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May 9, 2014
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The Volunteer Spirit resident veteran of the Vietnam War, wears a cap that reads: “All gave some…Some gave all.” There are 120 veterans living at the Veterans Nursing Home. They are provided loving care, not only by those who manage and work at the home but from the many volunteers who visit and continually show their thanks to the veterans for their time spent in defense of our country. Once a year, the Volusia County Veterans Council works with Activities to invite all volunteers to a sharing program to honor and thank them for all they do. Wednesday, April 30th was that day. The dining room was done in the patriotic spirit of red, white, and blue. A portion of those who were free, about 50 volunteers, were in attendance. The volunteers come from American Legion Posts, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Amvets, area churches, schools, the Blind Center, cyclists clubs, entertainment groups, and organizations to spend time with the 118 men and two lady veterans who reside there. Their visits are so appreciated.
was believed that he had nothing left of any value. After going through his meagre possessions, they found a poem. Copies were made and distributed to every nurse in the hospital. The poem can be found online. Here are the last three verses: I'm now an old man and nature is cruel, It's jest to make old age look like a fool.
Palm Coast Marines, who visit once a month bringing memorable treats (like yummy deviled eggs) were well represented. Even the photos we share with you were taken by one of them. Administrator Gray Kilpatrick greeted all the volunteers. Representing the VCVC, Don Lapore, a volunteer since opening day in 1993, thanked all the volunteers for coming and gave the invocation. The president and vice president of the Resident’s Council welcomed all to the enjoyment of unending fare… chicken, veggies, sub sandwiches and the finished touch… a slice of the cake of honor. Activities Director Teresa Claxon and Don Lapore gave each group represented a special certificate in appreciation of their work as volunteers.
The body, it crumbles grace and vigor, depart, There is now a stone where I once had a heart. But inside this old carcass, A young man still dwells, And now and again my battered heart swells. I remember the joys I remember the pain, I'm loving and living life over again. I think of the years, all too few, gone too fast, And accept the stark fact that nothing can last. So open your eyes, people open and see, Not a cranky old man, Look closer... see ME!! Remember this poem when you next meet an older person and take time, as the volunteers do, to look at the young soul within. Thank you and God bless. Kitty Maiden is a staff writer for Seniors Today.
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You Name It …by Kitty Maiden In closing, the volunteers viewed a video of the beautiful poem set to music. When a man died in the geriatric ward of a nursing home in an Australian country town, it
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What’s Happening Around Town… Caregivers Day Out
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First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach is providing free Caregiver’s Days Out that includes food, fun, and special attention for care receivers. The days are from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. on Sat., May 17; Thurs., June 12; and Sat., July 12 at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach. 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 and safe environment. For more details, call Sherry at 386.677.3581, ext. 311.
You are invited to learn important information to help prevent legal problems hosted by Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center, 301 Memorial Medical Pkwy., Classroom A & B, Daytona Beach on Thurs., May 29 from 9:30–11:30 A.M. Topics include: How To Prevent Medicare Fraud And Abuse; Prevent Fraud And Abuse. Don’t Be A Victim; and Estate Planning: How To Avoid Probate. Enjoy refreshments and a light lunch. There is no charge, but seating is limited. RSVP to 386. 672.2550.
Dine and Discover The Tale Of Chocolate on Tuesday, May 20 at 12 NOON at the Good Samaritan Society, 338 South Ridgewood Ave., Daytona Beach. Join Angell & Phelps Chocolate Factory as they present a sweet story on how to make chocolate. To RSVP, call 386.239.7564.
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Find out if dental implants are right for you at a free patient information day. Questions about the cost and how the implant surgery is done will be answered. The seminar is scheduled at the office of Florida Oral & Facial Surgical Associates at 4 P.M. on Wed., May 21 in New Smyrna Beach and Tues., May 27 in Palm Coast. Seating is very limited and light refreshments served. Please RSVP by calling 386.239.3600.
Last Lunch Bunch Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona host the last Lunch Bunch before the summer break on Thurs., May 15 at 12 noon. Just $5 gets you lunch and bingo with non-monetary prizes. Doors open at 11:30 A.M., lunch served at 12:00 P.M., and bingo begins at 12:30 P.M. Reservations are required by noon the Tuesday prior. Call the church at 386.767.6542.
Women’s Health It’s time to think about your health as summer approaches! Ormond Beach Presbyterian Church, 105 Amsden Rd. offers an opportunities to get healthy this year. Join them on Sat., June 7 at 10 A.M., with a Celebration of Women's Health Month and a Chocolate Extravaganza. For details, call 386.441.0300 or visit the website: ormondbeachpc.org
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! For details, call 888.my.kidney or visit www.kidneysmart.org
Come find out how medicare works and get the answers to frequently asked questions on Tues., Jun. 3 or Tues., Jul. 2, both at 10 A.M. at Great American Senior Benefits, 1930 W. Granada Blvd., Ste. 10, 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!
