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January 30, 2015
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Very Expressive here are so many expressions that we use but have no idea from whence they came. With so much information now accessible, it is easy to find mention of our archaic expressions. For instance, blue blood, which is a way of referring to aristocracy. This is from the middle ages when the Arabs occupied Spain. The upper class in Spain had paler skin than most of the population because they had not inter-married with the Arabs. Because of their paler skin, the blue blood running through their veins was more visible and they came to be referred to as blue-bloods. When workmen carried their tools in sacks, if they were fired, the got the sack and left the job. The majority of expressions we commonly use came from the Bible. For example ‘a little bird told me’ likely began with Ecclesiastes 10:20, when the writer warns us not to curse the rich or the king, even in private, or a ‘bird of the air’ may report what you say. Then there’s a wolf in sheep’s clothing from Matthew referring to false prophets that were outwardly disarming. Lady Godiva’s husband, Leofric, taxed the people of Coventry heavily. According to legend, she begged him not to do that. He said he would end the tax if she rode through the streets of Coventry naked. She surprised him and did as he said. Everyone in Coventry stayed indoors with the shutters closed. Then because Peeping Tom had a sneaky look at Godiva he was struck blind. Craftsmen used their thumbs to make rough estimates. Hence, a rule of thumb. Imagine, if you can, that there was a time when you rubbed salt into wounds, using it as an antiseptic. If you are accepting something difficult or unpleasant, you bite the bullet. There was no time to administer anesthesia before emergency surgery during battle so the surgeon made patients bite down on a bullet in an attempt to distract them from the pain. When you started from scratch, in olden days, you were getting ready for the race. A line was scratched in the dirt to mark the racers starting point. Rope was used in ports everywhere. The rope makers chatted while they worked, telling stories. Thus they were always spinning a yarn. Of course, if you turn over a new leaf, you’re having a fresh start. To go the whole nine yards is to try one’s best. World War II Fighter pilots received a 9-yard chain of ammunition.
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Therefore, when a pilot used all of his ammunition on one target, it was said he gave it “the whole 9 yards.” Still waters run deep. Some rivers have rough surface with waves because the water is shallow and there are rocks near the surface. Deep rivers have no rocks near the surface and the water is smooth and still. Still waters run deep means that people who are calm and tranquil on the outside often have a strong, deep personality. We’re coming upon Valentine’s Day and quite likely you know of a young man out there ‘wearing your heart on your sleeve.’ This expression came from the Middle Ages when knights who fought in tournaments wore a token of their lady on their sleeve. So long for now—and “Don’t take any wooden nickles!” Kitty Maiden is a staff writer for Seniors Today.
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Start planning your travel for 2015! You are invited to a free travel seminar presented by Discovery Travel on Tues., Feb. 3 at 10 A.M. at Crane Lakes Roost, 1850 Crane Lakes Blvd., Port Orange. Mel Figueroa of Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines will be the guest speaker. Everyone gets a free fun door prize, refreshments, and $20 Discovery Travel discount coupon. Seating is limited so RSVP today to 386.788.8201.
Sign up now to join the St. Patty’s Day Party at the Seniors Today Spring Fling! All vendors are invited to join the fun as Seniors Today newspaper once again hosts a day of entertainment, fun, food, exhibits, door prizes, and more. This fun-filled event is housed totally indoors with plenty of space and free for our seniors on Tues., March 17 from 9 A.M. to 1 P.M. All this fun takes place at the Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Rd., S. Daytona. Vendor tables starting at just $150. Advertising and sponorships available too! To find out more, call 386.677.7060.
Natural Smile Seminars Do you have missing teeth or ill-fitting dentures? Find out if dental implants are right for you at a free patient information days. The seminars are scheduled for Monday, Feb. 23, 4 P.M. at the offices of Florida Oral & Facial Surgical Associates in Palm Coast and Thurs., Feb. 26 in New Smyrna Beach. Seating is limited and light refreshments served. Please make your reservation by calling 386.868.0741.
Medicare Workshops Come find out how medicare works and get the answers to frequently asked questions on Thurs., Feb. 5 and Thurs., March 5 at 10 A.M. at Great American Senior Benefits, 1930 West Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach. Seating fills fast! RSVP to 386.671.9150 or greatameric anpr@yahoo.com and leave name and date you wish to attend. Free $10 gift certificate to Gourmet Kitchen for all attendees too!
