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The Old Guard hen my son’s birthday comes around, it brings to mind memories of the phone call we received from Gary, who had just finished training for duty in the Army. We assumed he would be going to Vietnam but got a call saying that he would be serving in the Old Guard. It was during a time of war and we were surprised to learn that he would be located in Washington, D.C. He was to be one of the Old Guard. The Mission of the Old Guard is to conduct military affairs to honor our comrades, ceremonies, and special events to represent the Army, communicating its story to our citizens and to the world. On order, the Old Guard is to conduct defensive support of civil authorities in the National Capitol region… the White House. We read that a member of the Old Guard must be between 5’10” and 6’2 with a waist size of no more than 30 inches very good vision, health, and manners. The tall members, who are in the E division, commit two years to guarding the tomb of the Unknown Soldier and live in barracks under the tomb. They cannot swear in public for the rest of their lives and cannot disgrace the uniform or the tomb in any way. The first six months of duty, they cannot talk to anyone nor watch TV. Off duty time is spent studying and memorizing the 175 notable people laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery. As a member of the A division, Gary’s duties were most often the 21-gun salute, military funerals; parades; cordoning off the streets to allow careful traveling for automobiles of visiting dignitaries. They were also the ones who placed (and removed) the American flags on each
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grave in Arlington Cemetery for Memorial Day weekend. One time when Gary came home on leave, he spent some time at the beach and felt like he got too much sun. He said he had better not be sunburned for that would be considered destroying government property. I remember seeing a picture of two members of the Old Guard in the newspaper and being absolutely sure that the one on the right was our son. I cut out the picture and kept it handy to show my friends. When Gary came home he said, “That wasn’t me.” These memories of a long time ago come to me again each year when it is time for Gary’s birthday. When we first moved to the area, Gary started going to the races. When he finished school, he went into the Army. After that, he worked for the post office for many years. Each year he scheduled his vacations during the time of the Daytona races which obviously meant a lot to him, and worked at the track. I always think of the Old Guard and Daytona Races when it is time to celebrate my son’s birthday, so, I will take this time to say HAPPY MARCH BIRTHDAY with love TO MY SON!
Kitty Maiden is a staff writer for Seniors Today.
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Seniors Today 724 Big Tree Rd. South Daytona, FL 32119 Phone: 386.677.7060 Fax: 386.677.0836 Website: seniorstodaynewspaper.com Published by Schillinger Enterprises, Inc. General Manager Bonnie Schillinger Editor Bonnie Gragg Staff Writers Kitty Maiden Peggy & George Goldtrap Volusia County Sheriff Chitwood Byron Spires Seniors Today is published and distributed free every other Friday to inform, entertain, and serve those over the age of 50. Deadlines: The deadline for advertising is Friday, 5 P.M., one week prior to the Friday publication date. Advertisements and copy: All advertisements and copy is believed to be truthful and accurate. Seniors Today reserves the right to edit, revise, or reject any advertising and/or submitted articles for publication. Advertisements are the sole responsibility of the advertiser. Advertisements and copy in Seniors Today are not meant to be an endorsement of any product, service, or individual. All editorial copy and by lined articles are the opinion of the writer and are not necessarily the view, opinion, or policy of Seniors Today. Errors and Omissions: Neither the publisher nor the advertiser are liable for mistakes, errors, or omissions. The sole liability of Seniors Today to an advertiser is to reprint the corrected ad in the next issue. Copyright Warning: Pursuant to Federal Copyright Law, all material contained within this publication which was created, designed, composed, written, typeset, -, or prepared in any way by Seniors Today remains the sole property of the publisher and cannot be reproduced in whole or in part without the written permission of Seniors Today. This pertains to the duplication of either advertising or non-advertising material. Notice of copyright appears on page one of this and all issues.
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Come join the fun Sat. & Sun., March 23 & 24, 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. at the Strawberry Fest in Central Park in Town Center, 975 Central Ave., Palm Coast. Loads of family fun and festivities, Plant City strawberries, arts & crafts, free bounce houses, classic cars, live entertainment, free petting farm, train rides, pony rides, and tons of yummy treats! Admission $6, kids 2 and under free. For more details, call 386. 860.0092.
