Seniors Today Volusia Edition June 8th 2012

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June 8, 2012

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Jobs, Jobs, jobs

H

e was working in an orange juice factory and got canned.

He couldn’t concentrate. Then he tried working in a shoe factory… but he didn’t fit in. He felt terrific, finally, about getting the job at Starbucks… until he realized it was the same old grind.

These are the kind of things worth sharing to, at least, keep a smile on our faces during our country’s job crisis. I am extremely sympathetic with people who are struggling to find work. Imagine being young, having spent years and tons of funds on a college education—only to graduate and be jobless.

I have no sympathy for those who think the world owes them. Many dads and granddads take pride in having worked themselves up from digging ditches to becoming strong, competent builders in our society.

Then there are those who suffer from a failing background and bear little hope. If you lack hope or fall in the cracks, pick yourself up, re-invent your desires, and get on with it. Years ago, I decided to write a song called, Go For It. I don’t remember what inspired these words. I just remember the current expression was Go For It: If your life is crazy and you’re in a spin; You’ve tried it all and you just can’t win; Grab a chunk of time ‘til you’ve thought it through; Cause there’s something great out there for you (something great for you); If you‘ve got a job that you really hate; And you’re thinking of moving to another

state; Whattaya do? Huh? Huh?;Whattaya do? You go-o-o-o-o-o-o- oh, go for it!

I was reminded of this by a very inspiring article. It is about: “High-paying oil jobs boost growth and salary…” by: Anna Seaton Huntington

You Name It …by Kitty Maiden

She noted that North Dakota has the fastest-growing economy in America! People of all ages are seeking (and getting) jobs there. The oil companies have a $1 billion budget and have created a rise in personal income. Why? Because they are extracting 510,000 barrels of oil a day; it takes 120 people a month to drill and prepare a well; they have drilled over 3,000 wells already and well drilling will continue for ten to 20 years.

With the great influx of workers, not only for the oil well jobs but for jobs in every other facet of life, housing is extremely scarce.

People are living in campers, their cars, etc.

North Dakota brings out the pioneer spirit in many of us. It is more inspiring than the the years of the gold rush, so you go for it!

I find that, having tried retirement, I am perfect for this job..

Kitty Maiden is a staff writer for Seniors Today.

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What’s Happening Around Town…

Health Screening Prevention Plus, Inc., is conducting tests for stroke, arterial disease, abdominal aortic aneurysm, osteoporosis, heart scan, and more on Thurs., June 21 at Daytona Beach Shores Senior Center, 3048 S. Atlantic Ave. Early detection saves lives. These reasonably priced tests don’t require a doctor’s prescription. To register, call 1-888-667-7587.

Free Caregiver’s Day Need a break from caregiving? First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach is providing free Caregiver’s Day Out that includes food, fun, and special attention for care receivers. The days are from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. on Thurs., June 14; Thurs., July 14; Thurs., Aug. 9; and Sat., Sept. 15 at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach. For information, call Sherry at 386-6773581, ext. 311. This is a wonderful opportunity for caregivers to have a break and know that their loved ones are being cared for.

Foot Pain Workshop Learn how to improve the flexibility of your feet and strengthen weak hips, ankles, and foot muscles. Workshop presented by Sarah Thomas, PT on Mon., June 25 from 5:30–7 P.M. The fee is $10, but if you bring a friend you both attend free! To reserve your spot, call today to 386-257-2672.

Happy Wanderers Local walking clubs of the American Volkssport Association host organized walks throughout the United States. The walks are non-competitive and follow pre-determined routes, making them an excellent activity for the whole family.

The events encourage physical activity and appreciation of history and the outdoors. They are designed for people of all ages and levels of physical fitness. To learn more information about the times and dates for Volusia County walks, please call Marvin Stokes, President at 386-788-4026 or e-mail: marvst717@ cfl.rr.com

Lunch Bunch Hiatus Holy Cross Lutheran Church at 724 Big Tree Rd. in South Daytona sponsors a Lunch Bunch on Thursday beginning at 12 noon. Reservations are required by noon the Tuesday prior. Call the church office at 386-767-6542 Tues. thru Fri. to reserve your space. Lunch Bunch will be taking a summer break from June thru August. Watch for the grand opening of their fabulous, new senior center in September when Lunch Bunch returns!

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Healing From The Pain Of Loss

Acupuncture & Neuropathic Pain.

What is this grief? What should I expect? Hints for coping with grief.

All are welcome for this free presentation of ways to help yourself heal physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Join in on June 13, 11 A.M. at Grand Villa, 535 North Nova Rd., Ormond Beach. Refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public. To be our guest, please RSVP to 386-868-0717 by June 11.

On Fri., June 15, 11 A.M., Dr. Ryoko Elzey, Doctor Of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture Physician will offer information on Neuropathy. Neuropathy is a general term that refers to diseases or malfunctions of the nerves.

Any nerves at any location in the body can be damaged from injury or disease.

Neuropathy is often classified according to the types or location of nerves that are affected, and can also be classified according to the disease causing it. This free seminar will be held in Bishop’s Glen Retirement Community's Auditorium, 900 LPGA Blvd., Holly Hill. Call 386-226-9110 for information.

Pet Vet Cruiser Volusia County’s Pet Vet Cruiser offers free and low-cost spaying and neutering for pets. Residents in unincorporated Volusia County can catch the Pet Vet Cruiser, by appointment, around the county in June. This Pet Vet Cruiser’s spay and neuter program is based on income and has a sliding-fee scale.

Residents seeking free or low-cost pet spaying and neutering must provide proof of income to qualify. Appointments for service are required and can be made from 10 A.M.–3 P.M., Monday through Friday. Sorry, walk-ins are not accepted. For more information about the ordinance and/or cost, qualifications, or to schedule an appointment for the Pet Vet Cruiser, please call 386-3233575 (Daytona Beach).

Home Gardening Programs The University of Florida/Volusia County Extension will help you cultivate your green thumb with three presentations on Wednesday, June 20.

Master Gardeners, Carole Alderman and Jane Holcomb will lead a free Q & A clinic from 9 to 11 A.M. at Sugar Mill Gardens, 950 Old Sugar Mill Road, Port Orange. Reservations are not required. For more information, please call 386-767-1735.