WISE Programs The February WISE programs presented by Daytona State College will be held on the DSC campus, Hosseini Center (Bldg. 1200), 1200 W. International Speedway, Daytona Beach, on Tuesdays from 2 to 3:30 P.M. Lectures for February are: Feb. 3–Ambassador Stanley Escudero: Instability In The Middle East; Feb. 10–Ms. Lisa Fields: National Crime Stop; Feb. 17–Mr. Bill Turner: Simulators Used In Apolllo Space Missions; and Feb. 24–Dr. John Johnson: ERAU And Its Role In The Education Consortium. Lectures are open to age 50 or older. Yearly membership is $25 for individual and $45 for couple. Refreshments provided. Early registration is appreciated. For details, call Lois Shannon at 386.788.6494 or email: ljshannon@cfl.rr.com
Gardening Learn how to have a productive garden in a small space at 10 A.M., Mon., Feb. 9, at the DeLand Regional Library, 130 E. Howry Ave. during a free program. Reservations are not required. For details call the library at 386.822.6430, ext. 20763.
Musical Come enjoy a fun evening with Assisted Living: The Musical on Friday, Jan. 30 at 7:30 P.M. at the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center. It’s like a cruise only the final destination is NOT the Bahamas! Tickets are available through the box office. For more information, call 386.676.3375.
Free Caregiver’s Days Need a break from caregiving? First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach is providing a free Caregiver’s Day Out that includes food, fun, and special attention for care receivers. The days are from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. on Thur., Feb. 12; Thurs., Mar. 12; and Thurs., April 9 at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach. For information, please call Sherry at 386.677.3581, ext. 311. This is a wonderful opportunity for caregivers to have a break and know that their loved ones are being taken care of in a loving, safe environment.
Driving Course The Sunshine Safety Council, 150 N. Beach Street, Daytona Beach will conduct a Coaching The Mature Driver course on Wed., Feb. 18 from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. at their office. The course meets Florida requirements for an auto liability insurance discount for licensed drivers 55 and older. Cost is $10. Please call 386.253.6400.
Outreach Dinner Open Arms is an outreach ministry for the blind and visually impaired in the Daytona Beach area. You are invited to a free dinner, fellowship, and a program being offered at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona, on the second Saturday of every month from 4–6 P.M. Please call the church at 386.767.6542 one week prior to reserve your place.
Genealogy Class Uncover your roots at the Daytona Beach Library at City Island, 105 E. Magnolia Ave. on Feb. 4 & 11 at 10 A.M. The programs are free and open to the public. For details, call 386.257.6036, ext. 16315.
Estate Planning Many people mistakenly believe that because they aren't rich, estate planning isn't important. Estate planning isn't just for the wealthy. It's important for everyone to have an up-to-date plan to protect themselves and their family. Daytona Beach attorney Michael Pyle will discuss basic estate planning at 3 P.M., Wednesday, Feb. 11 at the Daytona Beach Regional Library, 105 E. Magnolia Ave. at City Island. He will address wills, trusts, probate, power of attorney, and health care designation documents. For more information, call Adult Program Librarian Catherine Relda at 386. 257.6036, ext. 16235.
Lunch Bunch Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona host Lunch Bunch every Thurs. at 12 NOON. Doors open at 11:30 A.M. Just $5 gets you lunch and bingo with non-monetary prizes. Reservations by noon the Tuesday prior. Call the church office at 386.767.6542 and leave a message.
Support Group Stroke Support Group Join Florida Hospital Oceanside for a Stroke Support Group for encouragement, education, and socialization. The group meets every third Thursday of the month at Florida Hospital Oceanside, 264 S. Atlantic Avenue, Ormond Beach, in the first floor conference room. For more information, call Ashley Cirolia at 386.676.4295. Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) support group called 1, 2, 3, Miracle will meet at Covenant United Methodist Church, 3701 S. Clyde Morris Blvd. in Port Orange. The group meets every Thurs at 8 P.M. at the church. For details, call Bill at 386.383.9470.
