Seniors Today November 2, 2018

The Senior Newspaper Serving Volusia & Flagler Counties For Over 26 Years—COMPLIMENTARY COPY

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November 2, 2018

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Medal Of Honor eneral George Washington asked his wife, Martha, to assist him in producing a medal of honor to be given to colonial soldiers wounded in battle.

He had her cut purple velvet into heart shapes and sew on the word MERIT. It was a very special recognition considering they had so little to work with.

The first ceremony for presentation of the Badge of Military Merit took place in Newbourgh, New York in 1782.

At that time, General Washington said, “the road to glory in a patriot army and free country is thus open to all.”

Although never abolished, the award of the badge was proposed again officially after WW1. Years followed when records were lost or poorly kept but General MacArthur helped revive the presentation of this special medal in 1932. He confidentially reopened work on a new design, involving the Washington Commission of Fine Arts.

Elizabeth Will, an Army specialist in the Office of the Quartermaster General, redesigned the new medal which became known as the Purple Heart. Using general specifications provided to her, she created the sketch for the present Purple Heart which exhibits a bust and profile of George Washington. It was issued on the bicentennial of Washington's birth, out of respect to his memory and military achievements, by the War Department order dated February 22, 1932.

“The Purple Heart is awarded in the name of the President of the United States to any member of the Armed Forces of the United States who, while serving under competent authority in any capacity with one of the U.S. Armed Services after April 5, 1917, has been wounded or killed. Specific examples of

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You Name It …by Kitty Maiden

services which warrant the Purple Heart include any action against an enemy of the United States; any action with an opposing armed force of a foreign country in which the Armed Forces of the United States are or have been engaged; while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in an armed

conflict against an opposing armed force in which the United States is not a belligerent party; as a result of an act of any such enemy of opposing armed forces; or as the result of an act of any hostile foreign force.”

Many veterans have come to be residents of the state of Florida and our city and state are very proud to honor these men and women for their accomplishments in keeping our country free.

If you haven’t been to the Veterans Museum at 166 South Beach Street in Daytona, perhaps it’s time to pay them a visit. They have an excellent rating and you will be glad you stopped by.

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.

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What’s Happening Around Town…

PACE PACE (Professionals Advocating For Community Education) returns this fall with a panel ready to answer all your questions regarding senior issues, health care processes, and legal concerns. (See our article on page 14). This free meeting will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 13 at 10:30 A.M. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church Social Hall, 724 Big Tree Rd., South Daytona. This is nothing to buy, just come for information and have your questions answered. Refreshments served. Please RSVP by Thursday, Nov. 8 to Seniors Today at 386.677.7060.

Murder Mystery Bring a friend and come join us for a fun evening! You are invited to attend The Most Wonderful Crime Of The Year.

A murder mystery dinner fundraiser supporting Wounded Warrior Project on Sat., Nov. 3 at 5 P.M. This event presented by Senior Helpers and hosted

by Woodland Towers will include a show, dinner, and 2 drinks all for just $35 per person. For details contact Marjorie Marcus at 386.736.2227 or mmarc us@seniorhelpers.com or you can order tickets online at: https://fundraise.woun dedwarriorproject.org/rtt/fundraising/tem /murder-mystery-dinner-fundraiser

Lunch Bunch Lunch Bunch is every Thursday (except Nov. 8 & 22) 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 Seminar Join Love Whole Foods, 275 Williamson Blvd., Ormond Beach for a free informative seminar with Stephanie Seneff, Senior Research at MIT. She will speak on Glycosylate, GMOs, and disease on Friday, November 30 at 7 P.M. Seating is limited. Call 386.677.

5236 to RSVP or you may sign up at the store.

Retirement Workshops Are you planning to retire in the near future? Do you have questions about your retirement? Come find out how retirement can work on Nov. 6 at 6 P.M.; and Nov. 7 at 10 A.M. at Great American Senior Benefits, 1930 West Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach. Seating fills fast! RSVP to 386.671.9150 or paulettereed asb@gmail.com and leave name and date you wish to attend.

Seniors Today Veteran’s Ceremony Florida Power & Light Presents: Seniors Today Veteran’s Ceremony And Celebration! Come honor our Veterans with a pinning ceremony for all Veterans that attend, guest speaker Sheriff Chitwood, and patriotic music on Friday, Nov. 13 beginning at 11 A.M. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Rd. Then we will celebrate our Veterans with FREE lunch for everyone in the social hall! You do not have to be a Veteran to attend just come to show your support!

