December 30, 2016 issue

The Senior Newspaper Serving Volusia & Flagler Counties For 25 Years—COMPLIMENTARY COPY

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December 30, 2016

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Welcome The New Year emories of Christmas with a young family used to be something like this:

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Up on the housetop lights are strung…

In your home the carols sung…

Children awaiting patiently…

For Santa’s reindeer, a sight to see Ho Ho Ho, we had a “go”…

Ho Ho Ho, wouldn’t you know That years have a way of changing things…

Let’s wait and see what the new year brings.

It’s been a busy time of year, with Christmas holiday events and deadlines coming earlier. I looked back to my 2013 article to consider how much had changed in three years. It said: We’ve just experienced the “Best Christmas Ever” and find ourselves remembering years of growth and change.

Growth? Change? In 2016, would we have ever expected there would be such an up-hill battle between a man and woman for the presidency of the United States? Could we have imagined Christmas shopping could be done online?

Still, we are asking the same questions regarding our future. In 2013, plans were based on references to Ryan’s 2013 budget. (Details omitted for this year’s article.) Our questions were: Will the year bring prosperity? Will there be tax reform to lower our individual taxes? Will there be a new form of updated education? Wonder if anyone ever thought of on-the-job training as the most practical form of education in our new technical world?

FYI—the 2013 article, shows how little has been done to change things.

Will 2017 bring back “middle class” America as we have seen it? A definition of middle-class is “largely attributable to the nature of occupations.

Middle class values tend to emphasize independence, adherence to intrinsic standards, valuing innovation, and respecting non-conformity.” The middle-class is influential, encompassing the majority of voters, writers, teachers, journalists, and editors.”

Now, as our world goes through multiple changes, we don’t know what to expect. We didn’t know what to buy family and friends for Christmas so we doled out restaurant and shopping cards with the amount registered on the cards.

The problem with monetary cards is they are as easy to lose as they are to use!

All in all, we are grateful to have been a part of the American dream, enjoying freedom of speech and a lifetime of working on and with our innovative

You Name It …by Kitty Maiden

talents as well as working out our individual problems with reasonable solutions. To paraphrase a well-known song, we have spent years welcoming the New Year with the old Scottish ballad, Auld Lang Syne. The 2017 version should go something like this: We often wish we could go back to happy days of old But new technology is here and media broke the mold Hang on as we go through the year, get ready for the flight. Let’s give our all and do our best to make it come out right!

To all our family, friends, and you, A HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

Kitty Maiden is a staff writer for Seniors Today.

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What’s Happening Around Town…

Community Breakfast Grace Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care, 1321 Herbert Street, Port Orange is hosting a Pancakes & Parfaits Community Breakfast on Saturday, January 28 from 8:30 to 10:30 A.M. Stop by for some breakfast and then you can take a tour of their beautiful community! For questions and more information, call Jennifer Baker, CRD at 386.310.4995.

Free Caregiver’s Days 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; Thurs., Feb. 16; and Thurs., Mar. 23 at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach. For details, please call 386.677.3581, ext. 311.

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.

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 fun and interesting facts of Franklin’s life. Refreshments served after the event. For more details, call 386.761.4021.

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.

Acupuncture Seminars

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A free educational acupuncture seminars, presented by Dr. Lorenzo Phan, are from 10 A.M. to noon on Wednesdays, Jan. 11, 18, and 25 at the Acupuncture & Skin Care Clinic, 725 W. Granada Blvd., Suite 15, Ormond Beach. Dr. Phan has a strong passion to educate our local communities on the therapeutic values and effectiveness how acupuncture and herbal remedies benefit to our body.

The topics and dates are listed below: Wednesday, Jan 11: Weight Loss & Smoke Cessation; Wednesday, Jan. 18: Spinal Pain and Post Operative Pain; and Wednesday, Jan. 25: Shoulder & Hip Pain. Seating is limited. This is a one-time annual event. Reservations are recommended. Free demonstration for all attendees. Please call, 386.615.

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You are invited to an educational seminar called Election Attitude presented by Dr. John R. Patrick. Patrick's 35-year career at IBM placed him at the forefront of the Internet revolution.

