December 16, 2016 issue #636

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The Joy Of Christmas t’s that time of year, when remembering my precious children and how much Christmas meant to them, comes floating back. We were not a family of great means but one of happiness, for the most part. There was, however, one year when there was sickness in our home...

Measles. Mumps etc. from April until the next January—with one exception—Christmas Day! There were four children, the oldest was son, Gary. Gary rode a tricycle before he could walk and I had a song for him, Little ole Gary passing by… Next was Patricia (Patty), who inspired this particular poem I wrote. Then there was my baby girls.

So close in age was Terry (I called her Ellen), and the youngest, Phyllis. They grew to be the same size as each other, had their own language, walked together holding hands, and were a delight to all who greeted them and especially us.

I hope you have someone who inspire your life as they inspired mine and made each Christmas…

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The Best Christmas Ever!

by Kitty Burnette Maiden

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.

You Name It …by Kitty Maiden 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!

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.

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:

Ties to home and family and times around the Christmas tree Instilled in Patty Christmas joy she shared with every girl and boy.

“This is the best Christmas ever!”

Her love of Christmas giving grew and love for other people too.

Our daughter has a special way of sharing every holiday.

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?”

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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!”

Kitty Maiden is a staff writer for Seniors Today.

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What’s Happening Around Town…

Free Caregiver’s Days

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Holiday Worship

First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach is providing 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 Sat., Jan. 14; and Thurs., Feb. 16 at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach. For details, please call 386.677.3581, ext. 311.

Find out What’s New With Medicare during this free educational seminar presented by Debra Sephton, a Licensed General Agent and owner of Atlantic Benefit Consultants, LLC on Tues., Dec. 20 from 2–4 P.M. at Florida Hospital Flagler, Classrooms A/B, 60 Memorial Medical Pkwy., Palm Coast.

Learn about the often over-looked financial burden of healthcare during retirement and selecting appropriate senior healthcare coverages and more. For information or to RSVP, please call 386.

586.4440 or e-mail bill.tol@ahss.org

Are you looking for a warm, friendly church to celebrate your holidays? Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Rd., South Daytona invites you to attend their holiday services. Come on Sunday, Dec. 18 at 8 & 10 A.M. Each child will receive a gift and enjoy a special object lesson at 10 A.M. Christmas Eve at 6 P.M. is a Communion Service followed by a cookie and punch reception at 6:30 P.M. Then stay for the beautiful Christmas Eve. Candlelight Service beginning at 7 P.M. On Christmas Day plan to attend a 10 A.M. Heritage Christmas Service.

For more details, call 386.767.6542.

Dancing Join Bailey’s Best at the Schnebly Recreation Center in Daytona Beach every Friday for Adult/Senior Dancing.

The fun begins at 1:30 P.M. and runs until 3:30 P.M. The cost if $5 per person and includes refreshments. For more info, please call Dave at 386.214.2316.

Wellness Center Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center, 305 Memorial Medical Pkwy., Ste. 100, Daytona Beach now offers a Center For Health And Wellness with state of the art equipment, group fitness classes, specialty programs and training, and much more. They are now accepting SilverSneakers too! For hours, fees, and more information, call 386.231.3415.

New Lunch Bunch Lunch Bunch meets every Thursday at 12 NOON at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona and now there is a second location at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1205 Ridgewood Ave., Holly Hill. Just $5 gets you lunch and bingo with non-monetary prizes. RSVP by NOON the Tuesday prior to the church where you wish to attend.

Holy Cross, 386.767.6542 or Trinity, 386.255.7580.

Medicare Workshops Come find out how medicare works on Jan. 3 or Feb. 7 at 6 P.M.; or Jan. 4 or Feb. 8 at 10 A.M. at Great American Senior Benefits, 1930 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach. Seating fills fast! RSVP to 386.671.9150 or great americanpr@ yahoo.com and leave name and date you wish to attend.

Shores Senior Center Looking for some fun activities and a way to meet new friends? Then come to the Daytona Beach Shores Community Center at 3048 S. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach Shores. There are activities for all ages: Bingo, contract bridge, computer classes, line dancing, painting classes, card games, and much more.

They have pickleball courts too! For more information, or to hear about upcoming events, call 386.763.7597.