Everyone is invited—no RSVP necessary. For questions or more information, call Seniors Today at 386.677.7060.

Seniors Got Talent Come out and support our seniors and enjoy some great talents at the same time!

The Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center, 399 North U.S. Highway 1, will host the Seniors Got Talent event with finals on Sun., Nov. 4, 2–5 P.M. The goal is to raise $20,000 for a Long-Term Care Scholarship and $10,000 for the local Alzheimer’s Walks. Tickets are just $8 general admission and can be purchased at the door or online at www.ormond beach. org Bring a group of friends and come enjoy the show!

Veteran’s Event Celebrate Veterans on Thurs., Nov. 8 from 12 NOON–2 P.M. at the Ormond Beach Senior Center, 351 Andrews Street with Lunch & Entertainment.

Tickets are $7 for guest and Veterans are free. Tickets and reservations are required, limited seating. Ticket must be purchased and picked up at Leisure Services Office, 399 N. US. Hwy 1, Ormond Beach by Nov. 5th. Call 386.676.3250.

Free Computer Classes Adults can improve their computer skills at the Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St. Programs for beginners include: • Basic internet: 2 to 3 P.M., Thursday, Nov. 1.

• Basic computer: 2 to 3 P.M., Thursday, Nov. 8.

• Basic Word: 2 to 3 P.M., Thursday, Nov. 15.

• Basic e-resources: 2 to 3 P.M., Thursday, Nov. 29.

Participants may bring their own laptops. Eight laptops, which use a Windows 10 operating system, are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration required; call 386.676.4191, option 4.

Parkinson’s Walk Sign up now to participate in the 11th Annual Sole Support For Parkinson’s Fun Walk on Sat., Nov. 10 at the Port Orange Civic Center, 1000 City Center Circle. Registration begins at 9 A.M., Fun Walk and Activities from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. Register by Oct. 24 for $20; after Oct. 24 it’s $25; Children 12 and under is $10. Loads of exhibitors, food, prizes, goodie bags, demonstrations, and entertainment too. Bring your entire family, there is something for everyone! For more details and registration, call Vince at 386.676.6375.

Thanksgiving Tips Chef Warren Caterson will present Thankful Thanksgivings from 2 to 3 P.M. Thursday, Nov. 15 at the New Smyrna Beach Regional Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway. He will share dozens of tips to ensure your Thanksgiving meal is a success, from roasting the turkey to preparing sides, and creating delicious leftovers.

Caterson is an award-winning cookbook author whose books include Table For Two—The Cookbook For Couples and Table For Two—Back For Seconds. Reservations are not required. For details, call 386.424.2910, option 4.

WWII Movies The New Smyrna Beach Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway, will salute veterans by showing three movies made during World War II. Lineup includes: • Flying Tigers: 2 P.M., Monday, Nov. 12. Not rated, 102 minutes.

• Air Force: 2 P.M., Monday, Nov. 19.

Not rated, 124 minutes.

• Destination Tokyo: 2 P.M., Monday, Nov. 26. Not rated, 135 minutes.

Reservations are not required. For more information, call 386.424.2910, option 4.

Support Groups Food Addicts 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 Quit Smoking Help Join us for a FREE Quit Smoking class at Florida Hospital Flagler. Classes meet once a week for six weeks starting on Wed., November 14 in New Smyrna from 5:30–6:30 P.M. Free patches, lozenges, gum quit plan, workbook, water bottle, stress ball, and more! Call 904.482. 0189 to register.

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Antiques Flashed Glass Decanters s a red-and-white glass decanter made of cased glass, flashed glass, or stained glass? All three were methods of adding color to a clear glass piece to make it more decorative. The cost and quality of each is different, and collectors should look carefully and ask questions before they buy.

Stained glass is the least expensive way to color glass. This method uses a staining material that is brushed on, becomes red or amber, and adheres to the glass when heated.

The layer of material is very thin, and if cleaned too vigorously, it could wear off. It often is used to color pressed glass.

Flashed glass is made by using an added thin layer of glass over a different color glass. It is made by taking a gather of hot glass, dipping it into a second colored glass, then blowing it into shape. It leaves a thin layer of glass but makes a piece that appears to be made of one solid color, which would be more valuable.

Cased or plated glass is the most expensive. It is made by putting a thick layer of glass over a glass piece of a different color.