Did you know you may be entitled to a tax-free benefit called Aid and Attendance provided by Department of Veterans Affairs? Please join Bishop’s Glen, 900 LPGA, Holly Hill for a special free series presentation for Wartime Veterans, surviving spouse, and family. The classes will be held March 14 at 1:15 P.M. Topic: Aid & Attendance, Application and Eligibility; March 21 at 1:15 P.M. Topic: Aid & Attendance, Services Covered; and March 28 at 1:15 P.M. Topic: Aid & Attendance, How We Can Help. Light snacks and beverages will be served. Call 386.226.9000.
PACE (Professionals Advocating For Community Education) has a professional panel ready to answer all your questions regarding senior issues, health care processes, and legal concerns. The next free meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 9 at 10:30 A.M. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church Social Hall, 724 Big Tree Rd., South Daytona. There is nothing to buy just come for information and have your questions answered. Refreshments served. Please RSVP by Thurs., April 4 to Seniors Today at 386.677.7060.
Estate Planning Elder Law Attorney Mike Pyle will present Estate Planning Basics on Saturday, April 6 at 2 P.M. at the Volusia County Public Library, City Island, 105 E. Magnolia Ave., Daytona Beach. He will educate the public about important legal issues and other interesting matters. The public is invited to attend this free presentation. For details, call 386.615.9007.
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 Thurs., March 21; Thurs., April 18; and Sat., May 18 at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach. Call Mary Beth at 386.852.0060.
Lunch Bunch Lunch Bunch is every Thursday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona. Just $5 gets you lunch and bingo with non-monetary prizes. Reservations must be made no later than NOON the Tuesday prior. Call 386.677.6080 to reserve your seat.
Free Computer Classes Do you need help with your computer? Adults can improve their computer skills with free classes at the Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St. Upcoming programs for beginners include: • Basic internet: 11 A.M. to NOON Thursday, March 7. • Basic computer: 11 A.M. to NOON Thursday, March 14. • Basic Word: 11 A.M. to NOON Thursday, March 21. • Basic e-resources: 11 A.M. to NOON Thursday, March 28. Participants may bring their own laptops. Eight library laptops are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is required; call 386.676. 4191, option 4.
Kilted Man Get swept up by tales of wayward voyages, unrequited love, and the colorful lives of common people during free performances at two branches of the Volusia County Public Library system. Scottish-born Matthew Gurnsey, better known as The Kilted Man, will sing and perform traditional Irish and Scottish music at: • 2 P.M., Sunday, March 17 at the New Smyrna Beach Regional Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway • 2 P.M., Tuesday, March 19 at the DeLand Regional Library, 30 E. Howry Ave. His Celtic instruments include the concertina, bodhran, bones, mandolin, penny whistle, and bowed psaltery. Reservations are not required for the concerts. For more information, call the New Smyrna Beach library at 386.424. 2910, option 4; or the DeLand library at 386.822.6430, ext. 20762.
Grand Hotel Ormond Discover the history of the Grand Hotel Ormond through photographs and artifacts at the MacDonald House Museum & Welcome Center, 38 East Granada Boulevard now through April 30. Each photograph or object has its own story to tell about a way of life, about their surroundings, about a time gone past, but not forgotten. Free and open to the public. Museum Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 A.M.–3 P.M.
FLOW Employees from Florida Licensing on Wheels (FLOW) will staff a table from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M., Fri., March 1 at the New Smyrna Beach Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway from 10 A.M. to 3 P.M. Mon., March 25. Drivers can renew or reinstate their license, and purchase a duplicate license for a lost or stolen license, etc. Written and driving tests will not be provided.
Medicare Workshops Come find out how medicare works on Mar. 14 or Apr. 11 at 6 P.M.; or Mar. 13 or Apr. 10 at 10 A.M. at American Senior Benefits, 1930 West Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach. Seating fills fast! RSVP to 386.671.9150 or paulettereed asb@yahoo.com and leave name and date you wish to attend.
Dance Lessons Learn the basics of ballroom and Latin dancing at 5:30 P.M. every Tuesday through April at the New Smyrna Beach Regional Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway. Members of the NSB Dance Club will teach the east coast swing in March and line dancing in April. Reservations are not required for the free dance nights. For more information, call the library at 386.424.2910, option 4.