As Vice President for Internet Technology, he became an influential force behind the rapid adoption of the Internet. In early 2016, Patrick became interested in the American system for registration and voting. In his newest book, Election Attitude: How Internet Voting Leads To A Stronger Democracy, Dr. Patrick explores how we register and vote in America on Wed., Jan. 25 from 2–4 P.M. at Florida Hospital Flagler, Classrooms A/B, 60 Memorial Medical Pkwy., Palm Coast. The first 65 to RSVP and attend the seminar will received a FREE signed copy of Dr. Patricks’ book! For information or to RSVP, please call 386.586.4440 or e-mail bill.tol@ahss.org

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Volusia County Animal Services is accepting appointments at its new spay/ neuter clinic located at 1250 Indian Lake Road, Daytona Beach. The state-of-theart clinic will provide low-cost and reduced-fee animal sterilization to residents of unincorporated areas of Volusia County and the cities of DeLand and South Daytona. Residents must show proof of income and meet income eligibility guidelines. Prices are based on income. For information or to make an appointment, call 386.323.3575 or visit www.volusia.org/animalcontrol

Deltona library offers free computer classes. Adults can learn computer basics during free beginner classes at the Deltona Regional Library, 2150 Eustace Ave., Deltona.

The hour-long classes will address these topics: • Introduction To The Internet: 9:30 A.M., Wednesday, Jan. 11 • PowerPoint 1: 9:30 A.M., Wednesday, Jan. 18 • Microsoft Office Word 1: 9:30 A.M., Saturday, Jan. 21 • Introduction To Computers (in Spanish): 9:30 A.M., Wednesday, Jan. 25 Reservations are not required. For more information, call the library at 386.

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Are You At Risk Of Losing Your Legs?

More than 160,000 amputations are performed every year as a result of Peripheral Arterial Disease. Please join Dr. Robert Feezor and Dr. Messiner in discussing the signs and symptoms, Jan. 16, 11 A.M at Good Samaritan Society, 325 S. Segrave St., Daytona Beach.

Seating is limited. Please RSVP by Jan. 13 by calling 386.253.6791. Lunch will be provided.

Celtic Voyage Washboard and banjo duo Cracked Walnuts will present a free concert Celtic Voyage, a musical visit to the British Isles, at 3 P.M. Sat., Jan. 7 at VIA Hall, 126 E. Halifax Ave., Oak Hill. Jeff and Jan Ausfahl will offer songs, stories, and humor from Ireland and Scotland.

You will also hear guitar, penny whistle, concertina, rattles, and bodhran (Irish drum) too! For more information, call the library at 386.424.2916.

Support Groups 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!

Alzheimer's Support Do you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s? Join VITAS and Grace Manor, 1321 Herbert Street, for a support group on Thur., Jan. 26 from 2:30 to 3:30 P.M. For details, call Jennifer Baker, CRD at 386.310.4995.

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Pink Martini Is A Rollicking Around-The-World Musical Adventure…

Special to Seniors Today he Peabody is proud to present the biggest little orchestra around—Pink Martini —featuring lead singer China Forbes January 18 at 7:30 P.M. Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world—crossing genres of classical, jazz, and old-fashioned pop– Thomas Lauderdale founded Pink Martini in 1994 to provide more beautiful and inclusive musical soundtracks for political fund-raisers for causes such as civil rights, affordable housing, the environment, libraries, public broadcasting, education, and parks.

Twenty years later, Pink Martini still tours the world, singing in 22 languages

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at opera houses, concert halls, film festivals, museums, and fashion shows. In 2014, Pink Martini was inducted into both the Hollywood Bowl Hall Of Fame and the Oregon Music Hall Of Fame.

Ticket prices are $49, $39, & $29, plus applicable surcharges for Pink Martini, and they are on sale at The Peabody box office, 800-982-ARTS, and at PeabodyDaytona.com An updated list of Pink Martini concert dates is available at www. pinkmartini.com For more information on this concert or other Peabody events, contact the box office at 386.671.3471 or at 600 Auditorium Boulevard, Daytona Beach, FL 32118.

