Seniors Today, June 20, 2014

The Senior Newspaper Serving Volusia & Flagler Counties For 23 Years—COMPLIMENTARY COPY

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Names And Surnames

friend brought in an article that I enjoyed reading.

It had to do with the fact that her daughter, Kim Beagle, studied and became a veterinarian. Not only that… she says she once dated a Doberman. Her interviewer, Mr. Cheek, asked if her father had long, floppy ears. She was caught up in the humor of his What’s In A Name article and added, “My sister married a Badger.” He should have asked if she had any ‘barkers’ in the family.

That brought to mind that my mother used to know a doctor named Willie Hurt and I once had a dentist named Dr. Aiken. Then there was Mr. and Mrs. Dye who named their son Charlie Will and their daughter Ellie Mae. During my teen years, I had a friend named Bayo Fuller. She was the daughter of the owner of Fuller Bus Lines.

They were always busy.

Have you ever wondered about how people get their last names? You got your last name from your parents, of course, but where did they get it? If you check back over time, your last name had to start at some time in the distant past. Many modern surnames can be traced to medieval Europe since Europeans were some of the first to settle North America.

Europeans lived in small villages that were separated from other villages by large tracts of farmland. At that time, populations were small and often separated by such a distance that they didn’t have the opportunity to interact with each other. In each small village everyone knew each other so there was no need for last names but, over time the populations grew. People traveled more and they needed a way of distinguishing between people with the same first name.

They began to add surnames to distinguish one John from another.

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Name It …by Kitty Maiden

The first surnames were simple but became more diverse over the years.

A father named John might have a son named Stephen who may have gone by the name Stephen John(son). Sam York was probably Sam who lived in the town of York. Occupational names became common, identifying people based on their jobs or status. William Smith would have been the William in the village who was the blacksmith. James Knight would have chosen his surname to reflect his social standing as a knight.

Other common surnames have been based on size (Long- Short-Little), coloring (Black- Brown- White), or a personality characteristic (Stout-SternJolly). Much of this information was found on my computer but today, in conversation with another friend of mine, she said “My three sons are Bishops.” I was surprised until she said that at one time in her life she was married to a Bishop. Then her daughter married a Shepherd.

You’ve been seeing my name in this column for years. The surname is common enough in England but rarely heard here. Actually both my names get an unusual amount of attention.

Because of my first name, anyone who ever watched Gunsmoke calls me Miss Kitty. The last name, Maiden, is often mispronounced because some think of it not as a name but as a condition.

That’s okay. I can say, “I’ve been a maiden all my life.”

Kitty Maiden is a staff writer for Seniors Today.

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What’s Happening Around Town…

Marine Discovery Open House Come celebrate Florida’s coastal ecosystems with family and friends on Saturday, July 12 from 12–3 P.M. This is an opportunity for the Marine Discovery Center, 520 Barracuda Blvd., New Smyrna Beach to give back to the community which helps support it throughout the year. There will be free activities for kids and adults.

• Kids Arts, Crafts, & Face Painting • The Mermaid in her pool.

• Live Raptors–hawks and owls • Marine Touch Tanks • Kayak Clinic for everyone • Archery Clinic for kids • Win a Boat or Kayak Tour • Free Stuff • Kite Flying There is no charge and the event is open to the public. For more information contact: mark@marinediscovery center.org or call the Welcome Desk at 386.428.4828.

Paper Crafts Adults can make crafts from handmade paper during “The Science Of Paper Making, Part Two” at 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, July 2 at the Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St. Participants should bring a cookie sheet and cookie cutters. Reservations are requested and may be made by calling the information desk at 386-676-4191, ext. 21084.

Health & Kidney Disease Do you have Diabetes or high blood pressure? These are two are the leading cause of kidney disease. You can help with early prevention of kidney disease for you or your loved ones. Kidney Smart Education classes are offered in your area at no cost! Call 888.my. kidney or visit kidneysmart.org

Free Caregiver’s Day Need a break from caregiving? First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach is providing two 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 Sat., July 12; and Thurs., Aug 14 at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach. For information, 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 well care for.

Medicare Workshop Come find out how medicare works and get the answers to frequently asked questions on Tues., Jul. 1 or Tues., Aug. 5 both at 10 A.M. at Great American Senior Benefits, 1930 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach. RSVP to 386. 671.9150 or greatamericanpr@yahoo.com and leave name and date you wish to attend.

Free $10 gift certificate to Gourmet Kitchen for all attendees!

Parkinson’s Meeting The Parkinson Association of Daytona Beach will have Certified Laughter Leader Diane Bumgarner Trask, LHMC, MS present: Learn How Laughter Can Transform Your Life. This event is being held on Wednesday, June 25 from 2– 3:30 P.M. at the Daytona Beach Regional Library located on City Island at 105 E. Magnolia Ave., Daytona Beach. Seating is limited—reservations for this event are required by calling 386.676.6375.