Support Group Cancer Support On March 12, AdventHealth Daytona Beach will host a support group for caregivers of cancer patients at 9:30 A.M. This group provides a welcoming environment for caregivers to come feel supported, educated, and heard. The group meets in the AdventHealth Daytona Beach Cancer Institute Chapel, 224 Memorial Medical Pkwy., Daytona Beach on the second Tuesday of every month. To RSVP, contact Advent Health Daytona Beach oncology social worker Vanessa Hill at 386.231.4018 or Vanessa .Hill@AdventHealth.com Food Addicts Do you have an eating disorder? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) is a FREE 12-step recovery program for food obsession, overeating, or bulimia. There are 7 meetings in the Volusia County area Mon. through Sat. Call 386.256.7489 for details or go to www.foodaddicts.org
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Upcoming Presentation At City Island Library am scheduled to make a presentation at the Volusia County Public Library at City Island, 105 E. Magnolia Ave., Daytona Beach, to educate the public about important legal issues and other interesting matters. The public is invited to attend. The presentation is free. Saturday, April 6th • 2 P.M. Estate Planning Basics Estate planning means planning and executing documents to protect oneself in the event of incapacity or death. It includes determining who will receive one’s assets upon death, and who will handle the estate if one is deceased or incapacitated. A will is a viable way to handle many estate plans. For some people, a trust may be more suitable. We will explain the probate process as well as the pros and cons of wills vs. trusts. Whether probate is required depends upon how assets are held. For example, a deceased person could have a bank account payable on death (POD) to the person’s children, a bank account owned jointly (two names with OR between them), and a home in the person’s own name. The account that is POD would not require probate because it passes automatically to the beneficiaries; the other account does not require probate because it is owned jointly, with right of survivorship; the home requires probate because it does not pass automatically. It
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remains in the name of the deceased person until a court order is issued to distribute it. Probate administration requires a lawyer. In addition, we will also discuss planning for incapacity, including durable powers of attorney, health care designations, living wills and Do Not Resuscitate Orders. To avoid the uncertainty and costly and time-consuming process of court involvement, every adult should sign a durable power of attorney and other documents to enable a chosen person to make the person’s decisions. A durable power of attorney remains valid even after capacity has been lost. Such documents should address financial matters, health care decisions, and end-of-life decisions. Please join us on April 6th!
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Bingo Bubble Gum by Peggy Goldtrap
ver popped bubble gum? Of course you have. It’s a rite of passage, a universal joy. During WWII, kids couldn’t buy bubble gum. Gum was used in the war effort to make rubber tires or plug Holland’s dikes. Bubble gum was sacrificed; anything to bring our boys home. Every Friday night, my parents took me to play Bingo at the Country Club. I loved playing three or four cards and mingling with adults. One particular night, I was extraordinarily lucky. I won a silky, sage green bedspread, with quilt-like stitching. Even a confirmed Tomboy could appreciate luxury. I fantasized that I was a glamorous movie star like those in Modern Screen. As the numbers tumbled, I got luckier and luckier. Edibles were major prizes, candy was precious. Theater tickets were hot. Last game, a cover-all, and I had the magic touch. BINGO, I shouted. The card had to be checked; numbers called back, and indeed I had won. What about the prize? Was it something to make my parents proud; perhaps a trip to Chicago. Remember, gas was rationed, so leisure travel was impossible. The bingo-master tapped the microphone and solemnly declared: “Tonight’s Grand Prize is—a bag of Fleer’s Bubble Gum.” Wow! Fleer’s Bubble Gum! Something not seen, touched, nor tasted in years. I ran to claim my prize, then held up the bag for the audience to admire. Hooray for the lucky little kid. Since it was bedtime by the time we got home, I decided to wait until morning, starting fresh for a full day’s chew. I put the bag by my bed and left the lamp on to guard my gum from intruders. At the crack of dawn, I jumped out of bed, flew downstairs, woofed down breakfast; double-staired back to the bedroom; ripped the bag and inhaled deeply. A dizzying, syrupy-sweet aroma enveloped me as I surgically unwrapped a piece. It was pure, pink, and all mine. I put the first piece in my mouth. The new gum was hard as a rock, a real jawbreaker. No matter, a day of concentrated chewing would work it up into the correct consistency to blow a whopper. Little poppers were pretty easy after an hour of molaring, but a whopper was a 24-plus-hour project. Since I Bingoed Friday, I had all day Saturday and Sunday morning to masticate. I didn’t play football that weekend because I didn’t want to gamble