Prism Concert The New Smyrna Beach Barracuda band made school history recently by receiving straight superior ratings at the State Concert MPA (Music Performance Assessment). Come enjoy their Prism Concert on May 16 and 17 at 7 P.M. Tickets can be purchased at the door of the NSB High School Auditorium for $5 for adults and $3 for students. On May 17 at 5:30 P.M. the band will offer a sit down dinner before the concert for $10 for adults and $5 for children 5 to 12 years of age. Dinner tickets must be purchased in advance—call 386.424.2555.
Butterf ly Garden Learn how to attract flocks of butterflies to your garden during a free program at 1 P.M., Thursday, May 15, Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St. Master Gardener Vivian Bowden will explain which butterflyfriendly plants thrive in Florida gardens. For info, call 386.676.4191, ext. 21084.
Florida Soup Come and enjoy local author and photographer Eric Dusenbery as he discusses Florida’s love affair with food and storytelling Monday, May 12, 2 P.M. at the Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St. His book, Florida Soup: Putting History On The Table, explores the historic cooking habits, food production, and recipes that define rural and small-town Florida. Light refreshments served. For details, call 386.676.4191.
Craft Program Adults can transform a recycled book into a decorative wreath during a free craft program at 1 P.M., Tuesday, May 6 at the DeLand Regional Library, 130 E. Howry Ave. Arts and crafts teacher Danette Olday will lead participants in the creation of one wreath to be taken home. Materials will be provided, and there is no charge. Reservations are required and may be made by calling the library at 386.822.6430, ext. 20763.
Support Groups Osteoporosis Support Group The National Osteoporosis Foundation Education & Support Group of Ormond Beach will be presenting Exercise To Stay Bone Healthy presented by Jacob Bar, PT, DPT, MTC CEAS on May 14, 4 P.M. at the Ormond Beach Library Auditorium, 30 S. Beach St. For more information, call 386.673.3535. Grandparents Raising Grandchildren If you are raising your grandchildren, you are not alone. If you are needing answers, wanting support, or just want to talk to someone else who is also raising their grandchild then come to this group on the third Thursday of every month from 6-7 P.M. at First Assembly Church, 551 S. Kepler Rd., DeLand. For more details, contact Teresa Apgar at 386.851.0956 or tkapgar@cfl.rr.com Grief Support After the loss of a loved one, coping with daily living can be hard. Haven Hospice invites you to a free, non-denominational caring grief support group at 211 B N. Amelia Ave., DeLand. The next six week session is May 30–July 11 at 4 P.M. For more information, call Haven Hospice at 386.734.7600. Adult Children Of Alcoholics A new groups meets every Tuesday at 7 P.M. at Prince Of Peach Church, 600 S. Nova Rd. Come meet people facing the same issues you are and get support, answers, and share ideas. Literature from other groups is available as well. For questions or more information, call Dorothy Berry at 386.671.3065.
May 9, 2014—Seniors Today—Page A-5 Pyle & Dellinger, PL Announces Hiring Of Ashley Duz As An Attorney am pleased to announce that Pyle & Dellinger, has hired a new, younger attorney, to assist us in representing our clients and assure the long-term existence of the practice. Just like me, Ashley N. Duz was born and raised in Daytona Beach, and attended Seabreeze High School. Of course, she did attend that other law school, Florida State University, but that just shows that we believe in the strength of several law schools. She has significant ties to the community. We had been searching for a recent law school graduate from this area rather than bringing a new-comer to the area. She also has an interest in all of the areas in which we practice.
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Michael Pyle, Ashley Duz, and Trisha Dellinger. The Florida Bar permits attorneys to be sworn in by a Notary Public, so I had the pleasure of swearing her in. The photo is of Ashley Duz in the middle, flanked by Attorney Trisha Dellinger and me in the office on the day she was sworn in.