Politics, Freedom, & The Underdog Come enjoy the 10 annual on-going Art Installation project July 1–10 from 1–5 P.M at the Sara Fox Gallery-House, 110 N. Halifax Ave., Daytona Beach.

Admission is free, no donations please!

Groups may be scheduled by appointment. For details about the exhibit or to schedule a group, call 386.258.5333. th

Driving Course The Sunshine Safety Council, 150 N. Beach Street, Daytona Beach will conduct a Coaching The Mature Driver course on Wed., June 25 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.

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Calling all ladies who love to sing!

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Song Of The Coast Chorus rehearses every Monday at 6:30 P.M. at Tomoka United Methodist Church, 1000 Old Tomoka Rd. in Ormond Beach. For more information, call 386.252.0300.

Ballroom Dance Join us Friday, June 27 at 1250 Hand Ave., Ormond Beach with intro to Ballroom swing lesson at 7:15 P.M. This will be followed by Ballroom dancing, music mix of Ballroom, Latin, Swing, & requests with DJ Ward. Donation $5 member, $10 non member. Call, 407.970.1903.

Reverse Mortgage Seminar Come get all the facts on fixed rate reverse mortgages and have all your questions answered by Glenn Russell your local reverse mortgage specialist on Thurs., June 26 from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. in Port Orange. Enjoy a complimentary lunch while you learn. Seating is limited. RSVP to 386.663.4067.

Computer Class The New Smyrna Beach Regional Library, 1001 S. Dixie Hwy. offers a computer lab for patrons who have questions about basic computer use, e-mail, the Internet, e-books, and job searching.

Library employees provide one-on-one guidance from 9 to 11 A.M., Tuesdays; 1 to 3 P.M., Wednesdays; and 3 to 4:30 P.M ., Thursdays. Library laptops are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Patrons may bring their own laptops. For more information, call 386.

424.2910, ext. 20854.

Free Movies Bring your own popcorn and watch recent Hollywood releases in the Port Orange Regional Library auditorium.

Free movies include: The Life of Walter Mitty on Monday, June 23 starring Ben Stiller and Kristin Wiig and is rated PG; and The Monuments Men on Monday, June 30 starring Bill Murray and Rated PG-13. The movies begin at 2 P.M. and are funded by the Friends of the Port Orange Library.

Support Groups Neuropathy Support Group The 2014 Neuropathy Support Group meets at 2 P.M. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Fellowship Hall, 485 Turnbull Bay Road, New Smyrna Beach and at GrandVilla of Ormond Beach, 535 N. Nova Rd., Ormond Beach. For details, call 855.966.3600.

Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experiences, strength, and hope. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees.

Please call toll free, 888.756.2930 for more information.

Look Good/Feel Better Trained cosmetologists are available to help women undergoing cancer treatments with makeup and accessories.

This group meets at Florida Hospital in DeLand. Cost is free, but seating is limited and registration is required.

Call 1.800.227.2345 for reservations.

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How Does YOUR Advisor Get Paid?

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t's interesting to me how few people really understand how their financial advisor is getting paid. So interesting, that I thought it would make a great topic for this week's issue.

First of all, I assure you, we in the financial services industry, are not working for free! So the question becomes, where and from whom are we getting paid?

There are several ways that advisors can get paid. Some, directly by the companies offering investment products. These forms of compensation are known as either commissions or trails. Others get paid from their clients through fee billing or asset based advisory service fees. Traditionally, advisors have been paid commissions for selling a certain type of investment plan.

Commissions are paid when a client makes an investment. The commission is a percentage of the investment amount. “A” share mutual funds or stock trades normally cost the client a certain amount up front, payable from the client's account. The purchase of “B” or “C” share mutual funds, variable, indexed, or fixed annuities on the other hand, are paid by the issuing company. However there is normally a penalty if the client pulls their money out within a certain number of years. Just because these companies pay the advisor, doesn't mean it is free to the client though. Many of these plans have either, internal fees that are charged even before a client ever sees their own returns, or some products have restrictions or caps on returns that limit performance.

Fee based or asset based investment platforms on the other hand fall under a much higher level of regulation to protect the client's interests known as a “fiduciary standard” and tend to be very transparent.

Similar types of investments may be available under this arrangement, however the advisor is not only required to provide a suitable recommendation at the time of purchase, but also maintains an ongoing legal responsibility to the client to make sure their asset allocation and financial circumstances are in line with their investment portfolio. Fee based accounts are normally billed directly out of the client's account on a quar-

10 Years

Finance

by Scott Weidman, CFP®, Certified Financial PlannerTM Professional

terly basis and depending on the agreement the client has with the firm, a certain percentage annual fee is what the associated cost would be.