Ben Franklin Come learn about the Amazing Life Of Ben Franklin as told by Bill Weidner at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Rd., South Daytona on Jan. 16 at 7 P.M. Weidner, dressed in full costume, details all the interesting facts of Franklin’s life. Refreshments served after the event. For more details, call 386.761.4021.

Toastmasters Curious about Toastmasters? Join the Ormond Speechmasters for their Holiday Celebration on December 19 from 6–7:30 P.M. at Florida Memorial Hospital, 301 Memorial Parkway, Room A. Refreshments provided. Optional $5 gift exchange. RSVP not required. For details, call Cat at 386.299.5920.

E-books And More Learn how to download e-books, magazines, music, and movies to your personal device from 10:30 to 11:30 A.M. Tuesday, Dec. 20 at the New Smyrna Beach Regional Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway, New Smyrna Beach. The class will provide an overview of Axis360, Freading, Freegal, Hoopla, Overdrive, Zinio, and Access Video. Participants should bring their personal device, library card, and personal identification number, and their username and password for iTunes, Google Play, Barnes & Noble, or Amazon. Registration is required; call 386.424.2910, option 4.

Free Movies

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The New Smyrna Beach Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway will show Hollywood films in December. The movies will be shown at 2 P.M. on Dec. 16, 23, and 30. Reservations are not required.

For movie titles, call 386.424.2910, option 4.

Quit Smoking Get ready for the new year! It’s the perfect time for a new start. FREE sixweek Quit Smoking class at Florida Hospital Memorial, or Stewart Marchman ACT. Free patches, lozenges, and gum! FREE quit plan, workbook, water bottle, stress ball, and more. For times and dates at each location and to register, call Northeast Florida AHEC at 904.482.0189. Make a new start in the new year and get healthy!

Diabetes Support Join Florida Hospital Flagler for a diabetes support group the first Thursday of each month at 9 A.M. at Florida Hospital Flagler, Classroom A, 60 Memorial Medical Pkwy., Palm Coast.

The group is open to those diagnosed with diabetes, their caregivers, and anyone looking to learn more about diabetes.

It is led by a diabetes educator and topics include nutrition, medications, new monitoring devices, research updates, and the emotional aspects of diabetes. The group is free to attend and an RSVP is not required. To learn more, please call 386.231.3178.

Lilian Place Tours Come enjoy a beautiful Candlelight tours on Sun., Dec. 18 from 1–5 P.M. of decorated the 1884 Lilian Place Museum, 1000 S. Peninsula, Daytona Beach. Learn about holiday customs of Daytona in the 1800s. Enjoy a snow village, music, refreshments, Christmas crafts, and gift shop sale. Free for members, $5 for nonmembers. For more information, call 386.256.4810.

Pinterest Learn how to use Pinterest during a free class from 10:30 to 11:30 A.M. Thursday, Dec. 22, at the New Smyrna Beach Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway.

Library staff will explain how to create boards, pin, and follow and search for other boards. Registration is required; call 386.424.2910, option 4.

December 16, 2016—Seniors Today—Page 5 Protect Your Assets From The Grave client says, “I want to leave everything to my daughter when I die, no strings attached. Oh, and if she dies, gets divorced or gets sued, I want it protected.” The client does not realize the request is contradictory.

Unless specific language is added to a will or trust holding the assets in trust for the beneficiaries, the assets are distributed. Once distributed, the creator of the will or trust has no control. Can one protect assets beyond the grave? Yes. The client could add a provision in the will or trust that maintains the assets in trust, rather than distributing them to the beneficiaries. When the creator of the will or trust dies, the special trust becomes active and continues according to its terms.

There are a number of choices about how distributions will be made. The client can provide that the trustee will distribute income, or income and principal, for education, health and living expenses, and perhaps will distribute all or large portions of principal as the beneficiaries reach certain ages, or on other conditions. It can provide for specific distributions instead of discretionary distributions. The discretion of the trustee should not be too open, and

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the beneficiary should not be the trustee.

If the trust looks like it is actually available to the beneficiary without restriction, a creditor might challenge the protection.

Most trusts contain “spendthrift” provisions, which provide that a beneficiary cannot pledge trust assets, and a creditor of the beneficiary cannot access the assets. Florida law does not permit the grantor of a trust to obtain protection from the grantor’s own creditors.

Once a distribution is made to the beneficiary, it is no longer protected, and if a creditor takes the time and effort to continually monitor distributions, the creditor may be able to obtain distributed assets.