Elder Law …by Michael A. Pyle
Ms. Duz earned a Bachelors of Science in Finance from F.S.U. in 2008 and her Juris Doctor from Florida State University College of Law in 2013. During law school, she worked as a Certified Legal Intern with the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Criminal Appeals Division, and worked as a Judicial Law Clerk to Former Judge Josefina M. Tamyo, in the Second Judicial Circuit Court. Before law school, she worked in various law firms and at Charles Schwab. She became a student member of the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section of the Florida Bar and attended an Executive Council meeting of that group. She will be a member of that section of the Bar. She is a of the Member Estate Planning Council of the Fun Coast. We are delighted to have Ms. Duz in our practice. She is involved in all areas of our practice and has already made excellent contributions to our firm. Attorney Michael A. Pyle, of Pyle & Dellinger, PL, 1655 N. Clyde Morris Blvd., Suite 1, Daytona Beach, Florida, 32117 Telephone: 386-615-9007. E-mail: mikep @pylelaw.com or www.pylelaw.com
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and water. Music is basic to a progressing or civilized society. I’m not going to try to tell you what kind of music because it almost doesn’t matter… all of it has something to offer, (excluding Rap, which seems to me is mostly created by folks unwilling to put in the time to learn music… much less grammar or the construction of poetry, and don’t even get me started on the disrespect for people or things (in rap), that should be respected. You don’t need to agree, that’s just an opinion). My introduction to music and piano started at age 7 on an old upright Baldwin, much like the one many readers have. Mother had bought it used and three of my 5 older sisters had learned on this same piano. It must have been very old. As the last child to leave home, I kept the piano, moved it all over when my family moved and after my children were grown, I gave it to a nephew. He is now over 60 and still has the piano. So it is at least 88 years old and likely older than that. I burned a small light bulb in it to prevent moisture collection and keep the wood in good condition. It's a Baldwin, with a 4.5 ft. sounding board so a good piano from the start. It still has all the original ivories and still sounds great. In college, I learned to tune that old Baldwin and made extra money tuning other pianos and teaching private lessons. I distinguish between learning music and piano because they are different parts of the whole. A child who learns music basics can, over the years, learn every aspect of music, from voice to every instrument, and anything connected with singing as a soloist or ensemble performer, and can even grow into a teacher, composer, or conductor. After learning piano basics I began adding the family of strings. I learned the difference between the fiddle and the violin, (same instrument, different genre). I learned about instruments tuned the same way, but
Happy Talk …by George & Peggy Goldtrap played and sounding differently, like the fiddle vs. mandolin. By age 10, I added percussion instruments, going thru the entire instrumentality, drums thru keyboards like marimba and vibes. (Remember, I could already read music.) I learned Sousa to Kenton, to classical, marching to jazz, and loved it all. Learning timpani, (kettle drums), was my crowning achievement in the drum section. It became my doorway to the symphony and a great appreciation for the classics. During my 21 years with symphony orchestras I had many occasions to guest conduct. Great fun. Music offers so much more than just how to whistle a happy tune or share the harmony at church. It teaches concentration, the importance of practice, goal setting, teamwork, appreciation, and history. The eyes and the ears benefit… and the heart learns to dance. With the exception of family, absolutely nothing has contributed more to the joy of my life than music and I have loved watching it spread to my extended family. I am surrounded by talent born of that old Baldwin. There are lots of children, grandchildren, and great grands in our family—so I imagine that piano still has a bright future. I hope there is an old piano and a collection of SCHAUM music books in your family. If so, don’t let anything get lost. Hand it down… gently, giving ‘thanks for the memories’… from Chop Sticks to Brahms, Irvin Berlin, and beyond. Who knows, someone in your family may tour the world using music as their vehicle. ‘How do I get to Carnegie Hall? Practice my child, practice’.
George and Peggy Goldtrap are both actors, speakers, and writers and may be reached at georgegoldtrap@gmail.com
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Kidney Disease: The ‘Other’ Silent Killer by Julie Spears, Kidney Educator am not a physician. I am a kidney educator who wants to share information in the hope that you will take action to: 1) learn if you or a loved one have kidney impairment; 2) understand more about it; and, if necessary, 3) slow down the progression of kidney disease in your own body. Not everyone understands “doctor-talk,” so I am writing at my own level of understanding to make this information more accessible. What Do Kidneys Do? What do you think the purpose of your kidneys is? Most people think it’s strictly urine output, and that as long as you’re making urine, your kidneys are working. Not true! You or a loved one could have kidney disease and not have a clue—that’s why kidney disease is known as a silent killer. You see, its early symptoms are so mild (if there are any at all), they’re often missed completely. It’s estimated that one in nine American adults has some form of kidney disease—and 90 percent of people who have it, don’t know it. People often come into the doctor’s office or hospital never knowing they have kidney disease. The leading causes of kidney disease are diabetes, high blood pressure, and hereditary diseases such as polycystic kidney disease and lupus. Other risk factors include heart disease, obesity, family history, and age over 60. Your Kidneys Your kidneys are about the size of your fist and sit in your lower back region. Their job is to filter toxins and waste through your urine. If your kidneys are not working properly, you may still make the same amount of urine but those toxins will stay in the body, and that’s not good! Kidney function is measured in five stages, and these are important for you to know. They are based on glomerular filtration rate (GFR). The GFR is calculated based on a formula for your age, race, sex, and serum creatinine (a marker in your blood). The serum creatinine is useful to evaluate the kidneys’ efficiency, but since we are looking for simple, the GFR is what we’ll concentrate on here. The GFR tells us what percentage of a person’s kidneys are functioning. Normal(?) Serum Creatinine Levels: 0.6 to 1.6 Stage 1: Normal – 100 to 90% Stage 2: Mild – GFR 60 to 89% Stage 3: Moderate – GFR 30 to 59% People with 60% function and lower should be referred to a nephrologist.