Lisa Roberts, executive director of the Florida Wildflower Foundation, will discuss Gardening With Wildflowers during a free presentation from 1 to 2 P.M. at the Agricultural Center, 3100 E. New York Ave., DeLand. Reservations are not required, and there is no charge.

Erin Alvarez, a University of Florida landscape instructor, will help you make a decorative hanging décor for your pool, patio, or deck from 2 to 4 P.M. at the Agricultural Center. The cost for this program is $7. Reservations are required and may be made by calling the extension at 386-822-5778.

Halifax River Audubon The Halifax River Audubon general membership meeting will be held on Mon., June 18 at Sica Hall, 1065 Daytona Ave., Holly Hill. Doors open at 6:30 P.M. and the presentation starts at 7 P.M. Ed Northey, Environmental Specialist of Volusia County will present Bloodthirsty—Mosquito Life Cycle & Control. Visitors and guests are welcome. Call 386-673-5332 for more info.

Wine Down Join members of the Ormond Beach Historical Society for an evening of fine wine, music, and hors d’oeuvres Friday, June 15 from 5:30–7:30 P.M. at Anderson-Price Memorial Building, 42 North Beach St., Ormond Beach. Call for reservations at 386-677-7005.

Support Group Hurting Yourself With Food?

Are you tired of Yo-Yo dieting? Are you addicted to food? There is hope.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) is a solution for all forms of food addiction. People have found recovery from overeating, under eating, and bulimia in FA. For more information and to find a meeting close to you, call the FA Hotline at 386-258-0610.

Look Good/Feel Better Trained cosmetologists are available to help women undergoing cancer treatments with makeup and accessories. Cosponsored by the American Cancer Society., this group meets at Florida Hospital in DeLand. The cost is free, but seating is limited and registration is required.

Call The American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345 for reservations, meeting times, and more information.

Nothing Is Really Free

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e all love free offers. But we always have to remember two popular adages: If it sounds too good to be true, it is likely neither good nor true.

Nothing is really free.

When a business offers something for free, what are they really offering? They want you to do business with them—to get you in the door. Maybe it’s really free, or it’s a sale, or a discount. But there generally is some motive.

There are some occasions that for personal reasons, something will be given for free. One could leave an inheritance when they die. One could make a gift to help a person or group or charitable purpose. But in these events, one would never have to pay money or give something in order to receive the gift or bequest.

We are all inundated with offers by mail, telephone, e-mail, and other types of contact. Every time we receive such a contact, we must be on alert. Why is the contact being made? Are we being asked to do something, or give some information? Sometimes, as with e-mail and Internet contacts, we will be asked to do something as seemingly innocuous as clicking on a hyperlink. That itself gives the contactor an open door to our private information, and maybe much worse. Often the sender looks like somebody you know, but it often is not.

Many of these false offers require recipients to send rather large amounts of money to recipients, in the U.S. or elsewhere. You may think it is ludicrous to think that one could be duped into doing so. But I can assure you that I have seen many examples of intelligent, educated people doing just that, and sometimes doing it over and over again, each time expecting a better and different result. But in the end, these people have been duped, and nothing is coming.

Elder Law …by Michael A. Pyle

Whenever you receive an offer, please safeguard your private information. Remember, if it seems to be too good to be true, it is likely neither good nor true.

Nothing is free. Hang up. Do not reply to the mail or e-mail. Do not click or open an attachment via e-mail unless you are absolutely certain it was really sent by somebody you know.

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Father’s Day Remembered

by George Goldtrap

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hicagoan Harry C. Meek is sometimes credited with starting Father’s Day in 1920, but history shows the special day actually predates Mr. Meek by almost 10 years. The creation of this national event actually began with a grateful daughter seeking a unique way to honor her father—William Smart, a Civil War veteran, widower, and father of six children. The result? On June 19, 1910, Father’s Day was born. In 1924 President Calvin Coolidge supported the idea of making it a national holiday, and in 1966 President Lyndon Johnson made the 3rd Sunday of June the official day. Like any such celebration, tradition and commercialization soon became a factor.

If your father is living it is traditional to wear a red rose—just ask the Floral Association. Department stores recommend a nice tie, whereas the Bar-B-Q Fellowship recommends a cook-out where Dad does the cooking. Whatever your preferred activities, its not a bad idea to reflect on your father’s contribution to your life. If you are a father, it might make you more aware of your own responsibilities and opportunities.

Whether you are the father, or the child, the day might best be honored with a hug and an expression of love and appreciation. These are always available most anywhere.

In my own case, I’m very fortunate.

Not only did I have a loving father. I became one. The laws of nature gave Peg and me three sons. When it became obvious that a daughter was not to be, we sought one out and she became a delightful addition to our family. (I’m reminded of a famous Walter Winchell quote: “One of my children is adopted but I can never remember which one.”)

As a father I couldn’t be prouder of my children. Each has chosen a life path with which they are comfortable and challenged. Each has found a mate who shares their values and goals. Each is a contributor to their community and each occasionally returns to the nest to remind me that life is good. If you are a parent you’ll forgive my pride. If you don’t—that’s tough!

My own father has been gone many years. Gone, but not forgotten. I’m not the type who visits gravesites, though I certainly understand the sentiment of those who do. I don’t need that to conjure up delightful memories. They are forever burned in my heart.

My birth was preceded by that of six girls, one of whom did not live long.

My father always said he was a wealthy man. He had five daughters each worth

a million dollars. When I was born, 10 years after the last girl and 50 years into my father’s life, he said that, with the addition of a $5 million dollar son, he was now worth $10 million. Mother, at 39 wasn’t quite as thrilled but agreed with Dad that Caboose would be a good and proper name for me.

Happy Talk …by George & Peggy Goldtrap

I was off to a good start. Both my parents worked but I never felt any ill consequences. Togetherness did not have to be manufactured in our house. It was the rule. Breakfast every morning, supper every evening, a movie every Friday, backyard ball games followed by ice cream every Saturday, Sunday school and church every Sunday, and a pro-ball game on summer, Sunday afternoons.

In the summertime it was working with Dad through the week, fishing, trips to the circus, and a family vacation to the Smokies or the Rockies. In the fall to the east Tennessee hills to visit relatives. We were not wealthy, but leftover money was saved and then directed to some worthwhile family event. As I grew older I trailed along behind Dad on business calls, civic club meetings, and church events without an inkling of the importance of such time. Forty years later with offspring of my own, the light came on.