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Toy Trains No Longer Toys

by George Goldtrap

You are Invited to a Free Afternoon Seminar: Wednesday, January 25, 2017, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm Florida Hospital Flagler Lind Education Center, Classroom A/B 60 Memorial Medical Parkway, Palm Coast, Florida 32164 Seminar Title: “Election Attitude” Speaker: Dr. John R. Patrick Dr. John R. Patrick's 35-year career at IBM placed him at the forefront of the Internet revolution. As Vice President for Internet Technology, he became an influential force behind the rapid adoption of the Internet. In early 2016, Patrick became interested in the American system for registration and voting. In his newest book, “Election Attitude: How Internet Voting Leads to a Stronger Democracy," Dr. Patrick explores how we register and vote in America. Voting is done with antiquated machines running out-of-date software. Millions of votes go uncounted. Ballots get lost. Patrick discusses how Internet voting with mobile devices can solve these and many other problems.”

“Election Attitude" discusses Internet security, privacy, authentication, verifiability, and other challenges to online voting and then paints a positive vision of how solutions can be developed to bring voting into the modern era.

The first 65 people to register will receive a copy of “Election Attitude”. His other two books will be available for purchase and for signing at the event. Proceeds will go to the Florida Hospital Flagler Foundation.

John R. Patrick is President of Attitude LLC. In addition to holding a Doctorate in Healthcare Administration (DHA), he has degrees in electrical engineering, management, and law. He has authored two other books, "Health Attitude: Unraveling and Solving the Complexities of Healthcare" and "Net Attitude: What it is, How to Get it, and Why it is More Important Than Ever."

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e hear a lot these days about ‘man caves.’ It usually involves a basement, frig, lounge, and large screen TV… but not always. As a popular commercial says…’the world is changing’.

Today’s ‘man cave’ may very well include a large electric train layout with multiple freight and passenger trains and cities and buildings of every type. If it is true that ‘the difference between men and boys is the price of their toys then add inflation and you are beginning to get the picture.

As a kid, I soooo wanted a Lionel train but it was not to be. Cost, in our house, made it prohibitive. I did, however, get a Marx train, for less than half the price. I built my own layout and accessories and had tons of fun doing so, and over the years, I literally wore the train out.

Today’s trains are spectacular. Lionel is still a leader but has powerful competition from MTH. If you have not seen a modern train layout recently, do so ASAP. The changes, brought on by technology are mind-blowing. The boys running the trains are a bit older and the investment is considerably larger, but the fun is still childlike.

A representative from MTH & Lionel was in town recently and I took the opportunity to get updated. Additionally, the local train store owner took a few minutes to answer some of my questions.

I asked Tony... What is the greatest change in the hobby in recent years?

His answer: “The age of the enthusiast.

Kids are noticeably absent. They are hooked on iPad's and X Box's, instead of a boring train going in a circle. Dads and granddads, ‘play’ with model trains that are now digital. These older hobbyists, (the 1946-1964 generation), had trains as toys, yet now, many as retirees, are still involved with every aspect of model railroading at the touch of their finger. It is a huge advancement that will carry this hobby to a new level.” The old days of a once a year train around the tree are pretty much history.

Model railroad clubs abound. All across the country, enthusiasts and modelers build layouts and share ideas. Usually, one club member owns a building and leases it inexpensively to the club. They have work days, operating days, and/or general meetings. Many open to the public a few times a year for fundraisers.

Nationally, there are two major clubs: Train Collectors Association (TCA) and Lionel Collectors Club of America (LCCA), both mainly O gauge, (the larger trains that most remember and more easily handled by aging hands). There is also the National Model Railroad Association (NMRA) that is geared toward HO and N scale, (the smaller trains and somewhat more delicate). These can be built and operated in much smaller quarters.

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Happy Talk …by George & Peggy Goldtrap The ‘child’s toy’ part of the business usually starts with sets geared toward youth and offered with basics at a reasonable price.

At the adult level, a set may start in the $400 and up category, about the same as a modern X-Box. These digitally improved trains often include a realistic horn, bell, steam chuff, station announcements, and synchronized smoke and are usually operated with handheld remotes with Wifi compatibility. Compare that with train sets of

the 1950’s… some in the $30 category through an average of $49.95, and a few in the $70 bracket. Tony says, “Most things today are 10 times more costly so the price of a new train set is not so bad, considering inflation.”