Since, not all investments are alike, our firm has elected to be fee based as well as commission based. There are some great investment products only available in a commissionable arrangement and are best suited for certain clients depending on their age and risk tolerance, etc. Many other clients would prefer to engage in a fee based advisory relationship because of its transparency.

In no way am I criticizing or apologizing for the fact that we actually get paid for the work we do. I just believe clients have the right to know how we get paid if they are choosing to hire a financial advisor and get professional advice. If you find yourself, wondering how YOUR advisor is getting paid, please feel free to give us a call. We would be happy to explain it!“At Savannah Court Financial Advisors, Inc. you're not just a client, you're our guest!”

For information call 386-308-5842 or Cell 386-299-2893, or visit our website at www.SavannahCourtFinancialAdvisors.com Scott Weidman, CFP® is a local, independent Certified Financial PlannerTM Professional. He has been serving his client's retirement and investment needs for over 14 years and owns and operates Savannah Court Financial Advisors, Inc. located at 157 Fairview Avenue, Daytona Beach, FL 32114.

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Recalibrate Our Laugh Meter

by Peggy Goldtrap

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eniors need to recalibrate our laugh meter. Many serious is– sues swamp us as we swim the senior sea. Bras fall below our waists; stomachs are TV trays; husbands shave less than we do. Seniors suffer reverse hair loss. It falls from our head and reappears in our nose and ears.

Chairs recline like their owners. We need glasses to find our glasses. Wherever we sit, we have a magnifying glass; light blanket, pillow, newspapers, magazines, snacks, a gripper, small microwave, and fridge.

Every pocket has wadded Kleenex… how can we be so dry and still drip? We’re stiff in all the wrong places. Down with zippers…Velcro rules!

Cafeterias are choice dining. Old birds eat early birds. We carry baggies in our purse; use tablecloths for bibs; check blood pressure at the supermarket. When lonely we refill prescriptions; the pharmacist knows our name. We use GPS to locate bathrooms; carry toilet paper in the glove compartment; underwear in the trunk. No coffee before long rides or burritos before yoga class.

We’ve twittered for years. 911’s on speed dial. We customize walkers with tennis balls and duct tape. Our knees go out more than we do. Spouses sleep in another room; (she stays up past 8).

Cataracts fore-shadow our future. We squint more; see less. Labels are impossible to read. WARNING: Don’t confuse Viagra with Vigaro.

Seniors read between the lines. Rock and roll means gallstone attack. Stiff upper lip indicates stroke. You look great (you’re alive). You’re looking well… (for someone half-dead.)

Skipping a heartbeat equals aerobic exercise. We quit smoking… (can’t remember where we left the cigarettes). ‘No heavy drinking... we quit bottled water.

Cholesterol is high, cognition low, feet flat, ankles puffy. We’re flaccid and placid.

Hallucinations are real! ‘Get that!’… (the doorbell didn’t chime). ‘Answer that!’ … (phone didn’t ring). Our ears ring, our head roars, our mouth is dry, our eyes water.

Seniors do chair exercises. We get up, sit down, get up, go to the kitchen, open fridge, close fridge, open drawer, close drawer, stretch for plate, balance chips, walk to sofa, bend, place plate, walk to bathroom, sit down, stand up, walk to the chair, sit down, eat, sleep. Seniors are fit.

Every day, we ‘bon voyage’ an old friend (not cruising); loved ones schedule surgery; ‘funny feelings’ tingle our spine. ICU isn’t code for family reunions. Car warranties outlive us. We rock at least 3 times building momentum to leave our car. ‘Drive-thru’ (car mysteriously accelerated).

Seniors have read every magazine in the doctor’s office, straightened pictures, and stolen more pens than we can count. Laughter is still the best medicine. It’s healthy to laugh at ourselves.

Happy Talk …by George & Peggy Goldtrap ‘Show some skin’–Dermatologist ‘Bottoms Up’–Proctologist ‘Stick your neck out’–Chiropractor ‘Chubby Checker’–Bariatric Surgeon ‘Joint Decision’–Rheumatologist ‘Liver Up’–Internist ‘Hang ‘em High’ – Gynecologist ‘Slow Poke’ – Phlebotomist ‘Fill ‘er Up’– Urologist ‘Dyeing to Serve’–Hair stylist ‘Die-ing to Preserve’–Undertaker ‘Urn Your Reward’–Funeral Director ‘Gut Wrenching’–Diverticulitis ‘Aorta Gonow’–Redneck Cardiologist ‘Let’s See’–Opthamologist ‘Walk-ins Welcome’–Orthopedist ‘Brush Up on That’–Dentist ‘Brush Up on That’–Barber ‘401K’–your European weight SED Rate–not on NYSE Life Expectancy–not pregnancy Alzheimers–not a polka band Senile–not a tour of Egypt Check–out time sounds sinister Seniors remember everything that ever happened; beginning with… “in my day, we used to”… but we don’t remember where we left the remote, or if we took the morning pill yesterday afternoon. Weak-ends, weak-days, it’s all the same.