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losing my gum in a tackle. When I ate meals, I sat the gum on my plate so I didn’t mix-it with food. Food grained gum, altering taste, texture, and destroying elasticity. At night, after toothbrushing, I didn’t chew again until morning. No! I tucked it between my upper gums and teeth, then finger-flattened it against my cheek. I didn’t want to swallow a wad in my sleep. Sweet dreams. Sunday, taste totally gone, pliability maximum, the gum was ready for display. Friends gathered beneath the Big Top, a large oak tree. Double dog dares and bets were made. I worked my gum into position. One, Two, Three—thar she blows. A small pink orb peeked past my lips. Then, a dirigible-sized bubble grew bolder and bigger until it touched the sky and swayed in the wind. I held my breath so I wouldn’t destroy size, volume, and clarity. I could see my friends awed expressions through the haze of the headsize bubble, in front of my face. Kids cheered. Dogs barked. Flags waved. I had blown a world-record whopper. Suddenly, a pint-sized, pinhead, mini-mobster friend popped the bubble with their nasty hand. Not only did I suffer loss of Guinness fame, but I spent the next three days picking gum out of my hair, ears, eyebrows, eyelashes, and pores of my face and neck. Bubble gum resists soap. I ‘lost hide’ as my mother scoured gum scum. Some sticky simply had to wear off. My babyfine hair suffered from cut out gouges. No matter what, blowing that whopper was worth every ooey-gooey, hidescruffing, hair-pulling moment—and I had 24 pieces left. Picture a stringy-haired, barefooted, pigeon-toed kid strolling down the sidewalk, popping gum as annoyingly loud as possible; breathing fresh spring air; hearing hammers nailing wood; wondering why babies are crying; noticing sheets snapping on clotheslines; listening to the swish-shear-swish of push mowers; clinking spoon rhythms against icedtea glasses; laughing and challenging a fight for King of the Mountain. Life is just like bubble gum. It takes a lot of chewing, aging, and tucking things away before you finally feel it’s right, and in the end, it’s all worthwhile.
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Antiques Namesake Furniture amous politicians, generous donors, entertainment and sports stars, and military heroes are honored by having their names on statues, buildings, bridges, streets, parks, and even rooms. Famous furniture designers and architects are more often given lasting fame when a chair, desk, or style is given their name. Some names used today are hundreds of years old. There is the American Hitchcock chair, a painted wooden chair with a curved top, carved back slats, and legs that are continuations of the back's uprights. It was named for Lambert Hitchcock (1795-1852). Even older is Chippendale furniture, named for Thomas Chippendale (1718-1779), an English cabinetmaker who published a book that pictured his designs. Some collectors of early photographs buy daguerreotypes without knowing they are named for Louis Daguerre (17871851), who, in about 1839, invented the first photographic pictures. A 20th-century reproduction of a Carlton House desk sold recently at a Cowan auction for $660. The original desk looked like a table with a horseshoe-shaped top
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section made to fit on top of the table. It was ordered by the Prince of Wales in about 1783 and designed by George Hepplewhite. The desk, named for a favored palace, was a gift for a member of the Prince's entourage living at Carlton House, a London palace that was demolished in 1825 after the Prince became King George IV. The building was
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assigning him the symbol of the likewise lucky shamrock. In 1762, the first New York City parade took place. It wasn’t until 1798, the year of the Irish Rebellion, that the color green became officially associated with the day. Up until the rebellion, the color associated with St. Patrick was blue, as it was featured both in the royal court and on ancient Irish flags. As the British wore red, the Irish chose to wear green, and they sang the song The Wearing Of The Green during the rebellion, cementing the color’s relevance in Irish history. Green is also the color that mythical fairies called leprechauns like to dress in—today, at least. Tales about leprechauns date back to before green was in: The fairies were first described as wearing red. Leprechauns are actually one reason you’re supposed to wear green on St. Patrick’s Day—or risk getting pinched! The tradition is tied to folklore that says wearing green makes you invisible to leprechauns, which like to pinch anyone they can see. Some people also think sporting the color will bring good luck, and others wear it to honor their Irish ancestry. No wonder green decorations can be seen all over—the Chicago River in Illinois is even dyed green each year to celebrate the holiday.