Lionel has long been the big name in trains and is still popular today. The newer MTH Trains have been around 35 years and have held a large percentage of the market for quite some time. An older name, Weaver, was in the O gauge business starting back in the 1960s, but is no longer in the market pace. Williams Trains were around for 30 years but are now a part of the Bachmann line. There are still many HO Manufacturers, like Atlas, Athearn, Walthers, Broadway Limited, MTH, and Bachmann.

Many will remember the old American Flyer trains built by Gilbert Toys, that ran on two rail track. I asked Tony whether two rails might enjoy a resurgence. “Unlikely,” he says, “It is produced by MTH and a couple other small manufacturers, but enjoys only 3 percent or less of the marketplace.

The older 3 rail is still dominant.”

The coming of Wifi has great potential If your friend or club has cameras and wifi, you will be able to log in from your home, and via a monitor, run trains in Milwaukee, etc. while enjoying the warm Florida sun.

The possibilities are endless… and the hobbyist is excited. All aboard!

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Antiques Trinket Box Q: I have a small trinket box that is marked “M. Horn 1883.” I assume it must be quite old and wonder if you can tell me more about it.

—Susan, Dayton, Ohio A: It's not as old as you might imagine. The company that manufactured your box was based in Eastland, Texas, and operated for at least two years beginning in 1952. According to Lehner's Encyclopedia Of U.S. Marks On Pottery, Porcelain & Clay by Lois Lehner (Collector Books), the small company specialized in vases, console sets, candy boxes, and other items it marketed as art china. *** Q: I have an early edition of Gone With The Wind by Margaret Mitchell.

Is it valuable?

—Ken, Topeka, Kansas A: The first edition of Gone With The Wind was published in New York in 1936 and is marked “Published May, 1936.” The cover is gray cloth, and the original cover featured other Macmillan titles on the back panel. Most first editions I've seen are priced in the $5,000

to $10,000 range, depending on condition and if it has its cover. If you have a first edition and wish to sell, you should contact a good rare book dealer. *** Q: I have a collection of the proceedings of the national conference of the VFW that was held in Chicago, New York and St. Louis during the years 1937-1945. All are illustrated with pictures of the officers, speakers, attendees, and so forth.

Are these items worth anything?

— Richard, Clarkston, Michigan A: You might contact the national headquarters of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. The address and telephone number are 408 West 34th St., Kansas City, MO 64111; and 816-756-3390.

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Sheriff Ben Johnson Retires Special to Seniors Today Editors Note: Seniors Today wishes Sheriff Ben Johnson well as he looks forward to his retirement. Seniors Today has had a long-standing partnership with Sheriff Johnson and appreciates his years of dedication to writing articles for every issue of our newspaper. espite a highly distinguished career as a cop spanning more than four decades, Ben Johnson never planned to go into law enforcement. As a fresh-faced 21-yearold in 1971, Johnson joined the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office with dreams of earning enough money to pay for law school. Once he put on that green uniform, everything changed and he never looked back. “My goal was to work my way through law school,” Johnson said. “Never made it… and don’t regret it.”

As it turned out, the Florida Bar’s loss has been Volusia County’s gain during Johnson’s 42½-year career in public service with the Sheriff’s Office, including the last 16 years as Sheriff. With retirement beckoning for the 66-year-old Johnson, the awards, honors, accolades, and recognition ceremonies over the past few months have been many, as befitting the stature of an incrediblypopular four-term Sheriff who has ushered in monumental changes and enhancements in public safety that will continue paying long-lasting dividends to the community for years to come.

Among his many accomplishments, Sheriff Johnson has presided over an unprecedented reduction in the crime rate— bringing it to its lowest level in the Sheriff’s Office’s jurisdiction in more than 30 years. Also during Sheriff Johnson’s tenure, a countywide crime center was established along with the Volusia Bureau of Investigation to ramp up the fight against drug trafficking and racketeering. Perhaps his most significant accomplishment was the consolidation of all police, fire, and emergency medical dispatching services in the county under the Sheriff’s Office in a milestone that improved the efficiency and effectiveness of the public safety response system and resulted in millions of dollars in cost-savings for taxpayers.