We don’t remember if we took the trash out, or brought the groceries in. We wind the cat and put out the clock. We forget where we parked our car; then remember we didn’t drive. Senior alertness has a small window of opportunity. Make the most of it.

We bend to pick something up, but the floor’s too far, so we kick whatever-it-was under the counter. Seniors wear slip-in shoes, no more ‘tie one on.’ We wear baggy shorts, baggy shirts, baggy underwear, and squint through baggy eyes. We save food in tiny containers. Free is our favorite word, followed by discount and coupon. Our closet is filled with vintage clothes. Isn’t doubleknit still stylish?

Senior memory functions best around midnight… Gotta get up… Just remembered something…’

Whenever our world goes awry, set it ‘a-wry-ght’ with a smile. Forget bad times, old times, troubled times, rough times, ‘wish I hads;’ ‘shoulda’s, coulda’s,’ ‘rue the days.’ We can’t move forward dragging the past.

Final Sug-Jest-ion: Walk on the funny side of the street seniors and we won’t get hit by cares.

George and Peggy Goldtrap are both actors, speakers, and writers living in Ormond By The Sea. Contact them at georgegoldtrap@gmail.com

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DSC’s Annual Patriotic Concert To Feature Guest Conductor Special to Seniors Today

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ust weeks ago, Dr. Doug Peterson, chair of the Mike Curb College of Music, Entertainment, and Art at Daytona State College, was welcomed as a guest conductor during a symphonic performance at the Auditorio Nacional de Musica, the premier concert hall in Madrid, Spain.

On Thursday, July 3, a reciprocal exchange will take place when Spanish conductor Maximilian Santos shares the stage during the annual Independence Day weekend performance of Daytona State’s Community Symphonic Band.

The 7:30 P.M. performance at the NewsJournal Center, 221 North Beach St. in downtown Daytona Beach, is free and open to the public. The annual event features the 75piece band, choir, and soloists playing a variety of patriotic and Broadway favorites ranging from Sousa to Gershwin.

Santos is associate professor of the Alcalá City Orchestra and the Student Symphony

Orchestra of Madrid.

A graduate of the Royal Conservatory of Music in Madrid and the State Higher School of Music in Stuttgart (Germany), he has a wide-ranging background as a composer, arranger, conductor, and musician. He was a French horn soloist with the Symphonic Band of the Spanish Royal Guard and has performed alongside such musical luminaries as Alfredo Kraus, Placido Domingo, Raimondi Regiero, Carlos Alvarez, and Maria Bayo.

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Social Security Honors Veterans

by Michael W. Grochowski, Social Security Regional Commissioner in Atlanta

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n the United States, people do a lot to recognize and honor the heroes who serve in the Armed Forces and those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. July is an appropriate month to recognize veterans and wounded warriors, as we celebrate our nation’s independence.

On July 12, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln signed into law a measure to award the U.S. Medal of Honor “to such noncommissioned officers and privates as shall most distinguish themselves by their gallantry in action, and other soldier-like qualities during the present insurrection.” The first Medal of Honor went to Private Jacob Parrott during the Civil War for his role in the Great Locomotive Chase. According to the Congressional Medal of Honor Society, a total of 3,487 medals have been awarded.

Such recognition is important, but perhaps just as important is awarding Social Security benefits to veterans as well. Earnings for active duty military service or active duty training have been covered under Social Security since 1957. Social Security also has covered inactive duty service in the Armed Forces reserves (such as weekend drills) since 1988.

In fact, more than one out of five adult Social Security beneficiaries has served in the military. Veterans and their families make up 35 percent of those receiving Social Security.

If you served in the military before 1957, you did not pay Social Security taxes, but you received special credit for some of your service.

You can get both Social Security benefits and military retirement. Generally, there is no reduction of Social Security benefits because of your military retirement benefits. You’ll get your full Social Security benefit based on your earnings.

If you served in the Armed Forces and you’re planning your retirement, you’ll want to read our publication, Military Service Social Security at www.socialsecurity.gov/ pubs If you are disabled and can no longer work, you may also want to read, Disability Benefits For Wounded Warriors, available at the same web address. Note that Social Security offers veterans expedited processing on their applications for disability benefits.

Another reason July is significant to veterans: on July 3, 1930, Congress signed a bill to authorize the President to issue an executive order establishing the Veterans Administration, or VA. President Herbert Hoover signed Executive Order 5398 to create the VA on July 21 of that same year.

Learn more about military service and Social Security benefits by visiting the Military Service page for wounded warriors and veterans at www.socialsecurity.gov/retire 2/veterans.htm Social Security thanks you for your service, and we hope we can now be of service to you.

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Future Army Museum To Salute Service Groups NAPSA

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Hall, receive invitations to campaign events, and get personalized tours of the museum.