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Stage 4: Severe – GFR 15 to 29% People at this stage need kidney education and regular blood work. They can be helped by changes in medication and diet. Stage 5: Kidney failure – GFR15% or less At this stage, dialysis or a kidney transplant is needed to live. People at this stage can learn about modalities or different types of dialysis. Example: 41-year-old white male, serum creatinine at 1.6, has a GFR of 48, which indicates Stage 3 kidney disease. (Calculation from http://www.davita. com/gfr-calculator/index.cfm) If you look at the serum creatinine level of 1.6, you would think this is normal. However, if we put the calculation in place that the laboratories do, we show Stage 3 kidney disease. When the kidneys’ function is 45% or less, you should be referred to a nephrologist. People sometimes confuse the nephrologist with the urologist, as both specialize in kidneys; however, nephrologists treat kidney disease. When you see a nephrologist, they will monitor your kidneys and other problems the kidney disease may be causing, such as anemia or bone disease. Your nephrologist can only tell how your kidneys are doing by analyzing your blood. People often tell me they have been seeing a physician for years and are just being told they have kidney disease at Stage 5. They are scared and angry at this point, and understandably so. This is sad to me, because kidney disease progression, if chronic, can be seen 10 to 20 years prior to end stage renal disease (kidney failure, or Stage 5). Seeing a nephrologist at Stage 3, and receiving kidney education, can add years to one’s life and years without dialysis. It is a fact that educated patients slow down the progression of kidney disease. It is important to keep all your doctor appointments and always bring in all medications, even those taken over the counter. Ask your doctor today at what percent your kidneys are functioning, and get a referral to a nephrologist if this number is less than 45 percent. This simple step could keep you off the dialysis machine for years. Education is power. You have a voice and a choice! Classes are provided at no cost in many local areas so you can learn more about kidney disease. For more information on KidneySmart education classes, call 888-My-Kidney today or visit KidneySmart.org
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Special to Seniors Today nly 17 million living Americans had reached their 65th birthdays when Older Americans Month was established in 1963. About a third of older Americans lived in poverty and there were few programs to meet their needs. Interest in older Americans and their concerns was growing, however. In April of 1963, President John F. Kennedy's meeting with the National Council of Senior Citizens served as a prelude to designating May as “Senior Citizens Month.” Thanks to President Jimmy Carter’s 1980 designation, what was once called Senior Citizens Month, is now called Older Americans Month, and has become a tradition. Historically, Older Americans Month has been a time to acknowledge the contributions of past and current older persons to our country, in particular those who defended our country. Every President since JFK has issued a formal proclamation during or before the month of May asking that the entire nation pay tribute in some way to older persons in their communities. Older Americans Month is celebrated across the country through ceremonies, events, fairs, and other such activities.
Each May, the nation celebrates Older Americans Month to recognize older Americans for their contributions and provide them with information to help them stay healthy and active. This year, we are focusing on injury prevention with the theme Safe Today. Healthy Tomorrow. Older adults are at a much higher risk of unintentional injury and even death than the rest of the population. Unintentional injuries to this population result in at least 6 million medically treated injuries and more than 30,000 deaths every year. With a focus on safety during Older Americans Month, the Administration for Community Living plans to use this opportunity to raise awareness about this critical issue. By taking control of their safety, older Americans can live longer, healthier lives.
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Hugs & Love Children’s Center Special to Seniors Today ometimes wishes do come true. The case managers for the Domestic Abuse Council wished for a new reading rug for the Hugs & Love Children’s Center for reading time and homework hour, and for African American hair care products for the residents in the emergency shelter. Both wishes came true with donations from The Links, Incorporated. “With domestic violence being so much in the news recently, it caught our attention and we decided the Domestic Abuse Council needed our help,” Dr. Ann Green who is the treasurer of the local Links, Incorporated chapter and also sits on the national Trends Facet Committee. The Links, Incorporated is an international service organization which began in 1958 and has more than 12,000 members worldwide. Two hallmarks of the organization are friendship and service. Dr. Green said they chose Domestic Abuse Council because of the trends both locally and nationally with domestic violence. Over the years, the Links, Incorporated has donated tens of thousands of dollars to charities and scholarships to college bound high school students. “We’re donating to an agency that needs us and that makes me feel good,” Mae Frances Davis stated. Davis is also a member of the Daytona Beach Chapter which has 24 members.
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Last year, the Domestic Abuse Council Hugs & Love Children’s Center provided services to more than 166 children while they were living in the emergency shelter.