It can be decorated on the outside layer or cut to expose the inside layer. Look at the rim at the top of a cased vase, and you'll see two distinct layers. Some glass, like

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rubina verde, is made with a yellow glass body and red glass added inside. It makes a two-color glass.

To make this even more difficult for beginners, there are many different ways to decorate the outside of any Bohemian of these glass pieces. The flashed glass glass can be cut through decanters. to a different color or just in a clear section. It can be painted on the outside with gilt and enamel to make decorations in many colors. A very elaborate pair of Bohemian flashed glass decanters with cut and enameled decorations sold at a recent Cowan auction for $1,920. *** Q: When did Judith Leiber start making her jeweled purses? I have my mother's purse, which looks like a pile of books. Is it valuable?

A: Judith Leiber purses were first made in 1963. She sold the company and the name in 1993, but she continued designing until 2004. Her jeweled handbags in great condition sell for hundreds of dollars. The pile of books purse has sold for $700.

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Watch The Birdie

by George Goldtrap kay… so you shot a bunch of vacation pics this summer!

Now you’re struggling to get them edited and cataloged.

NO? Well maybe you’re planning a fall trip to the mountains and then start the editing, logging, etc. Also coming up, you’ve got several opportunities—Turkey Run, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year, birthdays, or a family reunion. Either way I have some tips for you.

Let’s start with the camera. If you have a really good phone/camera, for snap shots you’re probably okay. Or, maybe you have one of the many great new digitals. If you prefer to use a good single lens reflex — that’s even better. If you have two of these available, that’s great. I recommend a 55mm lens on one and a 350mm lens on the other.

More if you have it. With this combination, one you can shoot the regular shots of family and things while the long lens holder can get the beautiful water fowl, Elk in the grass, fishing bear, or mountains in the distance, etc.

Don’t pack your cameras in the trunk.

Keep them charged and within arm’s reach for that sudden surprise shot of the elk crossing the road—but be ready to cover your cameras from view before you exit for lunch. Lock your car. Don’t tempt the thieves. Additionally, extra rechargeable batteries or a charger in the car is a good idea if you plan to be out and about all day.

Stick a soft, lens cleaning cloth in your pocket and use it occasionally.

Try to frame your shots tight on the subjects. Unless you are shooting landscapes, you don’t need a lot of sky, trees, or barns. Pay close attention to what’s in the frame. Never shoot into open windows, sunlight, or lamps.

This will close down the iris and you’ll have poor pictures. If you are using a long lens, remember that they are heavy and if unsupported, your hand may shake or tremble making it difficult to get a good sharp auto focus. Brace your camera, and frame slowly. Get it right… then take a couple of extra shots as backup.

Look for interesting subjects. Not every shot needs to be a ‘selfe’… or, to include all of your cousins. As you travel, look for potential title card shots. For example: ‘Welcome to Florida’ or other state signs. There is most always a notice of these upcoming areas… like, ‘State Line, One Mile Ahead’; ‘Welcome to Yellowstone,’ or other National Parks, etc. Many of these shots can be accomplished just out the car window. This will keep your pictures in logical sequence—and make your presentations more interesting.

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Happy Talk …by George & Peggy Goldtrap Not every shot needs to be posed. Extemporaneous shots of the kids playing always brings family smiles. A secret shot of those setting the picnic table, or of Uncle Elmer changing a flat, will generate laughter. Make your picture taking a fun record of where you traveled, who or what you saw, and what your group experienced.

Nothing preserves history like a good photo.

Teach your children and grands as you go along. They’ll love you for it.

Look for the unusual… like an ornate county court house, a unique bridge, a local festival, celebration, or parade. Local fauna or wildlife will add color and interest. Use your imagination.

On trips, use the highest volume storage card available for your camera. Don’t be shy. The beauty of digital over film is that you are no longer limited by expensive development cost. Shoot the same thing from several different angles and later you can discard the shots that didn’t ‘work.’ If you are in a crowd, hold the camera high and pointed toward the subject. You might get lucky. If not, what have you lost?

Some cameras have a moveable viewfinder.

Be adventuresome!

Shooting a picture of a new baby in the stroller? For a better picture drop down to the baby’s level and shoot straight on. See some action up ahead? Put your camera on ‘sport shot’ or multi-frames and click away. Remember you’ve got nothing to lose.

Do not be afraid to gamble. You just might get that winning shot of a lifetime like a mountain goat daring the odds on a cliff. Remember, you can delete all the junk shots later.