As modest and humble as he is successful, Sheriff Johnson is quick to credit the employees—sworn, civilian, and volunteer—for the accomplishments of the past 16 years. “It’s not the man at the top,” said Sheriff Johnson.

“It’s the employees who make the agency what it is. I’m just the lucky guy who gets patted on the back and the credit for it when they do all the work.”

Sheriff Johnson began his career with the Sheriff’s Office as Deputy Johnson on October 15, 1971. Three short years later and he was promoted to Sergeant. In the years that followed, he served in a notable career of achievement that spanned various positions of rank, responsibility, and leadership, including District Commander, Shift Commander, and Watch Commander as well as heading up

the agency’s elite SWAT Entry Team. Johnson retired at the rank of Lieutenant in 1998 before returning to launch his successful campaign for Sheriff. In 2000, he bested a field of five and was sworn into office on January 2, 2001. Sheriff Johnson was re-elected without opposition to a second four-year term in 2004 and then won landslide re-election battles in 2008 and 2012, both times garnering in excess of 73 percent of the vote.

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One of the many honors in the last month came from Eric Dietrich, Sheriff Johnson’s final Chief Deputy. Leading a recognition ceremony on December 15 in front of the County Council, Dietrich gave a moving tribute to Sheriff’s Johnson’s legacy and leadership. Sheriff Johnson will swear in his suc cessor, former Daytona Beach Police Chief Mike Chitwood, on December 31. “Sheriff Johnson has been one of the absolute best Sheriffs anywhere,” said Dietrich. “He’s a great boss, a great friend, and a great leader.

While we’re all very saddened to see him leave, we also celebrate his many accomplishments and share in his joy and excitement as he begins the next chapter in his book of life. One thing’s for certain: The Sheriff leaves an incredible legacy of public service and integrity that will live on long after he retires.”

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December 30, 2016—Seniors Today—Page 9 Continued from page 8 Another moving tribute came from Sheriff Johnson’s daughter and constant companion and side-kick, Casey.

She and Sheriff Johnson’s wife, Leslye and her son, Chase, form a formidable support network and cheerleading squad for the Sheriff.

“I’m just incredibly proud of his accomplishments and all the things he’s done—whether it’s something everyone sees or it’s behind the scenes,” Casey told the County Council.

Well-deserved accolades also poured in from members of the County Council, like Council member Deborah Denys. “You’re a great Sheriff, you’re a great father, and indeed, you have looked over the citizens of Volusia County as well as your own family with that same dedication and professionalism.”

Meanwhile, County Manager Jim Dinneen said he has worked with a lot of Sheriffs during his career in public administration. Based on his experience, he used to lump them all into one of two categories—good or bad. Then he met Sheriff Johnson, developed a close working relationship with him and added a third category just for Sheriff Johnson—great.

Despite the complexities of managing an agency of nearly 950 employees and an $89 From stake-outs, bed races, and holiday charity million a year operating budevents—Sheriff Johnson is get, Sheriff Johnson sums up always on hand. the job of being Sheriff in simple terms. “I view the role of problems. The people are what has motiSheriff as the protector of the people,” vated him more than anything for those Sheriff Johnson explained. “It’s the man 42½ years. “It has been a fantastic 16 or woman who’s supposed to stand up for years,” Sheriff Johnson said. “In fact, my right or wrong—stand up for the people.” entire career has really been great. You get That’s what Sheriff Johnson told the group to help people, do something for society, he’ll miss the most: meeting and interact- and try to make a difference. That’s what ing with people and helping to fix their it’s all about.”

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Dear Paw’s Corner: I wanted to add to your recent columns about feral cats. Maybe some can't be tamed, but my friends and family would disagree.

I recently visited with friends in North Carolina and met their beautiful cat, Stormy. Their story is this: They had been feeding this feral cat for some time outside, and of course, he wouldn't come near them. Then one night they heard a howling outside. Looking out, they saw a panther threatening Stormy.

They opened the door, and Stormy came in, and never went outside again.

Another story I have is of a feral cat that was adopted by my son's chickens! He has six chickens in his backyard in Florida, and one day someone dropped off a very young kitten. He got into the coop, but instead of running or attacking, the kitten assumed those chickens were his parents! Now a full-grown cat, he remains mostly feral and won't come inside my son's house, but he hangs out in the chicken coop with his new family.