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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your efforts in behalf of a colleague do not go unnoticed, let alone unappreciated. Meanwhile, arrange to spend more time investigating that fact. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Devoting a lot of time to a current career move means having less time for those in your private life. Once you explain the circumstances, they should understand. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Organizing your many duties in order of importance should help you get through them pretty quickly. Additional information puts that decision in a new light. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Lingering bad feelings over a recent misunderstanding should fade. Vacation plans might need to be revised because of new developments. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Love dominates the Lion's heart, with Cupid shooting arrows at single Leos and Leonas looking for romance. Partnered pairs also enjoy strengthened relationships. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Getting To Know You should be the single Virgo's theme song as you and that special person discover more about one another. A new relationship needs looking into.
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March 8, 2019—Seniors Today—Page 11 What Is A Trust & Why Do You Have It? ou've paid an attorney for estate planning documents, but you have no idea what they say or why you have or need them. If you've paid for a trust, but don't know the first thing about the document your attorney prepared for you, you're not alone. Unfortunately, some attorneys make it their practice to suggest trusts for their clients even when a trust is unnecessary given the size and make up of the estate. In fact, a trust is not always in a person's best interests. One of the problems with a trust is that clients walk out of an attorney's office after signing a trust thinking that their estate will not need to be probated and no further action is necessary. Frequently, however, their assets are never transferred into the trust so title is never transferred from the individuals name to the trust name. If assets are never transferred, the trust is never funded and serves no purpose at all except reducing the balance of the client's bank account. If you have a trust, or think you need one, it is helpful to know about the different types of trusts. If you're unclear as to the validity, type of trust, or if you need a trust at all call an attorney who understands probate and estate planning. (My office offers free consultations.) Most trusts are revocable trusts. Revocable trusts are created during the per-
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son's life time and can be altered, changed, or modified or revoked entirely. Often they are referred to as living trusts. A revocable trust is one created by the grantor (the person trying to protect their assets from probate) transferring title of property to a trust and then serving as initial trustee. The grantor has the ability to remove property from the trust during his lifetime. These trusts avoid probate, but are typically not necessary, cost effective, or simple to understand. An irrevocable trust cannot be altered, changed, modified, or revoked after its creation without an order of the court. Once property is transferred to an irrevocable trust no one, including the grantor, can take property out of the trust unless the terms of the trust allow for it. An irrevocable trust is typically drafted to avoid the claims of creditors as well as probate. If you would like a free family assessment for assuring that your estate planning, real estate, long term care, and death directives are in place, call Attorney Linda Carley at 386.281.3340. Linda Carley has more than thirty years of legal experience, including serving as a probate judge.
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• On March 10, 1945, 300 American bombers continue to drop almost 2,000 tons of incendiaries on Tokyo for a second day. The attack destroyed large portions of the Japanese capital and killed 100,000 civilians. • On March 11, 1990, Lithuania becomes the first Soviet republic to proclaim its independence from the USSR. The Soviet government responded by imposing an oil embargo and economic blockade against the Baltic republic, and later sent troops. Lithuania would gain its independence in September 1991. • On March 12, 1972, the last remnants of the First Australian Task Force withdraw
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• On March 8, 1950, Volkswagen, maker of the Beetle automobile, expands its product offerings to include a microbus. The bus was a favorite mode of transportation for hippies in the U.S. during the 1960s and became an icon of the American counterculture movement. • On March 9, 1985, the first-ever Adopta-Highway sign is erected in Texas. Highway 69 was adopted by the Tyler Civitan Club, which committed to picking up trash along a 2-mile stretch of the road. The program eventually spread across the U.S.
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from Vietnam. The Australian government had first sent troops to Vietnam in 1964 and by 1969, their forces totaled an estimated 6,600 personnel. • On March 13, 1969, The Love Bug, a movie about the adventures of a Volkswagen Beetle named Herbie, opens in theaters. The Walt Disney film, based on the 1961 book Car, Boy, Girl by Gordon Buford, spawned four spinoffs. • On March 14, 1919, Max Brand, perhaps the most prolific writer of Western stories, publishes his first novel, The Untamed. Max Brand was one of 21 pen names used by author Frederick Faust. Unlike many Western authors, Faust made no pretense to historical accuracy in his works. • On March 15, 44 BC, Julius Caesar, dictator of Rome, is stabbed to death in the Roman Senate house by 60 conspirators led by Brutus and Cassius, who believed that his death would lead to the restoration of the Roman Republic.