Having spent so many years on stage in one entertainment venue or another, I’ve been exposed to a lot of grand opportunities, in various parts of the nation and globe. I treasure them all, but second to the opportunity to hold a newborn family member in my arms and to kiss my wife thank you. Or, to walk down the aisle with my daughter, dressed as a bride and experience her eventual motherhood, and grand-motherhood.

Yes, I confess to having lived a charmed life with a delightful family, both as a child, as a husband, and as a father. I fully recognize that not everyone is that fortunate. If I could correct that I would. I cannot celebrate Father’s Day for everyone in the world, but I can celebrate it for myself, and I fully intend to—with pride!

Have I shown you the pictures of my grandchildren? ST

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

Failed Christmas Caper

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don’t know about you, but it seems to me that there are a lot of depressed folks around. It seems that between the economy and people worrying about their jobs there is certainly plenty of stuff to be concerned about. One of the ways that I cope with worry is to think about the good things or, in my case, the near misses.

So I think a story about my brother Eddie would be appropriate. Eddie was an unusual child as I have said many times before. He had a tendency to take the mundane and turn it into a three-ring circus. Eddie had a rough start and I’m sure that had a lot to do with our relationship growing up. He was born two months premature and spend several months in an incubator before they would let him come home.

Well, being the big brother seemed, at the time, something that I looked forward to becoming. There were a couple of problems that came along that I had not expected.

For four Christmases (Eddie was in the hospital on his first Christmas) all of the presents under the tree were mine, however by the fifth Christmas only half of the presents were mine.

One year for Christmas, when I was about eight years old, our mother took Eddie and me to visit our grandmother Mada Sawyer who was living in Eustis, Florida at the time. I helped my mother load the presents in the car and as usual Eddie and I had exactly the same number of presents. This did not include those things from Santa Claus that I was not privy to at the time.

I managed to get my hands on some of those little name tags and changed all but one of Eddie’s presents to my name. Of course my handwriting was nothing like my mother’s, but at the time it seemed like a great idea.

It was our family custom to open presents on Christmas Eve and have Santa come on Christmas morning. That night all of the adults were in the dining room talking after supper. Eddie and I went in and asked if we could open our presents and were told that we could not until everyone could watch us. I asked if we could go ahead and

divide them up and our mother said we could. So Eddie and I went into the living room, and since I could read, I told Eddie I would hand them out. There was probably 15 or so wrapped presents under the tree.

I found Eddie’s and gave it to him. Then I piled all the remaining presents on my side

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of the room. Each time I would pick up a present and say something to the effect, “Oh, here’s another one with my name on it.” To Eddie’s dismay my stack was continuing to get larger while he had only one present. Of course, I was gloating over the number of presents I had and comparing it to the one he had. In disbelief he came over to look at the name tags (he could not read well at this point) and I showed him my name on all of the presents in my stack.

Somewhere from deep inside Eddie came this gutteral sound like I had never heard before and within a second the room was full of Eddie’s crying. You would have thought I was trying to kill him the way the adults came running into the room. It took a few minutes to calm him down. I do not know why it never dawned on me that adults would figure out my little scheme.

There were aunts and uncles who offered to give me a good spanking. All of them chastised me for such a trick. However, to my relief my mother sent me to bed and the last thing I remember seeing was Eddie eating a chocolate ice cream cone.

One thing about that Christmas I do remember was getting back home and a swing set was in the yard. Not to be outdone by the failed Christmas present caper, I told Eddie that the swing set was mine and he needed my permission to get on it. That’s another story. ST

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To Your Good Health Alzheimer’s Is Common Type Of Dementia Dear Dr. Donohue: What is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's disease? Are they the same?

—M.J. Answer: Dementia is an encompassing word that includes many different conditions. Those conditions have some similar features that indicate an impairment or loss of important mental functions. The inability to retain new information, getting lost in familiar surroundings, difficulty choosing the proper words to express oneself, trouble doing simple arithmetic like adding and subtracting, the failure to recognize close relatives and friends, and showing poor judgment are signs of dementia.

Alzheimer's disease, Pick's disease, vascular dementia (dementia due to many small strokes), dementia with Lewy bodies and frontotemporal dementia are but a few of the dementia illnesses. Each of these illnesses has special features that set it apart from the other dementing conditions.

Alzheimer's disease is the most common kind of dementia. People often use dementia when they mean Alzheimer's disease. It's best to give the exact name for the illness that is causing mental deterioration.

The booklet on Alzheimer's disease provides the signs and symptoms of this illness. Readers who would like a copy can obtain one by writing: Dr. Donohue—No. 903W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S. /$6 Canada with the recipient's printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery.

Dear Dr. Donohue: What has happened to the appendix? I never hear about appendicitis anymore. Has the operation gone out of fashion? Or is there some other way to deal with it?

—R.P.

Answer: The appendix is still where it always has been, dangling down from the first part of the colon on the lower right side. Long thought not to have any purpose, it does appear to add to immune defenses and seems to produce products useful for the development of the fetus.

We do well without it, though.

Appendicitis has not gone out of fashion. It happens with the same regularity it always has. The age group most likely to suffer from it is the group between 10 and 19. Around 250,000 appendectomies are done yearly in the United States.

Newer developments in the diagnosis of appendicitis include CT scans and ultrasound. Many surgeons use a laparoscope to remove it. It's a viewing instrument passed into the abdomen through a small incision. Instruments also are inserted through similar small incisions.

Dear Dr. Donohue: I don't think my problem will impress you, but here I go.

I refuse to wear a bathing suit in the summer because of all the spider veins on my legs, especially in the area of the ankles. How are they gotten rid of?

I heard that tea bags work. Do they?

—E.L. Answer: I'm not familiar with tea bags for spider veins.

Other treatments do work well. Lasers can obliterate them. So can sclerotherapy. A doctor injects these tiny veins with a solution that causes them to wither and dry up. I'm sure you won't have trouble finding a doctor who does these procedures. If you do have trouble, ask your family doctor for a referral. ST Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

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Why Is Good Posture Important?

by Jack Verhees, P.T.

W

hen it comes to posture, your mother did know best. Her frequent reminders to stand up straight and stop slouching were good advice.