Thus, if it is important to protect assets from the grave, it can be done.

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Page 6—Seniors Today—December 16, 2016 Is This The Party To Whom I’m Speaking?

Probably Not!

by George & Peggy Goldtrap emember the old days when you could dial a number and a real live, human being would answer? Remember how helpful that was? If so, you must be really old. Now, if you digit a number, a robot will reply… something like this: Hello, welcome to Blah, Blah International. Your call is very important to us.

To better assist you, listen to the following menus. There are 1,000 in our phone bank, so get a cup of coffee and relax. The reply is also available in Spanish, Swahili, Turkergestani, Sioux, and Martian.

Good afternoon. My name is Marble Head. How may we assist you? You can say something like: I don’t like my brother.

Press 1. Or, my last bill was ridiculously absurd. Press 2. Got it? Now, how can I better assist you?

I say in English… ‘Human please’.

There is a pause. I hear you say: Hunan peas? If that’s correct press 1, if incorrect, press 2.

‘HUMAN PLEASE,’ I say again… this time louder.

Human? I understand you to say Human. I’m sorry, but the number you’ve dialed does not recognize Humans. Now, is there anything else I can help you with?

Say flight plans? Prescription services?

Acid reflux? A beach condo share? Publishers Cleaning House?

‘I need to speak to a live human being.’

I’m sorry; we seem to be having a communication problem. Please hold while I get someone to assist you. (Soft rock music combined with static.)

‘Excellent,’ at last.

Sound effects… dialing and typing, all fake, of course.

Hello, I’m Num Scule, may I assist you?

Num, I have a problem.

I hear that, but before we get started I need your social security number, name, address, zip code, name of the last professor you had in college, and the blood type of the incoming President.

I don’t have time for that. I need medical service.

Great. You’ve called the right department. What is the nature of your medical emergency?

I’m in the middle of I-95. The car has broken down. An 18-wheeler ran over my foot and took it to the next exit. I need an ambulance and a shoe repairman.

I can certainly see how that would be upsetting. How long have you been in the middle of the Interstate? Less than an hour, press 1; more than an hour, press 2.

No, please don’t leave me.

Sir, I have to route you to the appropriate department. Please press 1 to listen to our manual for correct and swift routing.

Hello, and welcome to terrified on the Interstate emergency department. My name is… (unintelligible, foreign accent. I suspect he’s from Boileroum.)

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Happy Talk …by George & Peggy Goldtrap #@^*/@!)! I don’t care who you are, get me off this interstate.

I’d love to help you but I must know who you are.

Why, to notify next of kin?

No, so I can be certain that you are a licensed driver and a current member of our road rage department.

I am a live, currently, human being who is a member of your group that guarantees my safety is your primary concern.

I’m terrified and agitated and experiencing heart palpitations.

I’m going to need some information.

What is your membership number?

I can’t move my arms. If I do they’ll be ripped off and on their way to Jacksonville.

I’m afraid to reach in my pants pocket because I can’t feel my legs. I’m only assuming they’re still there. Please just send emergency services.

Okay, I’m checking your phone number right now. Yes. Are you Phillip Snarly of Port Neerbi?

No! No, NO! Sir, our records show this number belongs to Phillip Snarly of Port Neerbi.

I just bought this phone off Craigslist.

Sir, I’m sorry I’m not authorized to help you unless I can verify your membership OR unless you’d like to upgrade to a 4 point plan that will ensure world-wide safety even in case of enemy insurrection in 3rd world countries. Would you like to hear more about this plan?

No! I’d like to get off this Interstate alive. Wait. Sir? There’s a break in the traffic. I hear sirens. An officer is approaching. Thank heavens. Help is coming. I’m going to live.

That’s great, sir. May I put you on hold for a moment while I bring my supervisor on line?

Is there anything else I can assist you with today?

So far you haven’t done anything.

Would you like to participate in a brief survey after we hang up? You’d be eligible for a 3 night stay in beautiful Lake Leek’n.

No! I just want to go home and change my slacks.

Well, Sir, thank you for calling Giant v.

David Insurance Company. Please call us anytime or refer to our impossible to navigate website, built by blind cave bats, transcribed and printed in 4 point type so you’ll never ever spot our mistakes.

