apheresis; a centrifuge separates the blood into four components: plasma (containing proteins), platelets, white blood cells, and red blood cells. For platelet donors, just the platelets are removed, and the rest of the blood components are returned to the donor. In order to keep the blood from clotting inside the machine, sodium citrate is added to the apheresis machine. This reduces the calcium, which is needed for blood clotting. However, some people can develop symptoms of low calcium during the apheresis. This can be treated by slowing the rate of donation, or by taking some oral calcium before donating. More-severe cases might require giving intravenous calcium to the patient via another IV catheter. The Food and Drug Administration recommends that people make no more than 24 donations per year, but there is good evidence that platelet donation is safe. I congratulate you on being a

community-minded citizen, and I can reassure you that you have very little short-term risk and essentially zero longterm risk from donating platelets, whatever your age. Donate as often as is comfortable, and try taking a calcium supplement before donating. *** Dear Dr. Roach: I have taken 5 mg zolpidem (Ambien) nightly for about three years. My doctor seems to think this is acceptable. I sleep five to six hours with this aid and function normally in the morning. Recently I was told that this drug has a cumulative effect on the body. Would you verify this? Over-the-counter sleep aids have no effect, and this drug seems to be the only way I can sleep. —D.M. Answer: Zolpidem and its cousins, eszopiclone (Lunesta) and zaleplon (Sonata), work for a relatively short time in the body before they are metabolized, so they do not build up in the body. They are mostly gone in the morning, and grogginess is not a problem for most people. However, people often develop a dependence on these medications; it becomes difficult to sleep without them. More importantly, they do increase the risk of falls and auto accidents, especially when used every day and in people over 65. I don't recommend them for the long term, and I have referred my patients who can't sleep without them to a sleep specialist, who sometimes (but not always) is able to find a better solution than daily Ambien. *** Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu To view and order health pamphlets, visit www.rbmamall.com

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