Correct posture is a simple but very important way to keep the many intricate structures in the back and spine healthy.

It obviously goes beyond cosmetics, since maintaining a correct posture goes hand in hand with preventing back pain and neck pain. This is extra important for people who spend many hours sitting in an office chair or standing throughout the day.

Good posture helps maintain your gentle natural spinal curves, while poor posture does the opposite. It will exaggerate these curves and will lead to a forward head posture, rounding of the shoulders, and a sway back. Stay too long in this position and even if you wanted to, you would not be able to correct the posture anymore without some extensive help.

Good standing posture When standing, keep these tips in mind: • Hold your chest high. • Slide your chin slightly back. • Keep your shoulders back and relaxed. • Pull in your abdomen and buttocks. • Keep your feet parallel. • Balance your weight evenly on both feet.

• Make sure your knees are relaxed, not locked.

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Acupuncture & Physical Therapy If you notice that you have a hard time to accomplish this above described good posture, you probably tend to slouch or stoop frequently, forcing your muscles and ligaments to struggle to keep you balanced, which will lead to fatigue, back pain, headaches, and other problems.

Slouching also compresses your diaphragm, which leads to improper breathing and insufficient oxygen intake.

Correcting your posture, and as a result getting enough oxygen to your tissue, helps to relax muscles and prevents stress from building up in the muscles, especially the muscles of the neck and back.

So if you recognize some of these problems, don’t despair, there is help available for you. Physical Therapists are very experienced in diagnosing your posture correction needs, as well as correcting it.

If you have questions or need more information, please call 386-898-0908.

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—Dr. Ingris, Veterinarian “I had extreme pain down my back, buttocks and legs all the way down to my ankles. After acupuncture treatments with Dr. Phan, I am now pain free and able to do daily activities. A non-drug, non-surgical solution— acupuncture has been a tremendous help for my sciatic pain.”

—Dr. Romaniello, DMD “I had a nerve compression on my neck which disabled me from turning left or right. Because of the severe neck pain, I could not drive nor sleep comfortably. Dr. Phan’s acupuncture treatments resolved my neck condition.

I am now pain free.”

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Natural Approach For Arthritis Pain

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ccording to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, arthritis affects more than 25 million people in the United States. It leads to 750,000 hospitalizations and causes disabilities for 8 million people costing $51 billion in medical and $86 billion in total costs each year. It is clearly a problem; medically and financially.

The most common forms of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. The most prevalent is osteoarthritis accounting for approximately 80 percent of cases. This type is a degenerative joint condition that results in pain, inflammation, swelling, stiffness, redness, and immobility. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition with symptoms including inflammation, pain, swelling, warmth, stiffness, and restriction of motion. In the late stage, severe joint deformity and permanent disability may occur.

Arthritic affects the mind as well affecting each sufferer’s quality of living. The pain can be unrelenting, which in turn can lead to anxiety, depression, fatigue, and loss of sleep. Research states that receiving acupuncture therapy, moderate exercise, and eating a

healthy diet greatly helps patients decrease symptoms. Acupuncture stimulates specific acupoints optimizing

Acupuncture & Skin Care …by Dr. Lorenzo Phan DOM, A.P.

the body’s ability to heal, resulting in blood vessel dilation, endorphin release, nerve supply improvement, decrease in swelling, pain relief, and increased range of motion. Early treatment is the best solution to prevent progression.

The National Institute of Health recommends acupuncture therapy for arthritic pain because of its effectiveness and safety compared to many drugs and medical procedures. For details, consult a Doctor of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture Physician who has experience in treating chronic arthritis.

Lorenzo Phan is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture Physician at Acupuncture & Skin Care Clinic in Ormond Beach. Contact him for a free consultation at 386-615-1203.

Books Let’s Pretend This Never Happened Reviewed by Ealish Waddell ans of Jenny Lawson's online alterego The Bloggess are already familiar with her unconventional sense of humor, and in this lively new memoir, she tries to explain how she got that way. Raised in a violently rural Texas town, many of the most unforgettable moments of Lawson's early life are furnished by her unpredictable dad, a taxidermist, animal rescuer and armadillo-racing champion.

In a series of cringingly hilarious vignettes, Lawson lets us in on what it's like inside a deer, the challenges of being the only Goth girl in a high-school full of 4Hers, and how traumatic it is to get your arm stuck in the ladyparts of a cow. We learn the precise difference between Jesus and a zombie, why you can't trust a pug with chicken, and how to get a spider monkey out of the walls. (Pumas are involved.)

Rambling and exuberant, Lawson's memoir is like the paper equivalent of shooting the breeze with your wittiest girlfriend over a pitcher or four of margaritas. With chapter titles like And Then I Snuck A Dead Cuban Alligator On An Airplane and Just To Clarify: We Don't Sleep With Goats, you can bet that the stories are going to be pretty entertaining. For those who have not been introduced to Beyonce The Giant Metal Chicken, that tale alone is worth the cover price.

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Beneath the humor, Lawson is un- afraid to reveal the less-appealing aspects of her psyche. Her willingness to discuss her lifelong struggles with anxiety disorder and depression are brave in a culture that often stigmatizes mental illness, and highs and lows in her life are presented with equal weight and candor. Ironically, you could say that the moral of Let's Pretend This Never Happened is the opposite of its title: Those moments you long to forget are the ones that make you who you are. ST Books reviewed in this column are available at your local bookstore.

My Goombas… A Dream Come True Special to Seniors Today

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ears of dedication, hard work, and determination have brought the Collazo family to the dream they have envisioned—owning their own restaurant.

From humble beginnings in “Da Bronx, New York” the Collazo family migrated south. With a growing family of four children they decided to move to Florida and call it home! They settled their family in Palm Coast, and now are anticipating the grand opening of their new restaurant, My Goombas in Ormond Beach.

Joe and Margo Collazo—high school sweethearts—traveled the United States in the restaurant industry from New York to Hawaii. Together they have operated some of the nation’s largest, national restaurant chains. As many know, the restaurant business is hard work—typically long hours and seven days a week. The family is now realizing all the years of hard work and the fruits of their labors—their dream is coming true.

The Collazos have taken all their years of cooking experience, gathered their favorite family recipes, and now would like to invite you to join them in enjoying delicious Italian food at their table.