Hope your readers enjoy the stories!

—John S., via e-mail

Dear John: What amazing stories!

I'm glad both cats found loving homes and new families. Thank you for sharing them.

It's rare for feral cats to be coaxed inside and become fully domesticated cats that are comfortable around humans. For those that do find a home —even if they never quite cross the threshold of the house—life can be happier and more rewarding for them as well as the humans who care for them.

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What’s In The Stars For The Week Of January 2 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Make your travel preparations one step at a time in order to avoid being overwhelmed and leaving things undone.

That family situation works itself out.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Ease this year's money pressures by letting your thrifty side guide you as you prepare for the new year. Make time for family and friends too!

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You'll have a good handle on potential new year problems if you delegate tasks to family members, friends, or co-workers—most will behappy to help out.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Right now you are especially vulnerable to scams that seek to take advantage of your generosity. Best advice: Check them out before you send out your checks.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) The upcoming new year gives the Big Cat much to purr about. Relationships grow stronger, and new opportunities loom on the horizon, waiting to be pounced on.

VIRGO (August 23 to Sept. 22) A changing situation brings conflicting advice about how to go forward. Your best bet: Make the decision you feel most comfortable with.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) New year plans get back on track after some confusion. A potentially troublesome money matter needs your immediate attention. Act on it.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) You need to confront a personal situation while you can still keep it from overwhelming everything else. Take charge of it right now.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Tight financial matters ease a bit during this new year. The sagacious Sagittarian is well-advised to keep a tight hold on spending right now.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Don't put off making decisions about this year's travel plans, despite the negative comments you've been getting from several quarters. Do it NOW! AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18)The new year will bring new friends and new opportunities. Meanwhile, be careful to use your energy wisely as you go about making decisions.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) There's good news coming from a most unlikely source. It could turn out to be one of the best you have had in years. Remember to stay positive.

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Happy Eco-Friendly New Year

by Lucie Winborne he biggest party night of the year is fast approaching, and with the holiday hijinks also can come, unfortunately, some environmentally unfriendly waste. Frankly, most of us usually are too busy having fun to think much about that, but if you'd like to make this New Year's Eve a healthier one for our planet even as you celebrate, here are some helpful ideas:

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• Consider carpooling. If you're celebrating with friends, why not share a vehicle? Not only will you save on fuel and reduce emissions, but you'll stay safer with more likelihood of a designated driver. Don't rule out public transportation, especially as some cities offer free rides in the evening and earlymorning hours.

• Cut down on the paper. Hosting an event at home? Instead of buying cheap paper goods such as hats and banners that will just end up in tomorrow's trash, opt for ones you can store and reuse next year.

Use regular glasses, plates and utensils instead of the disposable kind, or a biodegradable variety. You can even make your own noisemakers with items you already have around the house. How about some useful party favors such as reusable water bottles?

• Serve earth-friendly edibles. Whether you're dining out or in, you can make healthy and responsible food choices by going vegetarian with local seasonal produce and avoiding pre-packaged appetizers—or even charm guests with an edible centerpiece. If you're still in the mood for meat, try to select a grass-fed, free-range variety.

• Avoid one-time outfits. It's natural to want to glam it up on Dec. 31, but you don't have to spend a fortune on something that will sit in your closet the rest of the time.

Try borrowing from your best friend, renting or hitting your local thrift and consignment stores for the perfect glad rags and accessories.

• Then there's always the quiet night in.

Sometimes ringing in the new year can be just as fun and meaningful with loved ones at home... less noise, less chance of a hangover. Bring out a deck of cards or some board games, or use the time as a family to reflect on all you experienced and accomplished during the outgoing year as you prepare new plans and goals for the coming one.

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If your situation is to the point where you're going hungry, there's no need to be ashamed of going to a food pantry.

The folks who run them are very helpful and nice. In some places you'll be given a pre-boxed load of groceries, while in others you'll be able to go down the aisles with a cart and pick out what you need and want. There might be a sign above each section telling you to take one or two or three of each item.

If a staff member smiles and whispers for you to take a couple more, do that.