In addition, the Foundation collects stories of soldiers and veterans through the Registry of the American Soldier. This electronic database is open to anyone who served in the U.S. Army. It will be accessible via computer kiosks in the museum and online.

foundation that honors the U.S. Army has found a new way to salute the efforts of organizations that serve veterans. The Army Historical Foundation, the nonprofit designated to lead the campaign to build the National Museum of the United States Army, has created an exclusive opportunity for veterans service organizations.

The National Army Museum will be the first museum to tell the entire storied history of the nation’s oldest and largest military service. Interactive galleries will educate visitors on the Army’s role in times of war and peace, the relationship between the Army and the nation it serves, and the Army’s contributions to geography, science, technology, engineering, and math.

By supporting the museum, Army units, alumni groups, and military and The National Army Museum will be the veteran associations of all kinds can first museum dedicated to telling the entire have their efforts permanently honored storied history of the U.S. Army. in the Veterans’ Hall, a space within the museum that will host official functions and showcase pieces of the Army’s col- The Registry is free and ensures a soldier’s story is forever told in the future home of lection of combat artwork and artifacts.

Sponsoring organizations will have their Army history. names permanently displayed in the Veterans’ Hall. Groups offering higher levels of To learn more, visit the website at www. support will have enhanced access to the armyhistory.org

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Q: I have a chenille bedspread that has been in my family for at least 75 years. It has a log cabin design and is in fairly good condition. Is this a keeper?

—Barbara, Tyler, TX A: The first chenille bedspreads were made using thick cotton threads, identical to those found in candle wicks.

Although the earliest examples of this type of embroidery date back to Colonial America, chenille didn't really become popular until the Victorian era.

The value of a chenille bedspread depends on several factors: Condition, the pattern, and the colors used all are important. Spotted recently in Phoenix were three exceptional chenille spreads: An elaborate peacock, $85; a patriotic World War II design with warplanes and military ships, $125; and a ranch scene with horses and cowpokes, $150. *** Q: I purchased a cast-iron bulldog several years ago at a flea market and recently discovered it actually is a doorstop. Is it worth keeping?

—Mike, Las Cruces, NM

A: It depends. Since reproductions have flooded the marketplace, it is always a good idea to examine them with suspicion. Cast-iron doorstops seem to ebb and flow in popularity.

During the 1980s, interest reached a fever pitch and prices soared. That fever has since broken to quite an extent. If your doorstop is authentic, it might be worth keeping. Typical prices include a Colonial woman with cat, $325; a bunny, $95; a basket of tulips, $150; and a covered wagon, $150. All of these prices reflect vintage examples, not reproductions. Reproductions often can be found in the $25 to $50 range. Be carful, since many of the fakes are aged to look old and real.

Write to Larry Cox in care of KFWS, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475, or send e-mail to questionsforc ox@aol.com Due to the large volume of mail he receives, Mr. Cox cannot personally answer all reader questions, nor do appraisals. Do not send any materials requiring return mail.

June 20, 2014—Seniors Today—Page A-9 Diabetes, Self-Control, And Management MEDICARE WORKSHOP Adult Day Center s a senior person, the treat- should be part of daily activities, even if INCLUDING A FREE ment and management of your you are disabled). Your menu’s must be $10 GIFT CERTIFICATE* medical conditions are part of created for you by a dietician, nutritionist,

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Priority number one with regard to management of your diabetes is to prevent hypoglycemia (low blood sugar, 70 mg/dL or less). Frequency of blood glucose monitoring will vary depending on your treatment requirement. For example, those individuals on oral medications may require only once daily, whereas those individuals taking insulin or multiple daily injections should check their blood sugar fasting, before meals, and prior to bed. The control of blood glucose of a person with diabetes mellitus receiving insulin (injections or insulin pump) and other injections such as Amylin, Incretins (i.e. Exenatide, Liraglutide), requires perhaps more care, self-monitoring, and involvement.

Fortunately, we now have a device that can help monitor your blood sugar continuously, even while you are sleeping. Your medical nutritional diet should be individualized based on your own metabolic and nutritional needs, physical activity (which

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nder the regime of Scion, having any psychic ability at all is a crime, but having a rare dreamwalking talent like Paige's means an even bigger target on your back. Paige scratches out a dangerous living reporting on others for her underworld boss, but after she accidentally kills a Scion guard, that precarious protection is shattered.

She is captured and taken away—but instead of the execution she expects, she finds herself in a secret prison at the heart of a centuries-old conspiracy.

It turns out there is an even greater power behind Scion, a godlike race called the Rephaim that wants not to destroy the voyants' powers, but to control them for their own dark purposes.

The penal colony is a hole of brutality and despair, where beasts lurk beyond the gates and monsters just as frightening hold the keys. Paige tries to look out for her fellow inmates while avoiding the attention of the cruel Rephaites, especially their vicious leader, who wants Paige's ability for her own,

and her inscrutable guardian, whose own motives are dangerously unclear.