“Much thought has gone into creating our menu,” states Joe Collazo. “My Goombas will offer pizza, pasta, and various Italian dishes all with very competitive pricing.

We will cater to a family atmosphere and kid friendly environment so as to attract a wide variety of age groups. In addition to having dinner in our lovely dining room, take-out and delivery will be available as well.”

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“In Italian Goomba means close friend or confidant,” states Collazo. “To be a Goomba you must demonstrate love, loyalty, and unconditional friendship. When deciding on a name for our restaurant all we could think of were the years we had been together and the many faithful and trustworthy Goombas we had made.”

The Collazo family are now looking forward to their new opportunity to become your Goomba right here in Ormond Beach!

My Goombas, 298 South Nova Road, Ormond Beach will celebrate its grand opening on June 18th. Hours are of operation are Sunday–Thursday, 11 A.M. to 10 P.M. and Friday and Saturday from 11 A.M. to 11 P.M. For information, call 386-3108705 or visit mygoomasfl.com

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Section B June 8, 2012 Tails From The Front

by Tyler Stover

after adopting a pet. All pets adopted from Halifax Humane Society are spayed or neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, and receive a registered microchip. Hurry to Halifax Humane Society to meet your new best friend while the promotion lasts! ST

n recent weeks, you may have heard or read about the increasing cat population in Central Florida, especially due to this year’s warmer winter. In response to the rising number of cats entering shelters, Halifax Humane Society is now introducing another program to help combat the rising pet population.

With the help of a grant from Petco Foundation, Halifax Humane Society is currently offering spay/neuter surgeries at its Redinger Clinic for just $20. In addition, vaccination shots and a registered microchip will be included at no additional cost. This combination of services normally would cost

upwards of $100! This special price is good for both cats and dogs, regardless of weight or gender, and pet owners everywhere are eligible.

By sterilizing your pet at the Redinger Spay/Neuter Clinic, you not only help control the pet population, but also improve the health and behavior of your pet. Sterilized pets have a lower risk of cancer, and are at less risk of the dangers associated with roaming. When performed early, spay/ neuter surgeries can also curb many aggression issues.

The Redinger Clinic is located at 600 Mason Avenue in Daytona Beach. Surgeries are available by appointment only. To sched-

ule an appointment for your pet, please call the Redinger Clinic at 386-310-4935.

As a state-of-the-art clinic that specializes exclusively in high-volume sterilization, the Redinger Clinic does not provide medical or wellness care. You can learn more by visiting RedingerClinic.org Pets For People Offers Free Adoptions To Seniors For a limited time, seniors 60 and older can adopt pets age 1 or older for free at Halifax Humane Society! The Purina Pets for People™ program helps find homes for pets by sponsoring the adoption fees on dogs or cats for seniors. Adopters will also receive a high-value coupon from Purina

Tyler Stover is the Community Outreach Director of the Halifax Humane Society in Daytona Beach. He can be reached at 386-274-4703, ext. 320, or at tstover@halifaxhumanesociety.org

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by Larry Cox Q: I have a tire ashtray that I think is probably from the 1930s. Are these ashtrays collectible?

—Carl, Dayton, Ohio A: Most of the tire ashtrays that I've seen being offered for sale were originally given away as premiums by service stations, tire manufacturers and garages. The earliest styles were crafted of glass circled by a miniature rubber tire. On the tire is embossed the name of the company. Ashtrays of this type produced before about 1950 are especially collectible. Typical prices are Goodrich Double Eagle, $125; Firestone Deluxe Champion, $45; Zenith, $40; and Jetzon, $20. As with most collectibles, condition is extremely important.

For non-smokers, some of the ashtrays were issued that featured a pin tray. *** Q: My mom collected Avon bottles, and I have inherited them. I know nothing about Avon and current values. Can you help me?

— Susan, Stigler, Oklahoma A: The California Perfume Company was founded in 1886 and the Avon line was not introduced until about 40 years later.

Collecting the earlier items is still competitive, but ones issued after about 1960

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have little or no value to serious enthusiasts.

After monitoring eBay for several days, I still believe that the Avon market has softened. There are several guidebooks available at amazon.com but you should take the prices listed in them with some caution. For example, one guide lists a Nile Blue Bath Urn for $15, but it sells for about $5. *** Q: I have a reverse painting on glass identified as Scene In Scotland. Any information you give me would be appreciated.

—Barbara, Sun City, Arizona A: Such paintings were especially popular during the early 20th century. They were painted by a variety of artists; some signed their work, and others did not. Paintings on glass of this type generally sell in the $50 to $100 range depending on subject matter, condition, and desirability. ST

Write to Larry Cox in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to questionsforcox@aol.com Due to the large volume of mail he receives, Mr. Cox is unable to personally answer all reader questions. Do not send any materials requiring return mail.

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Jun. 29 • Airboat Ride! Enjoy a thrilling experience along the headwaters of the Central Florida Everglades. $89.

Jul. 27 • Shopping Orlando Style!

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lose your eyes and imagine a pan of muffins coming out of the oven now—doesn't it make you smile with pleasure just thinking about it?! Well, wait until you bite into this. Whether it's for breakfast, lunch, or snacks, you'll be smiling from ear to ear!

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⁄2 cup fat-free milk ⁄4 cup reduced-fat creamy peanut butter 1 tablespoon no-fat sour cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 egg or equivalent in egg substitute 11⁄2 cups reduced-fat biscuit baking mix Sugar substitute to equal 1⁄4 cup sugar, suitable for baking 1

1. Preheat oven to 375 F. Spray 8 wells of a 12-hole muffin pan with butter-flavored cooking spray or line with paper liners.

2. In a large bowl, combine milk, peanut butter, sour cream, vanilla ex-

tract, and egg. Add baking mix and sugar substitute. Mix gently to combine. Evenly spoon batter into prepared muffin wells.

3. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Place muffin pan on a wire rack and let set for 5 minutes. Remove muffins and continue cooling on wire rack. Serves 8. ST Each serving equals: 145 calories, 5g fat, 5g protein, 20g carb., 317mg of sodium, 1g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 1 1⁄2 Starch, 1⁄2 Fat.

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Fibromyalgia And Exercise

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ibromyalgia, which stands for: fibro-fibrous tissues (such astendons and ligaments), myo—muscles and algia—pain, has been shown to affect about five million Americans, thanks to recent studies.