I’m terrified, disgusted, angry, mentally violated!

Great, glad I could help you—Thanks, and have a good day.

Officer: Good afternoon. Drivers license, insurance card, and registration please.

Ugggg!

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Antiques Shorter Teapot Q:I have inherited a teapot that is marked “Shorter & Son LTD/Stoke-On-Trent/ Made in Great Britain.” It is very colorful and in excellent condition. What can you tell me about the Shorter Company, and how much do you think my teapot is worth?

—Audrey, Grand Junction, Colorado A: Arthur Shorter opened his ceramic workshop in Hanley in about 1874. Several years later he established a partnership with James Bolton and together they began producing majolica. During the 1930s, the company made novelty pieces that used bright, vivid colors and interesting designs. Mabel Leigh was one of the artists, and her work has become quite collectible.

Your teapot is probably slip-cast and an example of earthenware. According to Bergesen’s Price Guide Of British Ceramics, teapots such yours are valued in the $75 to $150 range depending, of course, on the design and condition. *** Q:I purchased a windup music statue of Mary that is white with gold trim. It plays Ave Maria and was made by the Franklin Mint. I paid $25 for it, and wonder if I got a bargain.

—Dan, Bethalto, Illinois

A: It is a bargain if you are pleased with the purchase, but don’t plan on paying off the mortgage on your house because of its value. Most of the items made by Franklin Mint are what I call instant collectibles and difficult to sell on the secondary market. In my opinion, buying instant collectibles as an investment is a bad idea.

Test what I have just written by taking your music box to antique and consignments shops in your region to see if there is any interest. Don't get me started about collector plates. *** Q:I bought a book titled How Private George W. Peck Put Down The Rebellion. It is medium condition. Is it worth anything? —Sylvia, Thurman, Ohio A: Since you provided me with partial information—leaving out such vital facts as the name of the publisher—I will give you a partial answer. I found dozens of copies of this book, mostly for less than $20 each, at www.abe.com If your copy is a first edition, it would be worth more.

Write to Larry Cox in care of KFWS, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803, or send e-mail to questionsforcox@aol.com Due to the large volume of mail he receives, Mr. Cox cannot personally answer all reader questions, nor does he do appraisals. Do not send any materials requiring return mail.

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The guest speaker for this program, Ms. Debra Sephton, is a Licensed General Agent and owner of Atlantic Benefit Consultants, LLC, an Independent Life and Health Insurance Agency located in Palm Coast.

In this educational event Ms. Sephton will address the oftenoverlooked financial burden of healthcare during retirement and the importance of selecting appropriate Senior Healthcare Coverage.

It will be a generic conversation focusing on the options available to assist Medicare beneficiaries; the differences between Medicare Supplements, Medicare Advantage Plans and Medicare Pharmaceutical Drug Plans. The basics of Medicare will be reviewed as well as the new 2017 changes. The presenters are not connected with the Federal Medicare Program.

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The time to plan is now. Millions of Americans require long-term care at some point during their lifetime. This type of care includes assistance with everyday activities like bathing, dressing, and eating, or supervision due to a severe cognitive impairment like Alzheimer’s disease. Surprisingly, the type of care

ith today’s technology, staying in touch with loved ones around the country— and the world—is easier than it’s ever been. We are connected to each other virtually day and night—from cell phones and video calls to social media, texting, and e-mail. While we may rely on this technological closeness throughout the year, the holidays offer a unique opportunity to sit and spend time with family members, particularly older family members, whom we don’t see on a regular basis. This faceto-face time provides a chance to connect, catch up, and observe behaviors that may go undetected This chart can help you assess your loved one’s strengths and needs. over the phone or through e-mail. Certain changes in needed to provide assistance with these these behaviors from year to year may activities can be expensive and is generally not covered by traditional health indicate a need for long-term care.

While each passing year will show plans or Medicare. In many cases, taksome changes in an older family mem- ing care of an older relative often falls ber’s capabilities and function, the table on family members or friends. Howat right provides common changes in ever, depending on the location of fambehavior to watch for to get a better ily members and friends, this support idea of where your loved ones stand is often not available or may be a bigger functionally. It’s important not to focus challenge than many expect or are willon the behavior itself, but rather the ing to take on. change in that behavior compared to Take a closer look what is considered normal for that perBy paying attention to some common son. For example, someone who has behaviors, you can begin to determine always been quiet and somewhat intro- the level of care needed. As a family, the verted would be held to a different stan- conversation can begin on how to work dard than someone who is usually very out a plan to support and care for your outgoing and conversational, but now loved ones needs. Being one step ahead seems withdrawn and isolated. Based on will save pain and heartache.