Dressed in black is Dr Ann Green with Links Incorporated, in blue is Lynn Kaiser Conrad, Domestic Abuse Council, and in pink, Mae Frances Davis with Links from Daytona Beach. For more information on how you can help or about programs or services offered through the Domestic Abuse Council, Inc. contact 386-255-2102.
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A Frequent Driver Gives Driving Safety Tips n Ormond Beach resident recently contacted my office to express his concerns about road safety and the traffic violations he says he observes on a near daily basis. This man is in a unique position to observe driver behavior, having spent the last 13 or so years delivering goods to various locations around the county. What he sees worries him. In fact, it worried him so much that he did more than just complain about it. He took the time to write up a series of safety tips for drivers. I was happy to turn over this space to this gentleman and his driving tips. These are his accident-prevention tips, not mine. They’re very good words of advice. If they prevent even one death or serious accident-related injury, his effort will have been well worth the time—the time he spent writing the safety tips and the time you spend reading them. Here they are: When there are two lanes of traffic going in the same direction and one is backed up, proceed with caution when passing the long line. If you go by fast, a driver in the other lane might not see you coming until it’s too late, do a quick lane change—maybe without even using his turn signal—and run into your vehicle or cause you to hit them. When signaling to make a turn, glance into your rearview mirror to make sure the driver behind you is paying attention. Otherwise, you might need to blow your horn in order to alert the other driver or take evasive action. If you’re waiting to enter a roadway and you see another vehicle approaching with its turn signal indicating that it will be turning into where you are, don’t just assume that you can proceed before the vehicle gets to your location. The safest thing to do is to wait until the other vehicle has either made its turn or has driven past you. If the brake lights on the vehicle in front of you keep coming on repeatedly, chances are that the driver is tailgating and is in jeopardy of initiating a rear-end collision. Allow yourself space to avoid becoming part of a chain reaction. If you’re approaching a traffic light that has been green for a while, don’t assume that it will stay green. Instead of trying to speed through it, travel at a reasonable enough speed so that you can stop in time without having to slam on your brakes. Watch out for drivers who make abrupt changes, like suddenly stopping short and making a turn. Avoid hitting them by keeping a safe distance and being ready stop. If you want to get in front of a vehicle next to you that has a lot of space between it and the vehicle in front of it, pull up ahead and signal while gradually edging in before moving all the way over. Let the driver know your intentions to avoid a possible collision. When in the left-turn lane and waiting for oncoming traffic to go first, don’t turn your wheels until you’re ready to proceed. If your wheels are turned and an inattentive driver rear-ends you, it will push you into oncoming traffic.
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SSI And Older American’s Month Special to Seniors Today ach May, groups and organizations around the nation join in celebrating Older Americans Month. Established in 1963, Older Americans Month provides an opportunity for our nation to recognize seniors for their many contributions and share important information to help them stay healthy and active. This year’s theme is Safe Today, Healthy Tomorrow. Social Security has something to help keep you safe and healthy: a suite of online services. Rather than driving or taking public transportation to a local office, you can use our secure, free online services to handle much of your Social Security business. With the amount of time you save, you’ll have more time to spend with the grandkids or have time for a brisk walk around the neighborhood or local park. Before going for that walk, though, visit www.socialsecurity.gov Whether you already receive benefits or you’re just starting to think about retirement, it’s a great time to open a my Social Security account. What’s my Social Security? It’s a secure online account that allows you immediate access to your personal information. During your working years, you can use my Social Security to view your Social Security Statement to check your earnings record and see estimates of the future retirement, disability and survivor benefits you and
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Bozo The Clown By Larry Cox Q: In about 1949, I received a 78-rpm record album of Bozo At The Circus. The album featured colorful illustrations of circus animals and two records that contained the story. I still have it and wonder if it is rare. —Jimmy, Metarie, LA A: Alan W. Livington created the original concept for Bozo The Clown. Pinto Colvig, a former vaudeville headliner, radio actor, and, yes, circus performer, became the voice of Bozo on the recorded stories issued by Capitol Records. The set you have was issued in 1946 and it became so popular that the company began promoting Bozo as Bozo The Capitol Clown. In 1949, KTTV-TV in Los Angeles was the first to air a Bozo televised series, and it soon became one of the most popular syndicated programs for children. Most of the copies I've seen in shops and at antiques malls have been priced in the $15 to $25 range. Write to Larry Cox in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or e-mail to questionsforcox@aol.com
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Tales From The Front ummer is right around the corner, and many of us will be spending more time outdoors with our pets. It is great to allow pets some time outside enjoying the fresh air, but there are precautions that should be taken. The summer months present a few hazards to our pets that can be avoided. Just like humans, pets are prone to sunburn, especially with the direct exposure to sunlight here in Florida. Pets with shorter or thinner hair are at a higher risk than those with a thick, long coat. Sunscreen can be used for pets that spend extended periods outdoors, but be careful to choose a product that is safe for your pet. Some
sunscreens can be toxic in large amounts. Remember that most pets are constantly grooming themselves, so they will often lick sunscreen off their fur. Products that are specifically made for pets are available. When in doubt, check with your veterinarian to find a product that is safe and effective for your pet. In parts of Flagler County and a couple designated areas of Volusia County, pets can play on the beach and in the ocean. While your dog is enjoying the beach, keep an eye on him to make sure he is not ingesting salt water. Dogs do not realize the danger of drinking salt water, but it can cause hypernatremia (salt poisoning).