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Antiques Dumbo Cookie Jar by Larry Cox
Q: During the 1940s, I received a Dumbo cookie jar. I still have it and wonder if it has any value. —Lynda, Grand Junction, CO A: Dumbo is one of my favorite Disney characters. In the 1941 film, a circus elephant was born with ears so big that both he and his mother became objects of humiliation. The film and its score by Oliver Wallace and Frank Churchill won an Academy Award. I have never seen a Dumbo cookie jar. I did find it referenced in The Official Price Guide To Disney Collectibles by Ted Hake and published by House of Collectibles. According to Hake, your cookie jar is valued in the $65 to $250 range depending on condition. *** Q: While digging in some trash I found several dozen bottles. The one that has me stumped is an old soda pop bottle for Triple AAA root beer. I have never heard of it and suspect my bottle could be scarce. —Rob, Canton, OH
A: I found your bottle referenced in Petretti's Soda Pop Collectibles Price Guide, published by Krause. Allan Petretti is one of the foremost authorities in this field of collecting. His book indicates your bottle is probably from the 1950s, and in good condition could be worth as much as much as $235. *** Q: I have a coin collection, including an 1883 silver coin that has a face of a lady with a decorative vine of flowers. How much is it worth? —C.W., Brooklyn, NY A: It sounds like your coin is a silver dollar. Condition is extremely important. Because I have not seen the coin and am not even certain which one it is, that is about as far as I can go. My advice is to show your coin to several dealers in your area for an idea of current value. Write to Larry Cox in care of KFWS, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475, or send e-mail to questionsforcox @aol.com
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A Matter Of Perspective by Peggy Goldtrap umorous to one group is offensive to another as we’ve seen played out on the international stage. Humor is what we do to entertain ourselves. Humor is very personal. It’s waking up in the middle of the night and giggling. Have you ever tried to tell a joke & forgotten the punch line? Have you excitedly told someone: ‘...the funniest thing happened today!’ You tell the story of the century, laughing all the way. The listener snarls: “That’s your idea of funny?’ Our funny bone is essential to life. Without it we’d die. Every morning I play with Cat. If I don’t, she pouts. Errands, appointments, agendas? She doesn’t care. She stares at the toy on top of the china cabinet. It’s time. Cat runs under the bed, completely hidden except for a paw protruding from the bedskirt. My hand is invisible. The flicking chenille string, attached to the plastic wand I hold, must be attacked and captured. Why play? Recreation, exercise, challenge, ritual? We play to feel alive. If we don’t, she’s lethargic, grumpy, antisocial… just like me, just like you. People are creatures of imagination, positive or negative. Like flowers, we turn toward sunlight, or dwell in shade. Perception is reality you know. Years ago when we didn’t have a ‘lick of sense’, we ‘struck out’ from Kentucky to California. I was first driver and compulsive. I picked a destination and nothing would stop me until I reached the goal. Late night, drugged by road hypnosis, I convinced myself that one eye could sleep while the other one stayed awake. A Highway Patrolman disapproved my plan. ‘Roll the window down,’ he commanded. I obeyed. ‘How long have you been driving?’ ‘Since I was sixteen,’ I slurred. Mr. Serious lost it. He motioned to George who by this time was wide awake. ‘You drive, she’s asleep.’ There are circumstances in life when you have to laugh or cry 24/7. My dad suffered from familial tremor; an aggravating, debilitating condition. Dad hated squirrels: seed stealing, birdfeeder bandits. He would sit on the patio with a rifle in his tremoring hands; trying to ambush squirrels. There was zero chance of hitting one. All the squirrel had to do to survive was stand still. Happenstance and absurdity are joined in Holy Mirthimony by serendipity. Funny to you is dull to me. Hilarious to me might get a courtesy chuckle from you. It doesn’t matter. The only thing that matters is that we can see, hear, and experience the effervescence and energy of joy. Joy is seeing the world from a different perspective. It’s going to the grocery store and changing our route. It’s sitting in some other pew than the one we’ve always chosen. It’s listening to birds singing; crows cawing; dogs barking as night descends; it’s counting