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What’s In The Stars For The Week Of December 19 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your curiosity might not be appreciated by everyone. Expect some resistance in getting answers to your questions. You need facts in order to make a decisions.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Some of the mystery surrounding your recent fiscal situation will be dispelled with a clear explanation. Use this new knowledge to help you chart a financial course.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Start your gift-buying. This will help get you into the holiday spirt and get you ready for family visits. A family member has important information.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Use more sense in how you plan to spend your end-of-the-year holiday dollars.

Meanwhile, you continue to gain support for your stand on a workplace issue.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Wearing that big, loving Lion's heart of yours on your sleeve leaves it unprotected.

Let things develop a little more before you allow your emotions to spill over.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) You might feel you're not ready to patch up an unraveled relationship. The longer you wait, the more difficult it will be for all parties to take the first healing step.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Your endof-the-year holiday plans could be disrupted by something out of your control, but stay the course. Ultimately, things will settle back into a normal pace.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Your honest approach to a workplace project earns you both respect and credit. Meanwhile, that personal problem still needs to be dealt with.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Money could be a little tight this month.

This means the usually bargain-oblivious Sagittarian should look for ways to save on end-of-the-year holidays.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Examine the facts, and you might find that it's a wiser move to shift gears and redirect some of your goals. Someone close to you offers good advice.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Be careful that your generosity is not abused. Find out more, both about the special favors you might be asked to grant and who is asking for them.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) You've come through a recent rough time in great shape. Congratulations. Now go out and enjoy your well-earned rewards.

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WWII Veteran Recognized Special to Seniors Today hyllis Lee sat quietly enjoying her dinner and pleasant conversation with her daughter and son-inlaw in her room at the E.T. York Care Center. Up until that point, she had spent the 241st anniversary of the founding of the United States (U.S.) Marine Corps visiting with family. Soon she would be joined by Haven Hospice Veteran Volunteer Ted Rogers to celebrate her service in the U.S. Marine Corps Women’s Reserve which was created in 1943. It wasn’t until the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act of 1948, that women were permitted to serve as full members of the U.S. Armed Forces.

Lee was born in Illinois but raised in DeLand. She joined the United States Marine Corps Women’s Reserve in 1943 and served until the end of World War II in 1945.

She drove trucks during her time in the service while stationed in Norfolk, Virginia. “I really loved driving the Jeeps the most,” said Lee. “After I got out of the service, I bought a 1947 Jeep. I rode in it for the DeLand Veterans’ Day Parade for years.”

Lee’s story about her enlistment was unconventional. “I enlisted in the Marines after a girlfriend of mine dared me to,” said Lee who recently celebrated her 93rd birthday. “We both planned on joining. She wasn’t 18 yet, so the recruiters sent her home, but I decided I still wanted to join.”

She had the distinct honor of being a member of the second group of women to join the U.S. Marine Corps Women’s Reserve. Lee has always taken a lot of pride in being a Marine. When someone mentioned her life after the U.S. Marine Corps Lee quipped, “Once a Marine, always a Marine.”

Lee’s daughter shared several stories about her mother that embodied that statement. One of the stories she shared involved a trip to a museum in Washington, D.C. “She took exception to one of the uniforms in the museum,” said Lee’s daughter Deborah Goforth. “She noticed that one of the women’s World War II uniforms did

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Lee enjoyed sharing sea stories with Haven Hospice Veteran Volunteer Ted Rogers who performed the veteran-to-veteran pinning ceremony. After calling the room to attention, Rogers read the veteran recognition certificate aloud, thanked Lee for her service and finished the ceremony by saluting her. The Haven Hospice Pinning Ceremony for veteran patients includes a veteran pin, a thank you card signed by the staff, and a certificate of appreciation from Haven Hospice.

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Senior Service Line Alone for the Holidays

by Matilda Charles

hat are your plans for the holidays? Big celebration with lots of family flying in from many locations? Having holiday dinners at the home of a child who's now taken over those duties? Jetting off on a lavish vacation? Or will you be alone over the holidays?