Are you getting the idea? Be bold and unafraid. Don’t fear cost. You’ll be the family hero and when you get home, showing the pictures on your big screen ‘smart’ TV, and without all the bad shots will make even your brother-n-law proud of you. Now pick 5 or 6 select shots for printing, framing, and hanging and enjoy the memories all year long.

Once home, join a local camera club like Casements Camera Club in Volusia County, www.casementscameraclub.com or a club in your area. There you’ll make friends of fellow photo bugs and you can share and swap many good practical ideas with experienced folks like yourself. The interclub competition will challenge you to even greater artistry with your camera.

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FPL Presents Seniors Today’s Veteran’s Ceremony & Celebration

All Are Invited!

Friday, November 9, 2018 11 A.M. • Veteran’s Ceremony Celebration Following With FREE Lunch for Everyone.

Holy Cross Lutheran Church 724 Big Tree Rd. South Daytona In recognition of all the Veterans in our community, Seniors Today Is hosting a Veteran’s Day Ceremony & Celebration!

• Veteran’s Ceremony • Pinning Ceremony • Patriotic Music

No RSVP Required!

• Guest Speaker: Sheriff Chitwood • Spruce Creek High School ROTC Color Guard

For more information, call 386-677-7060

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Veterans Today Special to Seniors Today f you or someone you care about is among America’s more than 20 million veterans, here are a few facts and figures you may find interesting: • About one in 10 Americans is a veteran.

• About three-quarters of veterans have served during wartime.

• Gulf War–era veterans now account for the largest share of all U.S. veterans.

• More than a million veterans are legally blind or have low vision.

Employing Our Nation’s Veterans National Industries for the Blind (NIB) and its network of associated nonprofit agencies employ more than 5,800 people who are blind, including nearly 600 of our nation’s veterans.

These dedicated men and women working in NIB’s network support our nation’s veterans by manufacturing products and providing essential services for the federal government and U.S. military, including the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). People who are blind also produce hundreds of products available to veterans and their families in military commissaries and exchanges.

One Vet’s Story U.S. Navy veteran Antonio Arbelo is one of the 27 employees who are blind or visually impaired who work around the clock to make, pack, and ship medicine bottles at Alphapointe. Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Alphapointe has manufactured nearly 1 billion medicine bottles for the VA since the mid-1990s.

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Hundreds of veterans work for an organization that supplies the military and the VA. Arbelo enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1985.

After basic and advanced training, he was assigned to an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit. Wounded on a mission, he lost sight in one eye and was medically discharged in 1992.

After his discharge, Arbelo joined Alphapointe full-time as packer and machinist in the plastics department in support of the VA medicine bottles contract. “I’m pretty sure I’ve made a lot of the bottles in my medicine cabinet,” he says with a laugh.

For information, visit www.NIB.org

Seniors Today Veteran’s Ceremony FPL presents our Veterans with a pinning ceremony for all Veterans that attend, guest speaker Sheriff Chitwood, and patriotic music on Friday., Nov. 9 beginning at 11 A.M., Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Rd. Then we will celebrate our Veterans with FREE lunch for everyone in the social hall!

You do not have to be a Veteran to attend... just come to show your support! Everyone is invited—no RSVP necessary. For details, call Seniors Today at 386.677.7060.

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Life of Marci Part Two Chapter 12 hroughout the whole ordeal of losing his son and the birth of his grandson, Frank had held steadfast and unwavering with very little show of emotion.

Except for the tears that he shed when Isaiah Sr., died no one other that Cora had ever seen him cry. He was the kind of person that showed very little if any emotion.

Frank the only son and youngest sibling and his two sisters had grown up on the Dalton farm under a father, who worked 12 to 15 hour days, seven days a week. He expected everyone around him to do the same.

His father instilled in him the need to work and that emotions were a waste of time and energy. His two sisters eventually married and moved away from Holmes County not wanting to be tied to the farm.

His mother Rebecca, was a kind person, much like Cora Mae, one of the reasons he had been drawn to her from the beginning as they grew up together.

There was no affection shown around Frank’s home when he grew up so except for meals eaten together there was very little contact between his parents or the children other than when they worked at chores or farm duties. Frank had insisted that the old ways were the best ways and continued the idea that a good home was a quiet home.

Cora Mae had struggled with that concept the entire time she and Frank had been together, she had taken on the responsibility to keep their children quiet over the years.

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For many reasons she always felt the sounds of children playing had been denied to her, but she truly loved Frank and tolerated his many quirks.