Page 12—Seniors Today—March 8, 2019 ST PAL Donates Stuffed Animals To The Sheriff’s Department Special to Seniors Today nce again ST PAL (Seniors Today Professional Advertising League) participated in giving back to the community by donating stuffed animals to the Sheriff’s Department. ST PAL 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 20 years ago, and is the longest running networking group dedicated to seniors in the Volusia/Flagler area. ST PAL prides itself on constantly networking to improve senior resources, enrich senior lives, and provide quality services and care for our seniors. ST PAL is committed to be a resource and help meet the needs of seniors in our community. Through the years the group has grown and evolved tremendously. Some of the services or projects we have provided have
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tor of Sales and Marketing with CountrySide Lakes decided to help first responders by collecting bears for them and announced her plan at ST PAL. True to form, the ST PAL group agreed to help and joined Diane in her efforts and committed to bring stuffed animals to the next meeting. As you can see from the picture, the group came through and donated all types of stuff animals to go toward the project. Stacy McDonald of Teddy Bear Mobile donated 30 bears to the project! Bonnie Schillinger, the publisher of Seniors Today and the facilitator for ST PAL said, “We really do love it when our group can participate in a service project. We aren’t
Top picture is Bonnie Schillinger, Seniors Today; Janelle Homan, Sheriff’s office; Lieutenant Michelle Newman, Sheriff’s Office; and Diane Goyette, Director of Sales and Marketing with CountrySide Lakes. Pictures above, ST PAL Group. included hosting fun-filled days for our seniors, providing lunches or parties for our Veterans, delivering goodies to nursing homes for holidays such as Easter, Mother's, or Father's Day, and we participate in the Be A Santa To A Seniors program each year. Did you know that when police are called to an accident or a domestic situation where children are involved they give the child a stuffed animal? Most officers provide the animals themselves and keep them in the trunk of their cars. Diane Goyette, Direc-
just about having lunch and networking but we try to extend ourselves to the community as well. We asked that our animals be donated specifically to the Sheriff’s Department since Sheriff Chitwood partners with Seniors Today by providing a column for each issue of our paper. It was great to have Janelle Homan and Lieutenant Michelle Newman from the Sheriff’s office on hand to pick up all the animals! We have an awesome group of professionals that really do work together as a team to help not only seniors but others in need.”
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• Replace mascara frequently. If you need to freshen a tube of dry mascara, just add a few drops of contact solution to the brush and bottle. • “Use mismatched socks as wiper blade covers when you are expecting inclement weather. It will keep your wipers from freezing to your windshield, and if they get all yucky, you can just pitch them.” —N.G. in Ohio
March 8, 2019—Seniors Today—Page 13 No Opening For Crime ne crime in your neighborhood is too many, especially when it hits your house. We might feel great about a bunch of arrests we made and cases we solved on a Tuesday. If someone breaks into your house on Wednesday, you probably won’t share in the excitement. That’s why in law enforcement we can never allow ourselves to become complacent with the job we’re doing. As soon as we do that, we give crime an opening. That said, I want to share with you some of the crime statistics that show our deputies and staff are continuing to keep the heat on criminals in every part of Volusia County. The numbers in our latest Uniform Crime Report for the Florida Department of Law Enforcement are remarkable. The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office has never had crime numbers lower than we have right now, at least not since the Florida Department of Law Enforcement started tracking the numbers back in 1983. In 2018, we saw a 15.5 percent reduction in overall Part I crimes (murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, larceny and motor vehicle theft) along with a 13.2 percent increase in case clearances. That means we have significantly less crime than in 2017, and when a crime is reported to us, we’re solving or clearing the case a lot more often. Keep in mind this all comes after an outstanding 2017, when we already saw crime drop 25 percent from 2016. Part of this is because we’re doing a better job of tracking, following up on, and keeping accurate records of crime in our county. Overall, I believe crime is trending down thanks in large part to hard work and innovation by law enforcement, and through cooper-
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ation with our communities. I can’t tell you how many times it’s a citizen tip, or a vigilant neighbor, or a home security camera that gives us the break we need to put a criminal in jail. That’s not to say we don’t have challenges ahead of us. Overall domestic violence cases (ranging all the way from murder to stalking, threats and intimidation) increased 7.9 percent in 2018. Domestic assaults alone were up 10.4 percent. We saw about 20 more sexual batteries reported in 2018 than the year before, and we had more homicides (9 compared to 7). The truth is I have seen some of the most heinous cases of my career since I became sheriff here. I have also been blessed to find myself working with the finest law enforcement professionals I could ask for, and living in a community that anyone should feel lucky to call home. I could go on and on about the numbers, and there are lots more stats I can share with you soon. The point is that the jobs our deputies, detectives, and staff are doing, along with the new programs and tools we’re deploying, are making a lasting impression on criminals in our county. That doesn’t mean we’re satisfied. It’s just more motivation to keep the foot on the gas and make Volusia County a little better every day. Thanks to your help and support, we are continuing to make progress!