Some of us dread the holidays, not only because we'll be alone, but because they're not what they used to be— children grown and gone, grandchildren too far away.

The key for many of us to get through the holidays is to stay busy. Here are a few ideas: • Check the calendar at the local senior center and mark the events you'd like to attend.

Especially consider going on any trip they've organized. Daytrips can be a great break, and you don't have to drive.

• Make calls now about volunteering, before

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all the positions are filled. Santa fund organizations often need people to deliver children's gifts if the parents have no car, or you can sort and wrap toys. Many churches host free holiday dinners and need cooks or servers. Does the humane society need dog walkers to fill in? The hospital might need extra help, even if you don't have a medical background. Even the library might need help keeping books shelved.

• Look in the newspaper for free holiday performances and take a friend along. Put an ad in the paper offering pet care. Many people don't want to board their cats or dogs. Offer to lead a singalong at a rehab center or children's hospital wing.

Load up the car with friends who don't drive and go see the Christmas lights.

• Don't pack every day with nonstop activities, however. Take some time to yourself to rejuvenate, kick back, read, snack on holiday treats, or watch movies on TV.

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Moments In Time Queen Of Mean The History Channel

• On Dec. 12, 1989, Leona Helmsley, nicknamed the Queen Of Mean by the press, receives a four-year prison sentence, 750 hours of community service, and a $7.1 million tax-fraud fine in New York. Helmsley had once quipped that “only the little people pay taxes.”

• On Dec. 13, 1621, the first American fur exports leave for England aboard the Fortune, only to be stolen by the French. The colonists later traded with Native Americans, exchanging corn for beaver skins, which were in turn sold in England.

• On Dec. 14, 1799, the first U.S. president, George Washington, dies at his Mount Vernon estate in Virginia. Two days earlier, he'd ridden out into freezing sleet and later refused to change out of his wet clothes. The next day he developed a severe respiratory infection.

• On Dec. 15, 1998, after nearly 14 hours of debate, the House of Representatives approves two articles of

impeachment against President Bill Clinton. The charges of lying under oath and obstructing justice stemmed from testimony about his affair with former White House intern Monica Lewinsky. The Senate later acquitted him of both charges.

• On Dec. 16, 1811, near New Madrid, Missouri, an estimated 8.6 magnitude earthquake slams the region, raising and lowering parts of the Mississippi Valley by as much as 15 feet. The quake temporarily reversed the direction of the Mississippi River, giving rise to Reelfoot Lake in Tennessee.

• On Dec. 17, 1903, near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, Orville and Wilbur Wright make the first successful flight in history of a self-propelled, heavierthan-air aircraft. It stayed aloft for 12 seconds and covered 120 feet.

• On Dec. 18, 1777, the new United States celebrates its first national day of thanksgiving, commemorating the American victory at the Battle of Saratoga after the surrender of 5,000 British troops.

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Pet Care Holiday Temptations

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Dear Paw's Corner: I know you warn people every holiday season about the dangers of their pets ingesting certain foods, like chocolate, onions, and grapes. I wanted to share my experience from last Thanksgiving, when my terrier, Blake, sneaked into the kitchen and started eating leftovers off of plates piled on the counter.

We were alerted by the crash of several plates onto the floor. Fortunately, we stopped Blake from trying to lick up spilled food amid the shattered dishes, but he had eaten a lot of high-fat foods —stuffing, gravy, you name it—that were loaded with spices, onions, and other ingredients.

I kept a close eye on Blake over the next several hours, and made sure the emergency vet's number was on hand.

Sure enough, Blake started looking lethargic and vomited; we put him in the car and drove right to the vet. Because I called ahead, they were able to treat him immediately, and he recovered without any lasting problems.

I hope my experience can help other pet owners as the busy, distracting holiday season descends on us.

—Relieved Mom in Pittsburgh Dear Relived Mom: It certainly can!

Thank you for sharing your experience.

Keeping the emergency veterinarian's number close by—added to a mobile phone's contact list, written next to other key numbers on the refrigerator—is very important during holidays, when many vets' offices are closed.

Of course, because holiday gatherings can be distracting, it may be best to keep pets in a secure, comfortable area away from loud noise and tempting foods.