Unfortunately, despite continual research, its exact cause remains unknown.

The major symptoms of fibromyalgia are chronic widespread body pain, restless sleep, and fatigue. Because of this general ill feeling, patients reduce their exercise and become out of shape, which eventually leads to increased pain, fatigue, and weight gain.

For patients with fibromyalgia, the overall goal of an exercise program is to improve general fitness by increasing muscle strength, endurance, and flexibility and cardiovascular endurance, all while improving emotional well being and functional status. This can be attained with certain types of exercise in specific intensity, frequency, quantity, duration, and progression.

Because strength training, such as weight training, generally puts greater stress on muscles and their surrounding tissue, and requires longer periods of rest between exercises, it should be performed two to three times per week with 48-72 hours between sessions. However, cardiovascular exercise, such as walking, can be performed even daily along with flexibility exercises.

As a rule, an exercise program consists of a warm-up, an exercise, and a cool down period. For example, the first month of an exercise regime could include 5-10

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minutes of walking, followed by 5-10 minutes of light strength training and 510 minutes of stretching and cooling down. People who are new to exercise, especially those with FMS, should keep an initial low impact pace, with a gradual increase in effort level over time.

Where Does It Hurt?

by Dr. Yong Tsai

On the flip side, exercising too much can aggravate FMS and induce a failure cycle in which the patient abandons their much-needed exercise. Excessive pain or fatigue lasting more than 24 hours is a clear sign that you over did it, which often requires a significant reduction in exercise intensity until the flare-up subsides.

I’ve often heard “I joined the gym to exercise, but I only feel worse. I’ve failed!”

Unfortunately, the mere fact that it is not common for fitness trainers to know that FMS patients, despite looking healthy on the outside, cannot tolerate an average work-out, can actually be harmed by general exercise.

The key is not only to exercise, but to implement an exercise regime tailor-made to you're your FMS needs with the help of your physician and/or a specialized trainer.

Beware of the one-size-fits-all exercise plans.

For more information, please call Dr. Tsai at 386-676-0307.

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This Is A Hammer Contractor Fraud

by Samantha Mazzotta Q: I'd like to hire a contractor to make some repairs to my garage, but I hear a lot of stories these days about handymen who overcharge, don't do the work promised or otherwise cheat customers. How can I make sure I get what I pay for?

—Clarence T., Philadelphia A: There are several things you can do to make sure a contractor is legitimate, that the work will be done on time and to your satisfaction, and that unpleasant surprises won't crop up later. Here are tips to keep in mind: • Take your time deciding: Unless the repair is an emergency, you have the luxury of getting more than one estimate from more than one contractor. Get at least three quotes before deciding.

• Check with the Better Business Bureau to see if any complaints were lodged against the contractor and how the contractor responded to those complaints.

• Ask the contractor if you can contact past customers about his work.

• Ask for the contractor's license, as well as proof of workers compensation insurance.

• Get everything in writing: A statement of when the work will begin and end, how much materials will cost and what materials will be used, how much labor is involved

and what that will cost, whether permits will be required, and whether the work must meet building codes.

• Do not allow work to begin until you have signed a contract you both agree on.

• Never pay in advance, and do not pay in cash: write a check or use a credit card • Insist on inspecting all work yourself (or have a representative inspect it for you) before providing the final payment.

If a problem crops up during or after the repair job, try to resolve the issue with the contractor first. Reputable contractors will try to make it right. If you can't resolve the problem or can't find the contractor, you can lodge a complaint with the BBB or contact your state or city's consumer protection department. ST Home Tip: Word of mouth is still the best way to find a good contractor. Ask neighbors, family and friends if there's a contractor they can recommend.

Send your questions, comments, and tips to ask@thisisahammer.com or you may write This Is A Hammer, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

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For The Week Of June 11

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A stubborn refusal to go ahead on a project mystifies colleagues who expected more flexibility. Once you explain your position, they'll even applaud you.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A relationship seems to be stuck in the same place. Now it's up to you to decide how far you want it to go and how intense you want it to be.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A relationship progresses more slowly than you would prefer. Insist on a frank and open discussion. What is learned could change minds and, maybe, hearts.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) It's all right to be grateful to a workplace colleague who has done you a good turn. Gratitude shouldn't be a life-long obligation. It’s time to break this cycle.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) It's going to be especially nice to be the King of the Zodiac at this time. A recent money squeeze eases. Plans start to work out, and new friends enter.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Before you make a commitment on any level (personal, professional, legal), get all the facts. There might be hidden problems that could cause trouble later on.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Personal relationships improve. Professional prospects also brighten. A job offer could come through by month's end.

An old friend seeks to make contact.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Your senses detect that something is not quite right about a matter involving a workplace colleague. Follow your keen instincts and don't get involved.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) A prospect offers rewards, but it also demands that you assume a great deal of responsibility. Knowing you, you're up to the challenge, so go for it.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) A favor you did a long time ago is repaid, as a trusted colleague steps in to help you with a suddenly expanded workload. A family member has news.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) A new job offer could require moving across the country. Before you let your doubts determine your decision, learn more about the potentials involved.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Your sense of fair play doesn't allow you to rush to judgment about a friend who might have betrayed you. Good! Because all the facts are not yet in. ST

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“Keep frosting looking glossy—with your hair dryer. Give the whole cake a once over holding the hair dryer about 710 inches away from the frosting and set on high. It will soften the frosting, giving the cake a just-made look.”

—R.L. in California Remove hard-water stains and mineral deposits from your showerhead with this trick: Fill a zip-lock baggie halfway with warm vinegar. Immerse your showerhead in the baggie and secure it to the pipe with a rubber band. Let it hang for an hour or

so, then release the bag and scrub the showerhead with a soft toothbrush.

You might not have a blackboard in your home, but keep a clean blackboard eraser around to get streaks off of freshly cleaned windows. It works really well in the car, too!

Change your air filter to save money this summer. Be sure to change it once a month all year aroud to keep your air conditioner working at its most efficient. ST Send your tips to Now Here's a Tip, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475 or e-mail JoAnn at heresatip@yahoo.com

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On June 11, 1509, King Henry VIII of England marries Catherine of Aragon, the first of six wives he will have in his lifetime. When Catherine failed to produce a male heir, Henry divorced her against the will of the Roman Catholic Church.