Sunnest Place On Earth • It was poet, philosopher, and satirist Horace, who lived in the first century B.C., who made the following sage observation: “He who postpones the hour of living is like the rustic who waits for the river to run out before he crosses.” • Legislators in Vermont once found it necessary to outlaw whistling while underwater.
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Life Of Marci Part 2 Chapter 21 t would be another restless night for Marci after her talk with Cora Mae about the job offer and not being able to be with Isaiah Jr. She would toss and turn worrying about what she could do on into the night. Sleep just would not come to her and as she lay there he mind was running wild with ideas about what decision she should make about the job offer. The next morning exhausted Marci would drag herself out of bed having not been able to sleep the night before or decide what to do about her circumstances. She dressed Isaiah Jr. and went downstairs to the kitchen where she found Cora Mae and Joreatha working on breakfast. Joreatha placed a plate on the kitchen table with Marci’s breakfast and another plate for Isaiah Jr. beside it. Marci sat quietly with Isaiah Jr. and ate while Cora Mae and Joreatha finished up the morning kitchen duties. “Joreatha would you take Isaiah Jr. out on the front porch for a few minutes while Marci and I talk,” Cora Mae said as she picked up the last of the breakfast dishes. When she left Cora Mae came and sat by Marci at the table. “Well, have you decided what you want to do about the job?” Cora Mae asked her. Marci did not answer her immediately, but sat quietly in her chair starring out the back door. Cora Mae waited for a few moments and asked again if she had made a decision. “I’m not sure what I want to do,” Marci said almost in a whisper. “A lot of things have changed over the past two years and this is about what is best for you and Isaiah Jr. now,” Cora Mae said as she sat and looked at Marci letting what she had just said settle before she spoke. She and Frank’s plans had dramatically changed since the death of their son. They had intended all along to find Isaiah a bride not from the area by deciding to seek out the two men who had brought Marci to them. When Marci had shown up that night in the back of the wagon Cora Mae was not sure the idea was everything she had planned. They would have a frail skinny undernourished girl who had been dragged away from her family now living in their home. Over a period of time, Marci grew into a fine young women. Thankfully Isaiah Sr. and Marci had fallen in love. It seemed after all, they had made the right choice. Then something totally unexpected happened. Frank got hurt and was unable to operate the farm. The only person who could step up and take his place had been Isaiah Sr. Marci and Isaiah would get married under different circumstances than Cora Mae had expected and thankfully she got pregnant fairly soon. Which meant Frank and Cora Mae would have a grandchild. But, fate would step in again and the world of Frank, Cora Mae and Marci would take a drastic unexpected turn. Isaiah would
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die right in the middle of the birth of their long sought after grandson. Such a blow was so devastating to all three of them that even the birth of Isaiah Jr. could only dampen the grief they felt. Now things were starting to change again and Cora Mae knew it was time for her and Frank to put into place a different plan. It would no longer be handing the farm over to Isaiah Sr. to operate, but they would need to wait for Isaiah Jr. to grow up, which meant at least another 18 years. The decision was made by the pair that they would encourage Marci to move on and leave Isaiah Jr. for them to raise. They understood that it would be a difficult task, but the two of them had agreed that it was the best choice for them and Isaiah Jr. After five minutes of silence from Marci, Cora Mae spoke. “I realize this is a tough decision for you with all of the things that have happened over the last several years, but it is now time to make some very adult decisions about your future,” Cora Mae said to Marci. Marci could not hold back the tears as they started to flow down her cheek. She still did not fully comprehend what Cora Mae was asking of her. It was becoming more and more obvious that Frank and Cora Mae had plans for Isaiah Jr. that did not include her. “I’m not sure that I can do what it is that you want me to do,” Marci responded back. Cora Mae had to think quickly realizing at that point that Marci might start to back out of the job offer which had been the cornerstone of their plans to encourage Marci to move away from the farm. “At this point in your life it is important that you learn a trade and this job offer is a once in a lifetime opportunity for you,” Cora Mae said intentionally leaving out Isaiah Jr.’s name. “We can take care of Isaiah Jr. while you are away. You know he will be in good hands don’t you?” Cora Mae asked Marci. “Yes Ma’am, I know you love him as much as I do,” Marci said to her. “So is that your answer, are you going to take the job and let us take care of Isaiah Jr.?” Cora Mae asked waiting on Marci to give a response. “Well, I guess so,” Marci answered. “Then it’s settled, you’re on your way to a new life,” Cora Mae said as a smile of confidence came over her face.