Isaiah Sr., had grown up in a home where tragedy seemed to be in control. He had lost all of his sisters before he was 12 years old and for the most part was never allowed to show the emotions that he felt.

Marci had changed that for him, she was the shining star that had entered his life and although he hid his feelings from his parents, having Marci had changed him.

Once he found out that Marci was expecting he had promised himself that his child would not be brought up in a home where love was always shared and laughter was certainly allowed.

Circumstances changed with Isaiah Sr.’s death, there was now another sadness that gripped the Dalton home.

Marci and Isaiah Jr., were now dependent on living in the Dalton home and she was keenly aware of the “rules,” of the house.

Although she would have been pleased to hear the sounds of her grandson playing she too had accepted that under the Dalton roof things would stay as they had for many years, quiet and subdued.

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November 2, 2018—Seniors Today—Page11 Life of Marci—Continued From Page 10 Frank sat with Isaiah Jr., in his lap and the The radio had created another barrier to noise in the house. Frank now would perch two of them listened to the music coming himself in his chair in front of the radio from radio. In a few minutes Isaiah Jr., started every evening after supper and listen. On to get restless and Frank put him back on the Saturday nights he especially like to listen to floor where he just crawled away. the Grand Ol’ Opry, on WSM in Nashville “I’m sorry, we were washing dishes and when the weather was just right to allow the he just crawled in here,” she said stammersignal to reach down into Florida and come ing for the right words to say and expectin clear enough to hear. ing some sort of retribution in return.

On one of those clear nights when WSM “It’s okay, I enjoyed having him sitting was coming in perfect Frank was sitting in with me,” Frank said back to her. his chair listening. Isaiah Jr. had become Cora Mae had made it to Frank at the a handful to take care of, especially once he same time that Marci had picked up Isaiah started crawling.

Jr., both of them stood there for a second Mada was now gone and it was Marci in disbelief of what had just happened and and Cora Mae’s job to keep up with him and especially Frank’s comment. keep him quiet.

The next night as supper was finishing In addition to crawling he had started trying to pull himself up on furniture, a and Frank started to the radio. prerequisite to learning how to walk.

“Let Isaiah Jr., come in and listen to the Busy working on their kitchen duties radio with me, it will help him to learn to Marci and Cora Mae did not realize Isaiah walk,” he told them.

Jr. had managed to crawl away. When Marci From his high chair they put him in the turned around to check on him, she did middle of the kitchen floor and stood back not see him on the floor. She nudged Cora to see what would happen.

Mae to look as well.

As if on cue, Isaiah Jr., headed straight Now in a near panic they ran through the for Frank and they followed to see what door almost at the same time to find Isaiah he would do. When he reached his grandJr. pulling himself up on Frank’s chair. Not missing a word from the radio, Frank father’s chair, Frank leaned over, picked turned and saw Isaiah Jr. just as he stood him up and placed him in his lap. He would stay there and the two would listen to the next to the chair.

Holding their breath and expecting Frank radio until he grew restless.

“Well, I never would have believed it if to yell out to come get Isaiah Jr. that watched I hadn’t seen it myself,” Cora Mae said. as a miracle happened. Frank put his hand Marci nodded in agreement as the two on Isaiah Jr.’s head and then bent over and picked him up. He winched from the pain of them watched Isaiah Jr., crawl across of picking him up, but sat him on his lap. the floor.

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You enjoy the attention early in the week, but it might be a good idea to opt for some privacy by week's end to consider an upcoming decision.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You unearth some surprising facts. Now you need to consider how to use them to your advantage. Meanwhile, it might be best to keep what you've learned secret.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A comment by a colleague piques your curiosity. Best advice: You'll find people more likely to offer information if you're discreet when making your inquiries.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your energy levels begin to rise. This allows you to catch up with your heavy workload and still have plenty of get-up-andgo to go out on the town this weekend.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) You're probably roaring your head off about a perceived slight from a critic. Ignore it.

That person might just be trying to goad you into something you will regret.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) The early part of the week is open to spontaneity. Then it's time to settle into your usual routine to get tasks done. A personal situation requires more attention.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) A meeting of the minds on a workplace project might well develop into something more personal. Aspects also are favorable for platonic relationships.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) A more-positive mood might be difficult to assume in light of a recent problem.

By week's end, your emotional barometer should start to rise.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Look for a changed attitude from a former adversary once they realizes you have your colleagues' support. Now you can refocus your energies.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) This time, a difference of opinion might not be resolved in your favor. Be patient.