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Veteran’s Post VA Bungles Solar Projects y harvesting the sun's rays and converting them into electricity, solar panels can mean big savings on electrical costs. To get those savings, however, the solar projects have to actually be completed. The Office of Inspector General for the Department of Veterans Affairs investigated 11 solar projects undertaken by the VA and rated them on the end result.

These projects had been awarded between 2010 and 2013. Between 2010 and 2015, the VA spent $408 million.

By March of 2016, only two of the 11 projects were up and running.

Solar projects are designed to be completed in less than 372 days. The projects the VAOIG inspected (at least the ones that were finished) had an average completion time of 1,269 days.

In Arkansas, an $8 million solar panel project had been created in the parking lot. It was never activated because it had to be dismantled when a new parking garage was built. The finish date was to be May 2013, and cost overruns are already at $1.5 million.

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The state's historic preservation office got involved and required modifications to the plan, something nobody apparently considered. The solar array started producing electricity in 2015.

In Florida, a project was delayed for almost five years because no one realized that the roof of the parking garage would need to be raised to accommodate buses.

So on, through another half dozen projects. In one, the connection point wasn't indicated on the plans. Another has been delayed 28 months so far, with one problem being welds versus bolts.

The VAOIG issued four suggestions for future improvement. The interim assistant secretary for management disagreed with two of them, including doing a lessons-learned analysis.

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Strange But True Sparkle & Shine

by Samantha Weaver

• It was 20th-century Swiss-American psychiatrist Elisabeth Kubler-Ross who made the following observation: “People are like stained-glass windows: They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light within.”

• At the outbreak of World War I, American financier August Belmont, Jr. volunteered for the U.S. Army —at the age of 64. He served in France as a major in the Army Air Service. His wife was so proud that when one of their mares, Mahubah, gave birth to a colt in 1917, she named it in honor of her husband, not realizing that Man o' War would become one of the greatest racehorses of all time.

• You doubtless know that a placebo is a pill or substance that is given to a patient like a medication, but in fact has no physical effect. Most people, however, haven't heard of a nocebo —a similarly harmless substance that might make patients sick because they think it will.

• It's not unknown for temperatures during a Siberian summer to exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

• Almost a thousand years before Johannes Gutenberg introduced mechanical moveable type to Europe, people in Asia were already printing messages set in type. The oldest recorded such piece, from China, translates as Beware Of Dog. • You might be surprised to learn that the oldest public university in the United States is the University of North Carolina.

Thought for the Day: “There is no human being who, as a result of desiring to build a better life, should be named or declared illegal.”

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Here’s An Idea Display Christmas Card

by JoAnn Derson

• A holiday reminder: Freezy equals flaky when it comes to baked goods.

Pie crusts, biscuits, even shortbread cookies turn out better when you keep ingredients very cold (not actually frozen, though). For items that you want soft and light, like cakes, let ingredients (butter, eggs) come to room temperature for best results.

• Recipe substitution: For ricotta in Italian pasta dishes, try pureeing cottage cheese instead.

• “Add a shake or two of cinnamon to chili this season. It really enhances the flavor, and my family has enjoyed great renown locally for our recipe.”

—E.L. in Texas • You can refill your foaming hand soap by watering down budget shampoo. Really. It's super-cheap, smells great, and lasts forever. If you don't have a foaming hand soap dispenser, cut down on the amount of soap that comes out with each pump by wrapping a rubber band around the pump.

• Here's an easy DIY decoration that really makes a table—candles. Simply wrap the label area of your empty wine bottles with your favorite wrapping paper of the season, then stick a tapered candlestick into the top.

Surround with painted pinecones for a beautiful centerpiece.

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Happy Holidays From

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By Tasha Mitchell s parents, we want our children to be grateful for all the blessings in their lives.

We tell them they are lucky, that other kids are not so fortunate, but we fear they aren't listening. In her story Adolescent Awakening, in our book about the ways our moms have helped and supported us, Tasha Mitchell describes her mom's smart strategy for getting the message of gratitude across. She writes: Growing up, I wanted to be just like my mom. She was kind and compassionate.

People always seemed to feel comfortable in her presence. For years, she was a volunteer in our community. I loved going to the local nursing home with her to help while she taught the residents a ceramics class.

Their eyes lit up when Mama walked through the door. The ladies, their lips stained crimson, would gossip and snicker as they painted their pottery. I looked forward to those days.