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1. Literature: Which 20th-century novel begins with the line, “All of this happened, more or less?” 2. General Knowledge: What are the two flowers traditionally associated with the month of December? 3. Food & Drink: What is cardamom? 4. Geography: In which country is Mount Kilimanjaro located? 5. U.S. States: Which state’s slogan is the “Land of 10,000 Lakes?” 6. Television: What was Archie Bunker's nickname for his wife Edith in All In The Family? 7. Chemistry: What is the lightest element? 8. U.S. Presidents: What was the Secret Service code name for President Jimmy Carter? 9. Music: Which 1980s movie features the song The Power Of Love? 10.Language: What does the name Volvo mean in Latin? Answers 1. Slaughterhouse-Five, by Kurt Vonnegut
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Humane Society Update Adding Another Dog To Your Family by Barry KuKes iving in a multi-dog home can be very rewarding. I had lived in a three-dog household and always remember saying, “that third dog really changes the paradigm.” Now I am adding a third dog once again. When you work for the Humane Society, you are going to personally save an animal sooner or later. It’s just a matter of time. • You have room in your heart for a new family member. • You want to provide a good home for a dog in need. • You have the time, money, and space. • You think your dog would enjoy the companionship of another dog. Living with multiple dogs brings a whole new set of challenges. Adding a second (or third, or fourth) dog means more fun, more love, more joy, and more wonderful doggy companionship. It also means much more from you: more time, more money, more energy, and more working through problems. For example, many people consider adding a second dog to their households because their first dog seems lonely, and this is understandable. However, it may be a mistake if it’s your primary or only reason. Bringing a new dog home doesn’t mean the two dogs will immediately become friends. Nor does it mean your dog will be happier. In fact, it could mean more stress, especially during the adjustment period. Another reason people adopt a second dog: “I saw him at the pet fair and fell in love.” While having an emotional affinity with a dog is a part of what makes our human/dog relationships work (and adoring the new addition can really help when he pees on your favorite rug), sometimes, falling in love with a particular animal can cloud common sense. When NOT to get another dog There are some very good reasons to keep your house as a home to only a single dog. You may not want to add another dog if: • You don’t really have enough time for your current dog. Getting a second dog won’t fill a void left by your lack of time. You’ll simply have two dogs that aren’t getting enough attention. • You can’t afford a second dog. Consider the basic costs of food, grooming, toys, and regular veterinary care. • Your dog has behavior problems or is not yet trained. Adding a second dog is likely to compound behavior problems, not solve them. For example, instead of having one dog who barks while you are at work, you are more likely to have two. • You’re going through other life changes, like a new home, new baby, or loss of an older family dog. • We want to add a second dog because we anticipate the future—such as our dog growing older or even dying—and want to get a second dog to help ease the
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transition. Your new dog may demand more of your attention, making it difficult to maintain the same level of relationship with your first dog. The best reason to get a second dog is because you want to give a shelter dog a loving home and care for it. Don’t shop, adopt. There are many shelter animals in need of homes and a loving heart. A shelter dog will never forget your kindness. Under the right circumstances, sharing your home with two or more dogs can be extremely rewarding. Dog energy multiplied by two or more can fill a home with exuberance, love, and joy. Living with multiple dogs can also be a very interesting and wonderful way to learn more about how dogs behave and communicate with each other. In addition, many dogs are much happier and more playful with another dog in the home. Barry KuKes is the Community Outreach Director for the Halifax Humane Society. You can reach Barry at 386.274.4703, ext. 320, or BarryK@halifaxhumanesociety.org
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