At a food pantry, you're likely to receive canned fruits, vegetables, meats, tuna, and stews; hot and cold cereals, as well as grits; pasta, beans, rice, and single-serve containers of macaroni and cheese; coffee or tea; rolls and bread; fresh poultry, dairy, and drinks. Many pantries bag up an entire meal for you.

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Transportation might even be provided if you don't drive.

Remember: The point of adequate nutrition is to stay healthy. The food is out there. You just need to accept what you need. With cold weather, we all need more calories.

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Chicken Soup For The Soul

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Turn Anger Into Service icole Hone Webster spent most of one summer overwhelmed with feelings of anger and hatred. She reached a point where she was sick of being mad.

Fortunately, and with some help from her younger sister, she was able to take action and turn her negative feelings around. Nicole shares her story Joy In Service, published in our book on turning life's lemons into lemonade. She writes: I hated everything about my life that summer. I hated my job. I hated my roommates. I hated being around my friends, who seemed to live perfect lives. Mostly, I hated that I was filled with so much hatred.

One day, I vented my frustration to my younger sister. After listening to me bemoan my rotten attitude for half an hour, my sister said to me, “Have you tried praying?”

After glaring at her for a few moments, I regret to report, I responded with: “Prayer?

That is the stupidest thing I have ever heard you say!”

Even though I initially reacted to my sister's advice with scorn, I did think about what she had said to me. I realized that she was right. I had let my spiritual life come to a complete halt. So I finally swallowed my pride and knelt down in prayer.

A few days later, I was talking to a friend and she mentioned how sad she was feel-

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The day after that, another girlfriend was saying that she didn't feel like she belonged in our community. I suddenly felt the strong urge to do something kind for these two friends who were feeling so down. I talked to my sister, and we decided to heart attack these friends. We cut out paper hearts and wrote kind messages on them. As we were preparing the surprise for the two friends, the names of five other people came to mind. So then we cut out more hearts and wrote more messages. Later that night, we placed the hearts on the vehicles of our friends and also left a dozen cookies or a bag of candy for each of them.

As the days went on, we heard from each person who we had heart attacked how much they appreciated whoever had done this for them. They said they had been feeling as if no one cared. It felt so wonderful. Just like that, I realized I wasn't angry anymore. Whatever horrible thing had managed to capture my heart for that summer was gone. By forgetting myself and serving others I had forgotten that I was angry.

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It was noted American playwright and essayist Arthur Miller who gave the following sage advice: “Don't be seduced into thinking that that which does not make a profit is without value.”

In the early 20th century, celebrated racehorse Man o’ War won 20 of his 21 career races. Interestingly, his one loss (often attributed to a terrible start and the extra weight he was carrying) was to a horse named Upset.

Statistically speaking, you probably live within 320 miles of the place you were born.

Have you ever experienced a social situation in which you have to introduce someone, but you can't quite remember their name? In Scotland, there's a word to describe the hesitation caused by that moment of panic: a tartle.

According to a poll conducted by outdoor recreation retailer Gander Mountain, almost half of all hunters have

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Some hunters go the entire season without shaving, some start each hunt at a particular time, some kiss the first bullet, some do an anti-rain dance—the variations are endless.

Getting married soon, but working with a tight budget? If you're considering cutbacks, you might not want to put the honeymoon on the chopping block.

Researchers have found that couples who go on a honeymoon tend to have longer-lasting marriages than those who skip the trip—no matter how much or how little you spend. *** Thought for the Day: “If I seem to take part in politics, it is only because politics encircles us today like the coil of a snake from which one cannot get out, no matter how much one tries. I wish therefore to wrestle with the snake.”

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Veteran’s Post Social Security, VA Join Forces he Department of Veterans Affairs is partnering with Social Security to speed up applications for Social Security disability by sending personal medical information over the Internet. They will send this information via the Virtual Lifetime Electronic Record (VLER) Program. The VA currently sends health info to 775 hospitals, 427 health centers, 142 nursing homes, 8,441 pharmacies, and nearly 12,000 clinics. Social Security now joins the list of recipients of personal health data.

If you ever see a community healthcare provider, you'll be asked to sign a Form 10-0485 giving permission for your information be shared with the VA over the Internet. Here are a couple of the questions and answers from a brochure about the program: • Can I choose to share only certain part of my health information? No, at least not right now.