On June 15, 1877, Henry Ossian Flipper, born a slave in Thomasville, Georgia, in 1856, becomes the first black cadet to graduate from the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York. Flipper was never spoken to by a white cadet during his four years at West Point.

On June 16, 1884, the first roller coaster in America opens at Coney Island, in Brooklyn, N.Y. Known as a switchback railway, it traveled approximately 6 mph and cost a nickel to ride.

On June 12, 1942, Anne Frank, a young Jewish girl living in Amsterdam, receives a diary for her 13th birthday. A month later, she and her family went into hiding from the Nazis in rooms behind her father's office. Anne's

diary, detailing their two years in hiding, was published in 1947.

On June 14, 1951, the U.S. Census Bureau dedicates UNIVAC, the world's first commercially produced electronic digital computer. UNIVAC, which stood for Universal Automatic Computer, used thousands of vacuum tubes for computation and was the forerunner of today's digital computer.

On June 13, 1966, the Supreme Court hands down its decision in Miranda v.

Arizona, establishing the principle that all criminal suspects must be advised of their rights before interrogation. The roots of the Miranda decision go back to 1963 when Ernesto Miranda confessed to a crime and later recanted, unaware that he didn't have to say anything.

On June 17, 1972, five of President Richard Nixon's re-election employees are arrested for burglary in the Democratic National Committee headquarters.

An investigation unveiled a scheme of espionage designed to discredit Democratic candidates. Equipment used had been borrowed from the CIA. ST

Pet Care Bobcat Fever Is Cat Killer

by Sam Mazzotta

Dear Paw’s Corner: I recently began hearing reports about something called bobcat fever, which affects cats.

What is this disease, and how can I keep my cat safe?

—Darlene G., Kansas City, MO Dear Darlene: Bobcat fever, scientifically known as cytauxzoonosis, is a serious illness that has spread across the United States in recent years. It affects cats—not only domesticated cats, but wildcats and even tigers—and has a high mortality rate. It doesn’t affect dogs.

Bobcat fever is spread through bites from infected ticks: A tick first bites and sucks blood from an already-infected cat, drops off then bites and infects another cat.

Leah Cohn, a University of Missouri veterinarian, said healthy outdoor cats are most at risk. The disease acts very quickly and can kill a cat less than a week after it begins to show signs of being sick, so it is important to get treatment from a veterinarian as soon as the cat appears ill.

How can you keep your cat safe?

Keep it indoors. If your cat must be outdoors, make sure it is treated regularly for fleas and ticks or wears a flea/tick collar. If your cat shows signs of illness —sluggishness and/or refusal to eat— or if you discover a tick on its fur or skin, contact your veterinarian immediately.

Cohn recently developed a more effective treatment for bobcat fever, which increased the survival rate for cats affected by this illness from less than 25 percent to nearly 60 percent. She also is doing research toward a vaccine for bobcat fever. In the meantime, prevention is the best medicine for this deadly disease. ST

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Senior Service Line Keep Driving Longer

by Matilda Charles

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ew of us want to even contemplate giving up driving, but we should. We should think long and hard because there are steps we can take to help us keep driving longer.

The American Automobile Association has put together a website full of valuable information for us: www.seni ordriving.aaa.com There you'll learn how to: • Evaluate your driving ability: a 15question self-rating tool, interactive driving evaluation, and links to getting a professional assessment.

• Understand your mind and body changes: As we age, our vision and hearing might not be as good as they once were. The medications we take can affect us, too. Our reaction times can slow, but there are ways to learn to overcome that.

• Improving driving skills: Everyday driving can become challenging for us as we age, and unexpected situations can be downright dangerous. Click on the sections with tips for handling both

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everyday and unexpected situations on the road. Don't miss the link to driverimprovement courses, especially the AAA's Senior Defensive Driving Program. You can even take the class online from home!

• Maintaining mobility and independence: One of the best things we can do to keep driving longer is to stay physically and mentally fit. Click on the physical fitness techniques link. AAA has a series of stretches and exercises designed to improve neck, shoulder, trunk, back, and overall flexibility. When you consider all the twisting and turning involved in getting in and out of the car and bending to put groceries in the trunk, it makes sense that we'll do better if we stay limber.

If you don't have a computer, have a friend print out the brochures under Tools & Additional Resources. ST Write Matilda Charles in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or email to columnreply@gmail.com

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eople say I was born standing up and haven't relaxed since.

I was a nervous, worried child who often broke out in hives over things other children seemed to take in stride. I was desperately anxious to please people, and failure resulted in crushing self-recrimination. When I was 5 years old and forced to play a difficult piece of music in a piano recital, I was terrified of not playing it well. I walked across the stage and became violently ill, putting an end to the recital before I'd played one note. A few years later I was in a school play and the bright footlights blinded me—I walked off the stage and took a nosedive into the audience.

I avoided people as much as possible because I believed people were the cause of my stress. Of course, that didn't work. I still had stress in my life, but now I was lonely as well.

One day when I was walking to the store, I tripped on the curb and fell onto my knees. An elderly man came to my aid, helped me to my feet and asked if I was hurt.

“No, I think I'm alright. I'm just shaken up and a little embarrassed,” I said. “Well, if you didn't break your knees, then it isn't the end of the world, is it? There's no reason to be embarrassed. We all fall down sometimes.

You're okay,” he said, and walked away.

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Strange But True Dog Causes War?

by Samantha Weaver

It was British mathematician, philosopher and social critic Bertrand Russell who made the following sage observation: “Every advance in civilization has been denounced as unnatural while it was recent.”

If you're like most adults, you have approximately 1,000 hairs per square inch of your scalp. That might seem like a lot, but consider the otter: Its 1 million hairs per square inch of skin make it the owner of the densest fur in the world.

Before the 19th century, it was declasse to wear clothing with pockets.

All the well-dressed members of the upper classes had servants to carry things for them.

The next time you're out for a walk in the country, kneel down and scoop up a cupful of soil. You might be surprised to learn that that single cup of dirt could hold more bacteria than there are people on the planet.

Those who study such things say that more Frisbee-type discs are sold every year in the U.S. than footballs, baseballs, and basketballs combined.