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Happy Talk … by George & Peggy Goldtrap raindrops on shutters; it’s observing the intricacy of a weed. It’s experiencing the ordinary in an extraordinary way. No one likes to feel invalidated. We all want to be heard, acknowledged, and understood; however, humor can even be found when we’re completely and utterly ignored. Our youngest granddaughter was four, when she and three older sisters came to Florida. Being the baby of seven, she was in the catbird seat. Every afternoon, I served popsicles, outside, so drippings and children could be hosed off. The youngest made a colossal mess. I had told her where to sit but she wanted to walk around with icky drippings and sticky fingers and knock on neighbor’s doors. I was angry and embarrassed. I didn’t hide my disappointment. I warned her of the wages of sin. She listened intently; then, gestured with her hands, and turned away muttering: ‘Blah, blah, blah.’ Over the years, whenever George and I get frustrated or on a soapbox or on a rancor roll, we’ll remember: ‘Blah, blah, blah’. Laughter disarms disagreement. Funny moments surround us every day. We need to be ready to open the door when they knock. Our youngest son was hurt playing Little League, so off we went to the emergency room. X-rays confirmed a broken thumb. The doctor placed a piece of metal on one side of the thumb and secured it with 3 strips of adhesive tape. The boy looked at his thumb, at us, at the doctor and said: ‘I can’t go out of here with this. It looks like I’ve been to a cheap doctor.’ Thankfully, the doctor had a sense of humor. ‘I’ll fix that,’ he chuckled. The arm was completely wrapped in gauze and bandages; and got a respectable sling. Humor is non-fattening, free of charge, available 24/7. It doesn’t cause cellulite no matter how much is consumed. As long as there are mirrors, humor will survive. Awful things are happening to my body with age. My body is moving south. I tried hanging upside down. It made my head fat. My grandchildren practice rhythms with my underarm wings. My bra size is 36 Long. My support hose turned against me. Wrinkles are Nature’s laugh-lines. Every crease is a story. Every line an etching of who we were, who we are and who we can still become. If we learn to laugh at ourselves, we’ll never run out of material. We search for silliness. We hunt for humor. We respond to repartee. We encourage enthusiasm. We love to laugh, we laugh to love, and we will continue to celebrate life on this wonderful planet. George and Peggy Goldtrap are both actors, speakers, and writers and may be reached at georgegoldtrap@gmail.com
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Discover Your Family’s History NAPSA f you’re like many Americans, you have questions about your family history. Now, genealogy experts Kenyatta Berry, Joshua Taylor, and Mary Tedesco from Genealogy Roadshow on PBS offer some advice for researching your history: 1) Collect as many oral histories as possible. Your living ancestors have information and stories to share. Interview them and record their stories. 2) Gather all the photos and documentation that you can. Items might include birth, death, and marriage certificates; diplomas and other school documents; military service documents; Communion or other social, service, and religious documents; and real estate documents 3) Begin a secondary search. Fortunately, many ancestry related documents, such as the U.S. Census, military documents, immigration lists, and newspaper archives are now digitized and available on the Internet at little or no cost. 4) Consult with outside sources, such as librarians, historians, genealogy organizations, and databanks to find access to resources. 5) Work backward. It’s generally easier if you begin with the present day and go back through time. Here are two more enjoyable ways to inspire yourself and you: 1. The next time you’re planning a family reunion, make it more meaningful
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Teenage Idol, Frankie Avalon rankie Avalon brings his boyish charm and the songs that defined a generation to the Peabody for a special Valentine’s evening February 14, 2015. The one-time teenage idol is best known for the dizzying effect he had on high school girls in the 1950s and 1960s, and is considered one of the defining sounds of “pre-Beatles” rock ‘n’ roll. Memorialized in his 1978 cameo appearance in the film Grease, where he sang Beauty School Dropout, Avalon’s career has spanned three generations of music, television, and motion pictures. He had a long string of gold albums and singles, with such hits as Venus, Bobby Sox To Stockings, Just Ask Your Heart, Why, and De De Dinah. Avalon’s fans have loved him since his childhood days in Philadelphia, where he entered and won countless local amateur contests. He began taking musical lessons on his own initiative, and was deemed a trumpet virtuoso by a member of the Philadelphia Symphony Orchestra who heard him play. Although Avalon downplays the fact that he was a child prodigy, he was good enough to make guest appearances as a trumpet player on The Perry Como Show and The Jackie Gleason Show. Known as much for his acting as for his singing and musical talents, Avalon has some 30 motion picture credits, including the highly successful 1960s Beach Party film series, including such favorites as Beach