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• What about the medical opinions of outside doctors who were consulted for VA appeals? Will those files be included, and how?

• If the outside doctor's opinion was used in the Social Security decision to provide disability benefits, will the VA then have to use that information in its own decisions?

• If only an electronic record at the VA exists, how is the veteran to see what is being sent to Social Security?

If you want to know more about this, go online to www.va.gov/VLER

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Here’s An Idea Clean Your Keyboard

by JoAnn Derson

When crumbs gather in the cracks of your keyboard, turn it upside down and give it a good shake to remove most.

Then, use the sticky side of a Post-it note dragged between the keys to clean out the rest.

“Save large platters that come with holiday trays to use when bringing cookies or baked goods to other parties. That way you don't have to bring home a platter, you can just leave it and pass it on.”

—E.G. in Kansas “Schedule haircuts and nail appointments to coincide with holiday parties.

Then you won’t have to worry about doing your hair. It will still look nice from your beautician appointment.”

—A.I. in Indiana “I find that the best conversation starter when visiting a large group of family or friends is a box or basket of photos. It is inexpensive to print copies, and I have all my old photos scanned anyway. Bringing them in a basket

rather than in an album works because we pass them around, and people can take photos home with them. Sometimes, a picture will inspire a story, and I might write it down on the back of the photo to remember it and tuck it away. It’s more than worth the $10-15 it costs to print pictures.”

—L.W. in Virginia Try substituting cream cheese for sour cream in your mashed potatoes for a dreamy, creamy alternative. Whip in with a mixer and enjoy.

Write return addresses on the back of holiday cards before disposing of the envelope. They can be tucked away for next year’s holiday cards list.

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To Your Good Health Alcohol And Antibiotics Dear Dr. Roach: I'm confused about the medical rule not to drink any alcohol while on antibiotics. After doing Internet research on reputable sites, I found, to my surprise, that the overwhelming medical opinion is that moderate alcohol use does not render most antibiotics ineffective. I do understand that alcohol should not be used with specific antibiotics, e.g. Flagyl, because of adverse physical reactions. I read that the warning not to mix alcohol with antibiotics stems from doctors fearing patients taking antibiotics to cure STDs would have lowered inhibitions and engage in unprotected sex. Could you please set the record straight for the public on this subject?

—K.L. Answer: I never learned the rule that alcohol shouldn't be taken while on antibiotics, with the exception of metronidazole (Flagyl), the combination of which causes extremely unpleasant nausea and vomiting, headache, shortness of breath, and other symptoms.

This reaction can happen to a lesser extent with sulfamethoxazole (a component of Bactrim or Septra) as well as

other, less commonly used antibiotics such as tinidazole and some cephalosporins. The antituberculosis drug isoniazid can cause liver damage in combination with excess alcohol.

In general, if you are sick enough to need antibiotics, it is prudent to avoid alcohol, and certainly to avoid excess alcohol. Alcohol does not render antibiotics ineffective. Preventing STDs is much better than treating them, since not all can be cured. Part of being sexually responsible is making good decisions. You are correct that people are more likely to make unwise decisions with even moderate amounts of alcohol.

That's true with or without antibiotics.

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ST PALs (Seniors Today Professional Advertising League) is a networking group organized by Seniors Today newspaper and made up of professional people in our community that all have businesses that serve our senior community. The group was the first of its kind in this area, was formed over 20 years ago, and is the longest running networking group dedicated to seniors in the Volusia /Flagler area.

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Halifax Health Hospice

386.566.9232

Alyssa Noahcutt

Simply Scrubs

386.218.3838

Cathy Gallagher

Halifax Health Hospice

386.290.4946

Angi Noahcutt

Simply Scrubs

386.218.3838

Michael Martinez

Halifax Health Hospice

386.627.5039

Amanda McHugh

The Cloisters of DeLand

386.882.6900

Tammy Horn

Haven Hospice

386.337.2701

Tammy Luth

TL Sea Ranch

804.596.0669

Kris Fischer

Juice Plus+

386.405.1813

Jennifer Coto

Vitas

386.823.2513