It could all ultimately work out to your advantage.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) A tug of war develops between the artistic Aquarian's creative aspect and his or her practical side. Prioritize your schedule so you can give appropriate time to both.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) You may be entering a career phase awash with demands. Avoid being swamped and, instead, keep treading water as you deal with demands one by one.

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Humane Society Update Why Some Think Cats Are Better Pets

by Barry KuKes f you ever want to start a debate amongst a group of animal lovers, throw out the suggestion that cats are better than dogs, then sit back and watch the fur fly! Most pet owners, even those who own both cats and dogs, will have a secret preference for one or the other, and will often defend their opinions very strongly!

If you are fed up with hearing about how wonderful dogs are and secretly know that cats are in fact the superior species, you are in good company. Read on to learn about the ten top reasons why cats make better pets than dogs.

Don’t worry dog lovers... You will get your own back in another article!

10. Cats can be left unsupervised—While you shouldn’t leave your cat alone for the long term, it is perfectly acceptable to work fairly long hours or go away overnight without having to worry, as long as they have everything they need.

9. Cats don’t need to be walked—Dogs need to be walked daily, whatever the weather —even if it is blowing a gale! Cats take care of their own exercise requirements.

8. You don’t need to pick up after your cat —While you will need to clean out your cat’s litter box if you provide one, other than this, cats take care of their own toileting provision, and bury their waste!

Dogs, on the other hand produce rather potent offerings, and dog owners have to get up close and personal with it!

7. Cats can live in the smallest of homes— Even the littlest of dogs need room to stretch their legs and a large enough home to contain them comfortably, while even the largest of cats is happy in the smallest of places! Even if you live in a studio apartment or a tiny house, the chances are that you have room for a cat.

6. Cats are cheaper to take care of—Even feeding the largest, hungriest of cats will work out cheaper than feeding a dog, and the savings don’t stop there!

Everything about caring for a cat costs less than for a dog, including insurance, veterinary treatments, boarding, bedding, and flea and worming treatments.

5. Cats are quieter—With the occasional exception of very vocal cats such as the Siamese or the Bengal, cats are quiet animals who do not make a big noisy fuss!

4. You can fit several cats into your bed and still have room for yourself—Cat mathematics dictates that you can fit four or more cats comfortably into a double bed and still have room for yourself!

3. Cats are not prone to rolling in disgusting things—Cats are incredibly finicky about their cleanliness, and spend large portions of their days washing themselves and getting their fur just so.

2. Earning a cat’s respect is a significant achievement—Cats are much more discerning about who they give their affection to than dogs. There are few feelings

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more rewarding than knowing that a cat has chosen you to be their favorite person.

1. Cats were once worshipped as gods— This line says it all, really. Dogs might be man’s best friend, but in ancient Egypt, cats were worshipped as Gods, something that cats have never forgotten. Where we went wrong along the way by considering that cats are simply companions and pets now as opposed to the regal, mystical beings that they actually are is hard to define, but the humble mutt cannot compete with this one! Meow!

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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Page14—Seniors Today—November 2, 2018 You Are Invited To A PACE Meeting Special to Seniors Today ark your calendars now to attend the next PACE meeting (Professionals Advocating for Community Education) on Tuesday, November 13 at 10:30 A.M. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona. Seating is limited, so please be sure to RSVP to save your seat.

A variety of medical and legal questions will be answered free of charge when you attend this meeting. Health care professionals, an attorney, and community liaisons will be on hand to answer all your questions.

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Tuesday, November 13, 10:30 A.M. Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Fellowship Hall 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona

The panel consists of the following professionals and their area of expertise in the senior field: • Mary Sanguedolce, Executive Director, Brookdale Port Orange— Assisted Living • Michael Pyle, Attorney–Elder Law • Nicolle Cella, Account Executive, Amedisys –Home Health

• Rob Beckman, Administrator, Port Orange Nursing & Rehab– Nursing Homes • Melissa Cole, Kindred– Hospice Services • Linda Dixon, HomeInstead Senior Care-Non-Medical Home Care • Bonnie Schillinger, President, Seniors Today–Community Resources PACE was several years ago when several professionals involved in senior services met to discuss the idea of how great it would be if seniors had a place to go to have all their questions answered FREE of charge.

There is nothing offered for sale at our meetings and no one will call you after the meeting to try to sell you anything!

Our friendly, informal meetings are strictly to offer assistance and information to benefit our seniors.

So bring all your friends and questions and join us at our next meeting for some information, fellowship, and refreshments!