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Books Hitchcock's Partner Reviewed by Larry Cox n 1928, British actor Charles Bennett's play Blackmail, starring Tallulah Bankhead, opened in London to critical acclaim. The following year, Bennett collaborated with Alfred Hitchcock in the film version of his play. The movie is credited as being the first British sound film ever produced, and the first film project that involved both Hitchcock and Bennett. They eventually would make six British motion pictures together, including four major classics: The Man Who Knew Too Much (1934), The 39 Steps (1935), Secret Agent (1936), and Sabotage (1936). Bennett's British film work brought him to the attention of Hollywood. His first American project was The Adventures Of Marco Polo released in 1938, and about three dozen additional film projects followed. Bennett had a colorful career that spanned the history of cinema from the Silent Era to the 1990s. He was an extraordinary man who excelled as an actor, director, playwright, film and television writer, and as a novelist. During the
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1980s, Bennett began compiling what eventually would become his autobiography. Although he died before it was completed, his son, John Charles Bennett, edited it for publication. The result is a fascinating behind-the-screens look at the man who helped develop Hitchcock's signature style, and in a very real sense, advance modern cinema. When Bennett and Hitchcock began their collaboration, they agreed from the start that the fundamental thing was to get the story line first, to know the ending before the beginning and then construct the story in a suspenseful, meaningful way. Their method obviously worked, since they produced the most memorable stories ever filmed. With an introduction by Bennett's son, Hitchcock's Partner in Suspense: The Life Of Screenwriter Charles Bennett is an intimate narrative by a most remarkable figure, a man who helped define 20th-century entertainment. Bennett died in Los Angeles in 1995. He was 95 years old. Books reviewed in this column are available at your local bookstore.
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der, water, onion flakes, and parsley flakes. Stir in turkey and mushrooms. Microwave on High (100-percent power) for 5 to 6 minutes or until mixture is very hot, stirring every 2 minutes. 2. Serve over toast, mashed potatoes, baked potatoes, pasta, or rice. Makes 4 (3⁄4 cup) servings. Freezes well. Each serving equals: 210 calories, 2g fat, 32g protein, 16g carb., 622mg sodium, 1g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Meat, 1⁄2 Fat-Free Milk, 1⁄2 Starch, 1⁄2 Vegetable.
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Flashback Test Your Music Knowledge by Mick Harper
1. Who wrote and recorded (Love Is) Thicker Than Water?
2. Name the group that started as The Sinceres in 1967.
3. What was the title of the only No. 1 hit for the Dave Clark Five?
4. Who released the 1963 instrumental Memphis?
5. Name the song that contains this lyric: “If I could be you and you could be me for just one hour, If we could find a way to get inside each other's mind, If you could see you through my eyes instead of your ego, I believe you'd be surprised to see that you'd been blind.�
Answers 1. Andy Gibb, in 1978. He co-wrote it with his brother Barry.
2. Bloodstone. They had an R&B hit with Natural High in 1974.
3. Over And Over, in 1965. It only reached No. 45 in the U.K. 4. Lonnie Mack. He was one of the first to give electric guitars the lead solo voice in rock music, paving the way for others to do the same like Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton. 5. Walk A Mile In My Shoes, by Joe South in 1970. The song was about racial tolerance and compassion. Although written by South, the single credits Joe South And The Believers. The group included his brother Tommy and sister-in-law Barbara.
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A: The best way to keep them out of the workshop is to lock it up. If that's not possible—say, it's in the garage or somewhere everyone accesses—then remove tools and small items and store them in a box they can't see through, placed high on a shelf. Ditto with any blades or garden tools —move them out of reach and sight. If you have a pool, make sure the winter cover is secure and lock any doors that access the pool. Again, if that's not possible, make sure the family knows what areas are off limits, and ask parents to keep their kids in sight. There also are some danger areas inside the home, particularly for toddlers and pets. Move all chemicals and cleaning items out of common areas like the kitchen and laundry room, and store them on high shelves out of sight. Definitely don't store chemicals next to food or drinks.