Until I hit my preteen years. Suddenly, I was too caught up in my adolescent world to worry about helping others. On one particular summer day, when I was 12, Mama came into my room and told me to get up, get dressed, and meet her at the car.

I had planned to spend the day at the lake with friends. Why did she have to ruin everything? Eventually, I made my way outside. The sun was stifling. I imagined the cool, crisp lake water relieving my sweltering skin. Irritated, I climbed into the car and slammed the door shut. We sat in silence. I was too upset to make conversation.

“Tasha, would you like to know where we are going?” Mama asked calmly.

“I guess,” I muttered under my breath.

“Sweetheart, we are going to volunteer at a children's shelter today. I have been there before and I think it would benefit you to visit,” she explained.

I felt a knot slowly form in my stomach. How was I supposed to help there?

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Maybe this wasn't going to be so bad.

Mama rang the doorbell. As we stood waiting, my hands began to sweat. I wasn't sure if it was the summer heat or the anticipation of what I was about to encounter.

Moments later, the heavy oak door flew open and we were greeted by a plump woman with fiery red hair and sapphire eyes.

She led us to the front room where all of the children were playing. Toys were spread out across the floor. I noticed a baby whose body was scarred with iron marks. I was told it was because she wouldn't stop crying. I cringed at the thought. The majority of the children had noticeable physical scars such as dark bruises, deep scratches, and blistering burns. Others hid their emotional wounds.

As I took in my surroundings, I felt a gentle tug on my shirt. I looked down to see a little girl with brown eyes looking up at me.

“Hi. I am Ashley. You wanna play dolls with me?” she asked, her cherub face beaming.

I looked over at Mama for reinforcement. She smiled and nodded.

I turned back toward the young girl and whispered: “Sure. I would love to play dolls.”

Her tiny hand reached up and grabbed mine, as if to comfort me. We walked toward the dollhouse.

My mom taught me a valuable lesson that summer. I returned to the shelter with her several times. During those visits, some of the children shared their troubled pasts with me in great detail and I learned to be grateful for all that I had. Today, as I strive to instill values and morals in my own child, I reflect back to that experience. It was a profound time in my young life that I will never forget.

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Dear Dr. Roach: I am a reasonably healthy 66-year-old male. I walk 5 miles a day. I have no knee problems. My doctor says I am walking too much and will wear out my knees.

Do you agree?

—M.D. Answer: No, I don't agree at all. I think I understand why your doctor said that: osteoarthritis, the most common arthritis in the knee, used to be considered a wear-and-tear injury, and if that were the case it might make sense to protect your joints by not overdoing it. However, we believe now that osteoarthritis is caused by an injury to the joint, not by regular exercise. More importantly, studies show clearly that people who are very active don't have higher arthritis rates than sedentary people. Most important of all, people with osteoarthritis who exercise get better, not only in pain and stiffness levels, but also in ability to walk.

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If you can’t control events, then surrender and concentrate on what you can control. If psychic stress isn’t managed, it triggers nutritional stress. Brain chemistry shifts and refined carbohydrate food cravings ensue. Make sure, if you are going to “make lemonade,” that you make it without high fructose corn syrup or worse—aspartame. No lemonade lite.

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Dr. Richard Johnson, Nephrologist, University of Colorado, makes it crystal clear in the August 2013 edition of National Geographic: America is addicted to sugar. The entire issue is dedicated to this substance. If your goal is a calm demeanor for yourself and family, then we need to understand how sugar has been carefully crafted and marketed to exploit this addiction. In 1870 the average American consumed 47 pounds of sugar per year. Currently, we are pushing 85 pounds per year. This is 22 to 25 teaspoons for every man, woman, and child in the U.S. every day!

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LOVE WHOLE FOODS anic o g r O ‘n G b Gra n-Free e Glut ners Din

and Latte Love Cafes TWO LOCATIONS:

677-5236

Cafe Winner s 5 Star IIIII

275 Williamson Blvd. • Ormond Beach

767-6543 1633 Taylor Rd. • Port Orange (Across From Westgate Publix. Just West Of I-95. Exit 256)

Mitch Booth is the owner of Love Whole Foods in Ormond Beach and Port Orange—the area’s largest organic and gluten free food stores.

Mon-Fri—9 to 7, Sat—9 to 6, Sun—11 to 5 Visit our website at lovewholefoods.com