Paige is a survivor, which is the power she'll need most as she tries to get a handle on what exactly she is capable of and how far she is willing to go for her freedom.

The Bone Season takes place in an alternate timeline that uses a dash of the supernatural to rearrange history into a completely unpredictable future.

The story starts weird and just keeps getting weirder, and it requires some patience on the part of the reader to suss out how this world works.

The author claims this is the first in a planned seven-book series, so there may be a ways to go before all secrets are revealed. The questions are intriguing enough to suggest that the answers are worth waiting for.

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) There's nothing you like less than having to tackle a humdrum task. Finding a creative way to do it can make all the difference. An exciting time awaits you.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Finishing up a job on time leaves you free to enjoy your weekend without any guilt pangs. A romantic attitude from someone could take you by surprise.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Moving in a new career direction might be seen by some as risky. If you have the confidence to see it through and the facts to back you up, it could be rewarding.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Holding back on a decision might be difficult, considering how long you've waited for this opportunity. It could be the wiser course to take.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) You still need to move carefully where financial matters are concerned. Better to move slowly than pounce on a promising prospect that doesn't exist.

VIRGO (August 23 to Sept. 22) A rejection of an idea you believe in can be upsetting. Don't let it discourage you.

Get back on track and use what you've learned from the experience.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) The early part of the week could find you looking to balance your family obligations and your career responsibilities.

It eases by the end of the week.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) An associate's problem could cause unavoidable delays in moving ahead with your joint venture. Use the time to look into another project you had set aside.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Although a financial problem could be very close to being resolved in your favor, it's a good idea to avoid unnecessary spending for a little while longer.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Support for some unwelcome workplace decisions begins to show up, and continues to build, so that by week's end, the Goat is as popular as ever.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Congratulations. Deciding to attend a social function you might have earlier tried to avoid could turn out to be one of the best decisions you've made.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Getting into a new situation could prove to be a more difficult experience than you expected. Don't hesitate to ask for advice in coping with some of the challenges.

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Pet Care Toilet Train Cat?

by Sam Mazzotta

Dear Paw’s Corner: I occasionally see ads for a package that will allow owners to teach their cats to use the toilet. Is that for real? I can't even train my cat to stay off the counter.

—Fred H., Milwaukee Dear Fred: It is possible to train cats to use a toilet rather than the litter box, but it's not an easy task. That's why those ads for training instructions crop up and then disappear, at least for a while.

Still, even owners who don't care if their cats can do cartwheels on command can teach them some behaviors that make life easier for both parties.

Training cats to use the litter box is a prime example, and offers some hints as to how to train them to do other things, like stay off the counter.

A litter box is meant to provide the closest thing to how cats eliminate when they're outside—they hide their stools from potential predators by covering them with sand or loose soil. So, train-

ing often consists of taking a new cat or a weaned kitten and placing it in the litter box.

To get a cat off the counter, try to figure out why it wants to be up there.

Cats instinctively like high ground. The smell of food may be drawing the cat upward, or even just the memory that food was on the counter, and therefore may be again.

When training cats, it's better to convince them that they want to do something, rather than forcing them to do it or punishing undesirable behavior.

Take advantage of their natural instincts to develop your own ways to train them, and combine that training with a specific reward when the cat responds in a positive way.

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Tails From The Front

by Tyler Stover t’s hot outside and summer has arrived. Swimming pools are open, beach and lake outings are on the schedule, and cookouts are planned.

This is a good time to refresh our memories on a few safety tips.

While most dogs will “dog paddle” instinctively, this does not always mean that they are natural swimmers. Even though some breeds of dogs are known for swimming ability they generally can be taught to go in the water, and many learn to enjoy it.

When starting out, do not force your dog to swim by throwing him in the pool. This can be a very traumatic experience for

a dog. Some dogs do not know how to swim correctly, and will only paddle with their front legs. Their back end will begin to sink, and they can even drown.

Dogs are more receptive to swimming when they enter the water on their own. Some will enter the water without any prompting, while others are more likely to come for a swim if their owner is already in the water. You can also use toys or treats as an incentive for your dog.

Some dogs are built better for swimming than others. Thicker dogs with short legs, like Bulldogs, often have a difficult time staying afloat. It is a good idea for these dogs to wear a life preserver when

swimming. When allowing your pet in a large body of water, such as a lake, even dogs with a strong swimming ability should wear a life preserver.

Dogs do not know how to exit the pool.

Help guide your dog to the pool steps or ramp so they can make a safe exit. Always watch dogs for signs of fatigue. If your dog begins breathing heavily or splashing harder while swimming, it is time to remove them from the pool for a rest.

Cats tend to avoid water at all costs. Cats usually do possess the ability to swim, but should never be forced into the water. Their fur quickly becomes waterlogged, and cats can become cold very quickly in the water.