Make sure items like bread, chips, or other foods are stored off the floor so that the dog can't get into them (eating people food isn't just unhealthy—dogs pigging out on lots of these items at once can suffer serious complications such as bloat). Cover all heating registers with appropriate grates that little hands and paws can't get through. If you're remodeling or working on an area of the house, clean up construction debris and tools, or close off the area. This sounds like a lot of hustling around worrying about every possible thing that can go wrong, but it's good to have your house organized safely at all times, anyway. Look at this as an opportunity to get those garden tools put away the way you always wanted, and to organize your homeimprovement items. You won't have to worry about it again until next year. Home Tip: Set a bucket filled with a mixture of sand and icemelt near the garage door before snow or ice form, so you can quickly treat the walkways and driveway when needed.
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For The Week Of February 2 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Mixed signals could create problems. Make sure your views are presented clearly, and insist others do the same. Don't let unanswered questions go by. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Financial pressures ease, allowing for more budget flexibility. As Bovine will appreciate, thrift beats out splurging. Expect news from someone special. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Getting things done is what you do so well. Be careful not to overtax your energy reserves. Take time out to relax or to do something different. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) This is a good time to satisfy the your growing sense of wanderlust. Choose a really special place to go to, with a very special person to share it all. LEO (July 23 to August 22) You love being in the spotlight. Be careful it doesn't blind you to the truth behind a seemingly wonderful opportunity. You might be surprised at what you find. VIRGO (August 23 to Sept. 22) Isn't it time to take a break from your hectic schedule? The sooner you do, the sooner you can return fresh and more than ready to take on all those new projects.
LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) A recent family incident can help bring everyone closer, and there's no one who's better at making that happen than you. Accept help from others. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Longheld habits are often difficult to break. The change from how you always did things to how you can do them now can be liberating. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Someone you met in your professional world last year and thought you would never hear from again could make a sudden reappearance in your life. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Once again, you delight everyone by coming up with a solution for a problem that actually works. Get started on those exciting travel plans. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Before you go ahead with finalizing your plans for your new project, check them over to see if you can make some improvements or cut costs. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) The Fish might have been out of the social swim for too long, and it's time you plunge back in. Reinforce your old friendships and be open to new ones.
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January 30, 2015
Tails From The Front e all try our best to keep our pet safe, but nearly 10 million are lost or stolen each year, and without proper identification, only 10 percent are ever recovered. Providing your animal with both an identification tag on its collar and a microchip will make it much easier for a lost pet to be returned safely. Microchips must be updated with current contact information at all times, or they become unusable. Try to avoid leaving your pet unattended.
This includes leaving them to roam outside unsupervised and/or without a leash, tying them to a post outside of a store while you shop, or leaving them alone in a vehicle. Aside from the many other benefits, spaying or neutering your pet can help prevent them from getting lost or stolen as well. A fixed animal is far less likely to put itself in danger by chasing other animals or straying from its home for any other reason. By taking proactive measures to ensure your animal’s safety, you can
protect them from the dangers associated with being lost or stolen. Meet Your Match In the Meet Your Match program, pets go through an assessment known as Feline-ality for cats and Canine-ality for dogs. These assessments divide the pets into one of three colors, each of which contains three more sub-categories based on the pet's primary source of motivation such as internal, external, or social. When potential adopters arrive at Halifax Humane Society, they take a
short quiz to determine which is the best match. After completing the quiz, the adopter enters the adoption areas to find each pet's color labeled on its kennel. If an adopter decides they would prefer a different pet instead of the best matach, no problem! Meet Your Match is a great tool to match people with pets, but it is not a requirement.