Keep a source of fresh water with you during any beach visits to help discourage your pup from drinking ocean water. Fleas and ticks can be a year-round problem for Florida pets, but they are especially pesky in the warm, humid summer months. A wide variety of products are available to protect your pet from these pests, including pills, spot treatments, sprays, and collars, just to name a few. Always consult with a veterinarian to determine which product(s) will work best for your pet. Some pets can be sensitive to these medications. While many pet owners enjoy taking their best friend along for a ride, pets should never be left in a car, especially in the sum-
mer heat. On a 90-degree day, the interior temperature of a car can reach 160 degrees in less than 10 minutes. Even with the windows cracked, temperatures increase rapidly and create an extremely dangerous environment for pets. Animals can suffer brain damage or heat stroke in a matter of minutes when left in a hot car. Only take your pet with you on a car trip if you know they will be able to come along wherever you go. Otherwise, they should stay safely at home.
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Books ONE Thing Reviewed by Molly Ford f your day-to-day life is feeling like a treadmill where everything is urgent but nothing gets done, bestselling authors Gary Keller and Jay Papasan have a solution for you. It is called “the one thing�: the idea that you need to pause, evaluate your end goal, and then focus only on the one thing that will move you toward that goal, working on it until the task is complete—whether it takes minutes or months. In the wake of advice books that focus on multitasking as a productivity solution, this viewpoint is a breath of fresh air. More importantly, according to the authors, this one thing method is how extraordinary results are best achieved, both in today’s society and throughout history. Though the solution is simple in theory, it can be difficult to put into practice. That's where the authors’ guidance is crucial. The book promises that by focusing on one thing, relentlessly, we can turn a goal into an accomplishment. With advice on how to define, choose, modify, and measure the results of pur-
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This Is A Hammer Faulty Faucet by Samantha Mazzotta Q: We self-installed a kitchen faucet last year, an expensive single-lever unit with a faucet that curves up several inches high so that there's plenty of room for pots and pans underneath. For several weeks now, whenever I turn off the water, a thin stream of water continues trickling out of the faucet for several minutes. I make sure to push the lever all the way down when I turn it off, but that doesn't fix it. How do we repair this? —Joyce G., Burlington, VT A: If you saved the manufacturer instructions or warranty card, dig that paper out and look for a customer service number. The most likely problem with the faucet is a faulty cartridge, and in a unit that was only purchased about a year ago, that part should be covered in the faucet's warranty. Contacting the manufacturer through the number given to determine whether a replacement cartridge is needed. If you can't find those documents, go to the manufacturer's website and look up the faucet model—a manual may be available online along with a contact number. Or, if it's out of warranty but you have the receipt, contact the store where you bought the faucet; some home-improvement stores have return or parts replacement policies
in place for many of their items, particularly pricier ones. If the manufacturer (or the store) agrees that it's a cartridge issue and is covered, it will send you a replacement cartridge. A new set of O-rings also should be included; if not, you'll want to purchase the correctsize rings for your faucet model at the homeimprovement store. The beauty of a cartridge faucet is that compared to older valve-type faucets, replacement is almost a breeze. You don't have to struggle with re-seating the valve stem—praying that you haven't ground the re-seating tool around too far. Instead, you just pop in the new cartridge and replace the faucet seals. You shouldn't have to worry about servicing that faucet again for several years. There are a number of online videos that detail the replacement of a kitchen faucet cartridge, which should help you with the faucet repair.
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What’s In The Stars For The Week Of May 12 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You're doing better on the flexibility issue, but you still need to loosen up a bit to show you can be less judgmental and more understanding about certain matters. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your clear sense of who you are gives you confidence when you need to tackle difficult situations. This is the week to take care of that business situation. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Excuses are not needed for much of the confusion occurring this week. Explanations from all could help in working things out to everyone's satisfaction. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) That surprising (but pleasant) recent turn of events continues to develop positive aspects. Be prepared for a bit of a jolt on another issue that needs attention. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Creating a fuss might bring you that attention you want. Are you prepared for all the explaining you'd have to do? Better to use more subtle ways to make your bid. VIRGO (August 23 to Sept. 22) With education continuing to be a strong factor this week, this could be the time to start learning some new skills that can later be applied to a career move.
LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) You might do well to reconsider some of your current time priorities before you get so deeply involved in one project that you neglect meeting a deadline on another. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) With an important decision looming, be careful about the information you're getting. Half-truths are essentially useless. Get the full story before you act. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Find out what everyone's role is expected to be before accepting that workplace proposal. Getting all the facts now could prevent serious problems later on. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) A flexible position on a workplace matter could be the best course to follow during the next several days. A personal issuebenefits from an open-mind. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Involving too many people in your workplace problem can backfire. Allegiances can shift. Ask colleagues for advice, but don't ask them to take sides. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Before submitting your suggestions, take more time to sharpen the points you want to make. The clearer the presentation, the more chance it has to get through.
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Before You Cancel Your Life Insurance… any recent life insurance policies known as Universal Life have not performed the way they were originally intended to, leaving those insured with the choice to either pay in significantly higher premiums to keep the policy in force, or allow the policy to lapse. If you find yourself in a situation where you no longer need the insurance or you can no longer afford the premiums, you may have the option of exchanging the old policy for a new one under Internal Revenue Code § 1035. In most circumstances a 1035 exchange is used to move money from one annuity or life insurance into another annuity or life insurance without paying tax on the internal investment gains of the contract being moved. However, in the event you have lost money within the life insurance due to internal costs or poor market performance, a 1035 exchange may allow you to retain your “cost basis” (after tax amount of premiums paid). For example, let's say you have a $250, 000 life insurance policy that you've paid in $30,000 over the last 15 years and now there's only $2,000 left in the policy due to the internal cost of insurance cannibalizing your cash value. By utilizing a 1035 exchange you may have the ability to roll over the $2,000 of cash, but more importantly rollover and retain the $30,000 cost basis into an annuity possibly wiping out any investment gains within the annuity. While a 1035 exchange can be a valuable tool to optimize your future financial invest-
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Veteran’s Post The Long Arm Of the VAOIG by Freddy Groves he Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Inspector General (VAOIG) has, as usual, been busy investigating allegations of wrongdoing in the VA. Here are some recent highlights: • A Pennsylvania man, head of a veterans support group, defrauded the VA for seven years, taking $178,000 in healthcare and pension benefits he wasn't entitled to. He stole a veteran's identity to pull off the theft. He'll get three years of supervised released and must pay back the money • At the William Jennings Bryan Dorn VA medical center in South Carolina, VAOIG responded to allegations that there were high instances of surgical infections. They determined that infection control was fragmented and inconsistent. • In West Haven, Connecticut, inspectors found that lack of staff, incomplete and inconsistent procedures, and poor training resulted in operating rooms that weren't necessarily clean. Additionally, safeguards weren't in place for safe handling of infectious patients at the same time as noninfectious patients. • A former director of a medical center in Ohio was guilty of 64 charges. A two-year
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investigation uncovered fraud, conspiracy, and money laundering, which resulted from taking bribes from contractors and providing inside information. The loss to the government was approximately $20 million. • A Florida VA medical center police officer was found guilty of using law enforcement's computers to get personal information on a military servicemember. He threatened to post explicit photos on social media unless the victim paid money. • A pharmacist at the VA medical center in Nashville diverted a large amount of drugs while working night shift. • In Pennsylvania, a contract employee filed fraudulent time sheets, claiming to work 100 hours a week when no work was actually done. The contract company reimbursed the VA for $78,000. I hope the VAOIG has an adequate budget to keep doing what they do. They deserve every dime they get, and more.
Freddy Groves regrets that he cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Send e-mail to colum nreply2@gmail.com
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Pet Care Give Cat The Carrot by Sam Mazzotta Dear Paw’s Corner: I've owned and trained cats most of my adult life. Regarding your recent column on keeping cats off the counter: You're right, about training cats when they're young. Felines are smart creatures, so even an old cat can learn new tricks. The key is to use their dislikes and/or their acute senses of hearing and smell. Most cats dislike getting wet. So, if the rattling pennies don't work, a small squirt gun or water pistol—emphasis on small—works remarkably well with training (not disciplining) felines to not jump on tables, etc. Aim for ears or neck. Avoid the eyes, of course. Cats differ from dogs in that dogs can be disciplined by the stick; cats are trained mainly by the carrot. So when your kitty cat has jumped down from the table, love him up. The same applies for various kitty cat bad habits, such as
scratching the furniture, etc. One thing that doesn't ever work with a cat is swatting them, as one might do with a rolled up newspaper for a dog. Corporal punishment only insults them. Also, for neighborhood cats prowling your garden, flowerbeds, etc., at night and yowling, black pepper sprinkled about is most effective. —Stephen B., Daytona Beach, FL Dear Stephen: You've taught this old cat a couple of new tricks. I agree that cats don't respond at all well to discipline, but they can be convinced to do certain things. When there's something more interesting to do than jump on the table— like chase a felt mouse on a string—cats have no problem hopping down to concentrate on that. Send your questions or comments to ask@pawscorner.com Readers whose questions are published in the print edition will receive a free copy of my booklet, Fighting Fleas, also available as a Kindle download.