Cats should only enter the water if they do so on their own. Even if your cat does enjoy water, they should still be supervised.

Always rinse off your cat or dog and towel dry them after they swim in a pool, lake, or ocean. The chemicals in pool water, or the salt and/or dirt in other bodies of water can be harmful to their coat and cause skin irritations. With a few precautions your pet will be able to enjoy a wonderful summer in the water.

Tyler Stover can be reached at 386-2744703, ext. 320, or at tstover@halifaxhuman esociety.org

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Chicken Soup For The Soul Giving Up Farm Land

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he shopping mall owns my flowers now. I used to live kitty-corner from the parcel of land on which the center was developed. One morning I opened to a knock at my front door and found a pretty young woman, dressed in khaki work pants standing on my porch.

“I'm working across the street on the shopping center development, and I was just wondering if I might dig up some of the wild irises and cattails from your pond so that we can transplant them over there. We're building a drainage pond and need some natural landscaping for it.”

We had moved in a few years before precisely because the area was still a patch of country, with peace and beauty.

I mourned for my scarred scenery and the vanished tranquility. I viewed the infestation as the enemy camp.

Here was reality knocking on my front door in khakis. I looked into her eyes. She was eager to preserve the natural feel. All this wasn't her fault; progress is relentless. Perhaps here was a friend among the enemy. I gave in to

the inevitable, granted her permission, shut the door and did not watch her digging up my plants.

Once the developers were ready to work on our side of the street, we moved far away and had many adventures.

When we moved back years later, we noticed a sign by the mall: Perry Creek.

Who knew our stream had a name?

In the spring, delicate spots of iris yellow sprinkle the edges of the pond where ducks raise their wobbly young ones. In the summer, water lilies dot the surface. Swaying cattails spike the rim, dotted in turn with red-winged blackbirds. Later in the season, the ducks sail lazily past the lily pads.

My wild irises and cattails greet me each time I round the corner by the local shopping mall. They continue to create a patch of peace for the neighborhood. I’m glad I gave permission!

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To Your Good Health Heart Rate And Sleep Apnea Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 65-yearold male in fairly good health. I do a bit of running. I've checked my blood pressure and pulse lately and have started monitoring it. My pulse is always in the 40s or low 50s. I went to the hospital to get some blood work done and have an EKG. They almost didn't let me go home. My pulse was reading 35, so the doctor sent me to the outpatient department. I wore an all-day heart-rate monitor. It did register in the 30s overnight. I eat right, don't smoke, and am athletic, so my doctor couldn't recommend anything. Is there a problem with a low pulse?

When I get older, how low will it drop?

—C.W.

Dr. Blasik M.D., Jason Welch NP-C, and Nitra Welch NP-C have opened their practice at Blue Ocean Dermatology.

Answer: Bradycardia (brady for slow, cardia for heart) usually is not a problem in people who have no symptoms. However, heart rates in the 30s make me nervous, and they make most cardiologists start thinking very seriously about pacemakers. My colleague, Dr. Rob Campagna, a cardiologist at Weill-Cornell, tells me that at heart rates in the 30s and below, most

people have symptoms, even if they are subtle. He also reminded me that sleep apnea, a condition I have written about several times, is a cause of bradycardia and ought to be considered in people with slow rates at nighttime.

The booklet on abnormal heart rhythms explains common heart-rhythm disturbances in greater detail. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Roach —No. 107W, Box 5364765, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./ $6. Canada with the recipient's printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery.

Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may e-mail questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu To view and order health pamphlets, visit www.rbmamall.com or write to P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

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Veteran’s Post

ACTIVE RETIREMENT LIVING

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NOW is the Best Time to Consider the Alliance Community

Prescriptions By Mail ou can get your prescription drugs from the Department of Veterans Affairs by mail. That's good

—and bad.

The good news: A recent study by J.D. Powers gives the VA outpatient pharmacy the highest score for customer satisfaction. The VA scored 871 out of 1,000 points for pricing, order process, and customer service. The VA also made the top scores in 2010, 2011, and 2012.

Clearly, getting your medications from the VA's mail-order services can be a positive experience.

But not always.

The bad news: Your order isn't as secure as stepping down the street to your local pharmacy or picking up your drugs right at the VA. A UPS driver in Maine is going to jail for taking oxycodone drugs sent from the VA's mail order program.

A fast search of Google found far too many cases of veterans' mailed drugs being stolen around the country. In one case, a postal worker was both stealing and selling the drugs on the mail

route. In Chattanooga, Tennessee, a postal worker who also is a veteran on medication said his drugs, sent monthly, had been disappearing right out of the post office where he works. In Indianapolis, a postal worker was nabbed for taking drugs out of 17 packages in the VA mail-order program. In another case, a 24-year employee of the post office stole more than 2,000 pills destined for veterans.