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Pet Care Why Does Dog Chase Tail? by Sam Mazzotta
Dear Paw’s Corner: Our dog Jimbo recently took to chasing his tail. He does it in the living room, and he does it when I take him outside. Often he'll snap at the base of his tail. It stops for a few hours, and then he's back at it. I've looked, and I can't see any fleas or anything. What causes this? —Dale in Charlotte, NC Dear Dale: There are several possibilities as to why Jimbo keeps chasing his tail. While it's true that almost all dogs do this occasionally, frequent tailchasing signals that something else is going on. The most common cause, as you were thinking, is itching or other irritation in a spot on a dog's hindquarters that is hard for it to reach. A flea or tick infestation certainly can set if off, but since you didn't find evidence of fleas (such as flea dust—tiny black specks that are basically flea droppings— deep in Jimbo's fur) or ticks, the mystery gets even deeper. Another possibility is some kind of allergic reaction. He could be experienc-
ing anxiety. Or, he could have an underlying health problem,—an infection. Take Jimbo to the vet first to rule out any serious problems. If a cause isn't found, the vet likely will recommend a medication—either an antihistamine to calm allergic itching or an anti-anxiety medication, or both. If these help then you're halfway to finding a cause. Observe Jimbo more closely. Where does he hang out during the day? Are there certain places where he likes to walk or romp outside? Does he begin exhibiting the behavior after the same event or the same feeding time? Look for patterns and behavior triggers, and you can begin working forward to calm his tail-chasing. Send your questions or comments to ask@pawscorner.com
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Senior Service Line Getting Rid Of Clutter by Matilda Charles
hether you plan to stay in your home forever or sell it and move to smaller accommodations, getting rid of clutter can make your life easier and safer. Here are a few very good reasons to declutter: • Fewer opportunities to trip and fall. Consider what happens when a senior falls and breaks a bone: hospital, rehab, and the question of where to go afterward. Can the senior go home and live independently again? Sometimes the answer is no. • Organizing also makes things easier to find. • Clutter can be dangerous. If emergency services have to come to your house, will they be able to get to you? Or are pathways in rooms too narrow? Taken to an extreme, holding on to too many possessions can be called hoarding, and sometimes social services will step in to deal with it. Your best bet is to declutter before it gets to that point. Here are some ideas to help get you started with your project:
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Chicken Soup For The Soul Cupid At The Grocery Store zipped into the grocery store and grabbed a shopping cart on a quest to restock my bachelor pantry. The first person I encountered was Jess, a bagger who had recently completed my college public speaking class. He held the distinction of “Shyest Public Speaking Student Ever” in my book, barely squeaking by with a C. “You're not dating anyone, are you?” He handed me the wallet, open to a picture of a beautiful lady. “I think you might like my sister Kathy.” “I am between relationships now, so I might just do that.” I took down her number and didn't tell him I actually had been between relationships for many, many years. “You need a date, my good friend said to me one day.” I pulled the paper out of my wallet. “Well, there is this one lady.” In a whirlwind, one friend grabbed the paper, another one dialed, and the other one asked for Kathy and handed me the phone. It all happened so fast I wasn't sure what to do, but I blurted out that I was Jess' teacher and he had told me about her and would she like to have dinner?
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Strange But True Must Milk Your Own Cow? by Samantha Weaver
Those who traveled by air over the recent holiday season may sympathize with political satirist Mark Russell, who made the following sage observation: “The scientific theory I like best is that the rings of Saturn are composed entirely of lost airline luggage.” If you're planning a visit to rural Texas anytime soon, you might want to keep in mind that in that state, it's against the law to milk a cow that belongs to someone else. The elephant shrew is more closely related to the elephant than to the shrew. You may have heard of bridezilla, but what about momzilla? In a survey by David's Bridal, 22 percent of respondents claimed that it was the mother of the bride who caused the most conflict when planning the event, while another 22 percent said that it was the mother of the groom. However, you might want to take these results with a grain of salt, though, considering the fact that the
survey respondents were actually the brides themselves.
Even an honest person might have some sympathy for the deceit attempted by a man named Corey Taylor in 2007. He was so desperate to get out of his cell-phone contract without paying the high fee that he attempted to fake his own death. Unfortunately for him, it didn't work.
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Thought For The Day: “My therapist told me the way to achieve true inner peace is to finish what I start. So far I've finished two bags of M&Ms and a chocolate cake. I feel better already. —Dave Barry
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Networking To Improve And Support Senior Community Services. 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. ST PALs prides itself on constantly networking to improve senior resources, enrich senior lives, and provide quality services and care for our seniors. ST PALs is committed to meeting the needs of the seniors in our community. For more information, please call, 386.677.7060. The following is a list of professionals who share the ST PALs commitment. Please be sure to consider their businesses when you have the need for their services: Annette Lynch
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Chanin Carr
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Lynn Miller
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Becky Argeny
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386.427.1955
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Cindy Ferrara State Farm
386.255.5321
Kris Fischer
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Roni Jackson
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386.763.7598
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Council On Aging
386.253.4700
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386.299.5838
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