Our next meeting is Tuesday, November 13 at 10:30 A.M. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona. For questions and to RSVP, please call Seniors Today at 386.677.7060.

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Moments In Time Early November The History Channel

• On Nov. 5, 1994, George Foreman, age 45, becomes boxing's oldest heavyweight champion when he defeats Michael Moorer in the 10th round of their WBA fight in Las Vegas. Foreman retired in 1997 with a lifetime record of 76-5.

• On Nov. 6, 1860, Abraham Lincoln is elected the 16th president of the United States over a deeply divided Democratic Party, becoming the first Republican to win the presidency.

Lincoln received only 40 percent of the popular vote but handily defeated the three other candidates.

• On Nov. 7, 1980, actor Steve McQueen, the King Of Cool who once was the world's highest-paid movie star, dies at age 50 in Mexico of cancer. His best-known films include The Great Escape, The Sand Pebbles, Bullitt, and Papillon.

• On Nov. 8, 1847, Bram Stoker, author of the horror novel Dracula, is born

in Ireland. The concept of vampires didn't originate with Stoker. John William Polidori's 1819 short story The Vampyre is credited with kickstarting the vampire genre.

• On Nov. 9, 1965, the largest power failure in U.S. history occurs as all of New York state and portions of seven neighboring states and eastern Canada are plunged into darkness. All together, 30 million people were affected by the blackout.

• On Nov. 10, 1975, the SS Edmund Fitzgerald sinks in a Lake Superior storm, taking all 29 crew members with her. The 729-foot-long freighter, once the largest and fastest ship on the Great Lakes, now lies under 530 feet of water.

• On Nov. 11, 1918, at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, the Great War ends as Germany, faced with imminent invasion, signed an armistice agreement with the Allies.

The First World War left 9 million soldiers dead and 21 million wounded.

Page16—Seniors Today—November 2, 2018 Senior Businesses That Support The Seniors

Do We Trust Our Doctors?

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itting in a medical office last week, I overheard something that sent a chill up my spine. Another patient in the waiting room was whispering to her friend that she didn't trust the doctor. I wondered why she might feel that way.

Did the doctor not keep up with the literature on new treatments for diseases or on prescription medicine that has been found to cause problems? Is the doctor being wooed by drug company reps? (Is the waiting room full of sales people with briefcases?)

A survey from a few years ago revealed that doctors themselves believe that patient trust is waning. Of more than 2,000 physicians surveyed, 87 percent said that patients trust doctors less than they did 10 years ago. Another survey, covering patients in 29 countries, showed the U.S. was at No. 24 when it comes to Americans trusting our doctors.

Online physician reviews came under fire in another survey when approximately half of patients said they only somewhat trust the reviews. That's something to consider when using those reviews to find a new doctor.

What happens when we don't entirely trust our doctor? We tend not to listen.

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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:

Kim Persan Nicolle Cella Chris Van Singel Karen Chrapek Paul Sturdgess Laura Baldwin Todd Register Lorraine Takx Kristine Boutot Mary Sanguedolce Staci Cooper Mariann Darcangelo Anne O’Connell Wendi Loudis Marc Rhoades Linda Bogosian Joe Amos Dave Lynn Megan Williams Dee Mintz Rachel Tenreiro Tiffani Cook Kat Perry Andrea Clark Tammy Horn Ann Thompson Thalia Oliva Brad Lackey Linda Dixon Chanin Carr Brittany Gloersen Terry Cain Leighann Greco Barbara Reigle Tom Mondloch Amanda J. Nykamp Judith Robinson Marjorie Marcus Rema Bowie Todd Brown Sue Taleb Darla Hood Maureen Webb

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Therefore we might not take it seriously when we're told to cut back on sodium or get a flu shot, both of which (or anything else they tell us) can lead to health complications.

What do we need for trust to either be present, or to rebuild after it's faded?

For some of us, it would be as simple as having a doctor who talks to us directly and doesn't spend all their time inputting data into a laptop—as though clicking boxes for our list of ailments. Hit the "Send" button and a prescription slip prints out at the other end, based on no medical intervention whatsoever.

November 2, 2018—Seniors Today—Page17

Veteran’s Post

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Slashes Backlog Of Claims Appeals

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by Freddy Groves

he Department of Veterans Affairs has announced a major reduction in the number of disability claim appeals that had piled up. This year it managed to clear 53,000 decisions, which is 86 percent more than the 28,000 the VA cleared during the same time last year. Its goal is to review 81,000 claims by the end of September.