The Maine UPS driver was caught, literally, blue-handed. Authorities had put a blue dye pack in the package, which exploded in his face when he opened it. He was taking the drugs when agents came through the door.

If you get your medications by mail, you can now track them. Go online to MyHealtheVet web portal.

Freddy Groves regrets that he cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Send email to columnreply2@gmail.com

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Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about qualifications and experience.

ave you noticed how many studies involve seniors?

Whether it's medical research, how we handle technology or where we choose to retire, we seniors must be fascinating. Now the U.S. Census has issued a report covering a number of aspects of senior life.

Here are some facts about us: • In 1990, 22 percent of seniors ages 65-69 worked. Now, in 2012, 32 percent were in the workforce. Even the 70-74 age group saw a significant jump, from 12 percent to 17 percent.

• In 2013, 80 percent of seniors age 65 and older owned their homes.

That's the same as in 2012, so we haven't lost any ground there.

• It's thought that seniors prefer warm weather, but that isn't necessarily so. Over 18 percent of people who lived in Florida are age 65 and older... but that's quickly followed by Maine at 17 percent.

• Seniors age 65 and older have an average net worth of approximately $170,000. We only keep an average of $800 in a checking account, preferring to put the bulk of our cash in interest-bearing accounts. Seniors in the Northeast edged out those in the other regions of the country, but not by much.

• When it comes to marriage, 56 percent of us are, with 25 percent of us widowed and 11 percent divorced.

• Only 61 percent of seniors have a computer in the home, with the Northeast having the most computer ownership. Income plays a part: The higher the income, the more likely a household will have a computer.

• We vote. Whether it's broken down by income, marital status, or region of the country, the senior vote is

a larger percentage than any other age groups.

Matilda Charles regrets that she cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into her column whenever possible. Send e-mail to columnreply2@gmail.com

King’s Sudoku

Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down, and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine.

Difficulty this week: ★ ★ Moderate Challenging ★★ ★★★ Hoo Boy! © 2012 King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved

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Strange But True Three Days In Traffic?

by Samantha Weaver

It was nonviolent Indian activist Mahatma Gandhi who made the following sage observation: “First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win.”

Beloved children's author Dr. Seuss had a hobby that few people were aware of: He collected hats.

With the summer holidays approaching, you might want to keep in mind this tidbit: Every year, 75,000 stuffed animals are left behind in hotels. Be sure to check under the bed before you leave!

It was long believed that a single piece of paper couldn't be folded more than seven times, but in 2002, highschooler Britney Gallivan disproved that notion. She ordered a 4,000-footlong roll of toilet paper and, along with her family, headed to a shopping mall to try to break the seven-fold limit. After seven hours, she and her family had succeeded in folding the paper 12 times, putting an end to the myth.

Ancient Mayan warriors were known to throw hornets' nests at each other during their battle.

At some point you've almost certainly heard a coward described as lily -livered, but did you ever wonder where that expression came from? It was once believed that the seat of courage in the human body was the liver; therefore, someone who was timid presumably lacked blood in the liver, causing that organ to become white.

If you're like the average American, you spend 38 hours in traffic every year.

If you live in Chicago, you're stuck for 46 hours. If you're unlucky enough to be driving in Los Angeles, you'll be at the mercy of traffic for a whopping 72 hours every year. ***

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Here’s An Idea Gardening Tips

by JoAnn Derson When starting plants from seeds, you can use an old cupcake pan. Use paper liners or coffee filters to line the cups.

Add soil and seeds. Water as necessary.

When the seedlings are ready for replanting, simply lift out, break the bottom seal of the paper or filter, and plant as-is in the ground. It's easy to transport them in the pan—and no leaks.

Two things your garden should have: a rain barrel and a compost pile. Both are relatively easy to set up, and pay big dividends. You can go online or get a book at your local library on how to set up a compost pile. Some cities will give away rain barrels or hold workshops.

Find out today!

“To keep track of what's planted in your garden, you use garden markers.

Make your own by writing the type of flower, plant, or herb on a brick or large flat stone. Use permanent marker and cover with clear acrylic if you want it

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to last longer. You can even use both sides for different seasonal items.”

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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 seniors. The group was the first of its kind in this area, was formed over 15 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 seniors in our community.

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:

Doris Haas Toni Hodgins Roni Jackson Lauren Troise John Clayton Kathy Smith Cheryl Fredsall Patrick Forestell Dave Lynn Michele Turbin Brittany Gloersen Audrey Bellini Diane Adams Chris Van Singel Dama Melendez Terri Beer Becky Argeny Kris Fischer M. Ashley Moore Elsie J. Carter Amy Lickfield Nicole Bahley Debby Corrcedice Rachel Rader Tammy Horn Michele Morgan Katie Bauwens Amanda McHugh Mike Robinson John Long Liz Meunier

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