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Strange But True Internet Vs Television by Samantha Weaver
It was Benjamin Franklin who made the following sage observation: “It takes many good deeds to build a good reputation, and only one bad one to lose it.” If you're like 87 percent of American adults, you use the Internet. The only thing I find surprising about this statistic is that there are 13 percent of adults who don't use it. In a recent survey, more Americans said they would have a hard time giving up the Internet than said they'd have a hard time giving up TV. Those interested in maritime history (and practically everyone else, for that matter) are familiar with the story of the Titanic, which struck an iceberg and sank on the night of April 15, 1912. It's interesting to note, though, that in 1898 a book called Futility, by Morgan Robertson, described an almost identical scenario: The ship in the novel was called Titan, and, like the Titanic,
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it was trying to break a speed record for crossing the Atlantic. The Titan was declared to be unsinkable, and it didn't have enough lifeboats for all the passengers. On its fictional voyage in the month of April, it struck an iceberg in the North Atlantic Ocean and sank, resulting in the deaths of almost all the passengers. In Ireland, the police do not carry firearms. Their only weapons are batons and pepper spray. In 1943, then-chairman of IBM, Thomas Watson, went on the record saying, “I think there is a world market for maybe five computers.” If you're afraid of sharks, you might want to consider this tidbit: Every year, more people are killed by bees than by sharks. *** Thought For The Day: “In this world, you must be a bit too kind to be kind enough.”
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Chicken Soup For The Soul Taking Control sighed at the piles of dishes on the kitchen counter. A quick glance at the clock showed it was almost 8:30. I had just finished putting our daughters, ages 2 and 6, to bed. I desperately wanted to play fairy godmother and wave my magic wand. I'm no fairy godmother, and I certainly don't have a magic wand. No chance of enlisting help from my husband, either. I could hear Derek in the home office, still on the phone scheduling appointments with clients for the next day. I hinted through gritted teeth: “You know, I sure could use some help in here. Not now, hon. I just sat down. I need a break. I'll help in the morning, Okay?” I finished in the kitchen and stomped up the stairs. Derek was blissfully (or deliberately) oblivious to my resentment. By the time I was done with the laundry, it was past 10 o'clock! That's when I had my epiphany: There is no official end to my workday at home. Even if I worked until midnight every night, I still wouldn't get absolutely everything done around the house. A huge weight lifted as I recognized this futility. What a relief! Since I couldn't get everything done every day, I would just do my best and end my shift at a certain time. Right then I designated 8:30 as a end time to my shift. The next night looked a little different. After putting the kids to bed, it was already 8:15. Since I only had 15 minutes until my workday ended, I tackled the kitchen with more enthusiasm than I have ever known. I didn't realize I could load the dishwasher, wash pots, and wipe counters with gusto.
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Moments In Time Hail Kills 230 The History Channel
On April 30, 1888, a hailstorm devastates the farming town of Moradabad, India, killing 230 people and thousands of farm animals. Most of the victims died instantly when hail the size of oranges rained down from the sky, striking them.
On April 28, 1897, the Chickasaw and Choctaw, two of the Five Civilized Tribes, become the first to agree to abolish tribal government and communal ownership of land. By 1902, the other three tribes—the Cherokees, Seminoles and Creeks—followed suit, finally throwing open all of Indian Territory to white settlement.
On May 4, 1916, Germany responds to a demand by U.S. President Woodrow Wilson by agreeing to limit its submarine warfare. However, on Feb. 1, 1917, Germany announced the resumption of unrestricted submarine warfare, and the United States formally entered World War I.
On May 2, 1933, although accounts of an aquatic beast living in Scotland's Loch Ness date back 1,500 years, the modern legend of the Loch Ness Monster is born when a sighting makes local news. The Inverness Courier newspaper related an account of a local couple who claimed to have seen an enormous animal rolling and plunging on the surface.
On May 3, 1980, 13-year-old Cari Lightner of Fair Oaks, California, is killed by a drunk driver while walking along a quiet road when the car swerves out of control and strikes her. Cari's tragic death compelled her mother, Candy Lightner, to found the popular organization Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).
On April 29, 1968, Hair, the nowfamous “tribal love-rock musical” that introduced the era-defining song Aquarius, premieres on Broadway. Hair quickly became not just a smash-hit show, but a genuine cultural phenomenon.
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