How did the VA manage to finish so many claims when it couldn't manage it before? Part of the answer lies in the $42 million that was used to hire 200 lawyers to write decisions, as well as 24 law judges.

One wonders how many lawyers they originally had, before adding the 200.

One also wonders, unfortunately, about the qualifications of the 200 lawyers they hired, and who reviewed their employment applications.

To avoid having your initial claim denied, get help with your first application. Start with a veterans' service organization. Look at www.benefits.va. gov/vso/varo.asp and click on your state for a list of organizations at your local Regional Benefit Office. The list includes the organizations, their loca-

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tion at the benefit office, and their phone number.

To avoid being denied again during an appeal, your best bet is to get a lawyer, but beware. Be sure your lawyer is up to the task. Ask other veterans for references if they've gone the appeal route.

Then ask the potential lawyer a lot of questions, like: How long have they done veteran appeals? Are they VA accredited?

Since you'll no doubt pay a hefty fee (a portion of your benefits after you win) to a lawyer, be sure you're getting a good one. If you're getting years of back pay, that could add up to a lot of money you're handing over.

Write to Freddy Groves in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to columnreply@gmail.com

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Glyphosate: The New DDT

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by Mitch Booth

uring a recent interview on my radio talk show, my cohost Lise Battaglia asked: “After nearly three decades of helping customers at Love Wholefoods attain optimal health and well-being, what has changed?” I took a moment before replying: “People are generally sicker. It has gotten harder and harder to help folks become disease free.”

With all the new medical science and all the breakthroughs in ortho-molecular supplementation, I am seeing multi-layered chronic and systemic disease. It’s taking much longer to help customers resolve underlying conditions: thyroid dysfunction, bizarre food allergies, leaky gut, and resultant brain dysfunction. The incidence of autoimmune conditions has exploded: Hashimoto’s disease, lupus, fibromyalgia, and conditions like Crohn’s, gluten intolerance, and IBS. Then, of course, there are the ultimates: cancer and type II diabetes. My feeling is that there has to be something pervasive impacting our environment that’s affecting all age groups.

The answer came to me quite by accident when a close friend gave me a podcast featuring Dr. Stephanie Seneff, PhD., Senior Research Scientist at MIT’s Computer Science/Artificial Intelligence Laboratory. After listening to her presentation, I was stunned. Dr. Seneff calmly discussed her six year quest to how the brightest women at MIT (and America) were having autistic babies. She has now written over thirty peer reviewed articles on the impact of toxic chemicals being used in American agriculture.

Dr. Seneff’s focus is on the most pervasive herbicide used worldwide, Round Up, whose principle ingredient is glyphosate. She thoroughly discussed how glyphosate, by design kills all living plants. As a bio-chemist, she analyzed how human ingestion creates a perfect disease environment. Suddenly, the dots connected: the pervasive gut dysbiosis leading to an explosion in neurological diseases affecting folks with no previous conditions, family history, or genetic proclivity.

So just what is this glyphosate that’s gotten so much media attention? It is a synthesized amino acid derived from glycine, an essential building block for making proteins in both plants and animals. Dr. Seneff’s research showed how Monsanto’s scientists discovered that by altering just one element of this amino acid it becomes a deadly toxin to all plants (not just weeds) when sprayed with it. What about the humans who would be ingesting this herbicide when they ate the crop being protected from the nasty weed? Monsanto had developed

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There is the heart of Dr. Seneff’s six year investigation. Our government allows the chemical manufacturer to provide the safety research. It is simply astounding that an agent known to kill all plant life might not warrant extra in-house government scrutiny to verify safety for humans and our environment. Remember, that this company, Monsanto, was responsible for the development of another plant defoliant, Agent Orange. Dr. Seneff’s scientific conclusion: glyphosate is toxic to humans, it is the DDT of our generation and it needs to be banned.

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In honor of Dr. Seneff’s presentation and our twenty plus year partnership with Natural Factors, we are offering their entire product line at 25% off! This is for the entire month of November, not just one day. So “un-Round Up” yourself and come to either store. Our staff is trained and ready to help you deal with the glyphosate exposure.* *To read the complete unabridged article and learn more about Natural Factors (From Canada With Love—Aug. 26, 2016) go to LOVEWHOLEFOODS.com/arti clesbyMitch Mitch Booth is the owner of Love Whole Foods in Ormond Beach and Port Orange —the area’s largest organic and gluten free food stores.