People sometimes fight over the silliest things. Countries, too. For example, in 1925, Greece and Bulgaria were at war for 10 days, all because of a dog. Evidently, tensions were high in October of that year, when a Greek soldier's dog ran away from him— across the border. The soldier chased his dog into Bulgaria, where he was shot dead by a sentry. In retaliation, the Greek army invaded, and the League of Nations had to step in to restore order to the region.

There is a species of frog found in Indonesia that breathes entirely through its skin; it has no lungs at all. ST

Thought For The Day: “Everyone, in some small sacred sanctuary of the self, is nuts.”

—Leo Rosten

Veteran’s Post Prosthetic Limb Study

by Freddie Groves

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he House Committee on Veterans Affairs asked the VA Office of Inspector General to review and evaluate how services are being provided to veterans who have had amputations. The study was limited to 838 veterans discharged from active service after Operation Enduring Freedom/Operation Iraqi Freedom/Operation New Dawn.

Here's what it found: • The majority were between the ages of 22 and 25, enlisted male veterans.

• The rates of some disorders increased after discharge. Anxiety disorders rose from 42 percent to 61 percent.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder rates increased from 31 percent to 58 percent.

Alcohol disorders rose from 7 percent to 11 percent. Drug disorders, however, and adjustment disorders decreased.

• Veterans with upper limb amputations didn't fare as well as those with lower limb amputations in terms of psychosocial adjustment, physical ability, and prosthetic satisfaction.

• Veterans with amputations and prostheses are significant users of Department of Veterans Affairs health services, and not just for the prostheses: 99 percent use VA health care for all medical needs.

The comments at the end of the report are telling. One veteran commented on the lengthy process to get a prosthesis made by an outside vendor and have the VA approve and pay for it. Another makes his own repairs to his prostesis to cut through the VA red tape. Another veteran goes out of his way to avoid using VA care, saying most of the staff doesn't understand upper limb amputations. Some veterans are waiting six months for an appointment and then have to travel long distances. Another has had a clothing issue for years and hadn't been able to get help until the OIG stepped in.

To read the 88-page report, go to va.gov and search for Prosthetic Limb Care in VA Facilities. ST Write to Freddy Groves in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or email to columnreply@gmail. com

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When you work and pay Social Security taxes, you earn credits toward Social Security benefits. If you were born in 1929 or later, you need 40 credits (10 years of work) to qualify for retirement benefits.

The amount of your benefit is determined by how long you work and how much you earn. Higher lifetime earnings result in higher benefits. If there were some years when you did not work or had low earnings, your benefit amount may be lower than if you had worked steadily or earned more.

Also, your age when you retire makes a difference in your benefit amount. The full retirement age (the age at which full retirement benefits are payable) has been gradually rising from age 65 to age 67. You can retire as early as age 62, but if benefits start before you reach your full retirement age, your monthly payment is reduced. Find out what your full retirement age is by referring to the chart in our publication, Retirement Benefits, at www.socialsecurity.gov/ pubs/10035.html It’s in the second section.

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Just as you can choose an early retirement and get a reduced payment, you also can choose to keep working beyond your full retirement age to take advantage of a larger payment. Your benefit will increase automatically by a certain percentage from the time you reach your full retirement age until you start receiving your benefits or until you reach age 70.

The decision of when to retire is an individual one and depends on a number of personal factors. To help you weigh the factors, we suggest you read our online fact sheet, When To Start Receiving Retirement Benefits, available at www.socialsecurity.gov/ pubs/10147.html You may want to consider your options by using our Retirement Estimator to get instant, personalized estimates of future benefits. You can plug in different retirement ages and scenarios to help you make a more informed retirement decision.Try it out at www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator The easiest and most convenient way to do it is right from your computer. Go to www.socialsecurity.gov where you can apply for retirement benefits in as little as 15 minutes. In most cases, there are no forms to sign or documents to send; once you submit your electronic application. ST You can call us toll-free at 1-800-7721213 (TTY, 1-800-325-0778) or visit the Social Security office nearest you.

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Thursday, June 28, noon: Donald Johnson, DPM, will talk about Healthy Feet And Ankles.

Maintaining mobility is important to an active lifestyle. Menu: Beef stew on noodles, cauliflower au gratin, rolls, and carrot cake for dessert. Reserve by 4 pm on Friday, June 22.

Thursday, July 26, noon: Physician Assistants Tammy Grayson and Lauren Donnelly will focus on Varicose Veins and the VNUS procedure to help your legs look and feel better. The summer picnic menu is: Fried chicken, picnic potato salad, corn, sliced tomatoes, corn bread, and apple cake for dessert. Reserve by 4 pm on Friday, July 20.

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Wednesday, June 6: Dolphin Discover Tour, New Smyrna Beach. Tour the Indian River Lagoon in an allweather pontoon boat. See abundant marine life of dolphins, birds, and other “critters” during the 2-hour guided tour. If you’d like to have lunch first, come to Merk’s between 11:30 and noon (cost not included).

Meet on the dock of the Marine Discovery Center boat dock at 1:30 pm for the trip. Cost: $20 per person.

Thursday, June 21 and Friday, June 22, 7 am to 4 pm: Dynamic Cookware event to benefit the hospital.

An amazing assortment of small kitchen appliances, cook sets, fry pans, grill pans, sauce pans, stock pots, bakeware, microwavable cookware, kitchen gadgets, tableware and linens, plus fragrances in the café annex. Cash and credit cards are welcome. Plan to enjoy lunch with a Premier Health discount (membership card required). Free valet parking at the front entrance.

Tuesday, July 17: International Trolley and Train Museum and Café Tu Tu Tango, Orlando. Even if trains are not your thing, this is an interesting exhibit to walk through. There is an outdoor garden, lights, sound, waterfalls, and tunnels. Many trains date back to the 1920s. Lunch will be your own expense as you and those at your table enjoy appetizer-sized dishes in this Spanish artist’s loft environment. They offer soup, salad, flatbread, pizza, fish, meat skewers, egg rolls, empanadas, cheeses, and more. It’s an adventure. Bus pick-ups: 9 am, Florida Hospital Flagler; 9:15 am, main campus; 9:30 am, Alliance Church, Daytona Beach; and 10 am, Park ‘N Ride, Orange City. Cost: $38.

Thursday, July 19: AARP Driver Safety, in the Medical Office Building (main campus) to refresh driving skills for folks age 50+. It includes all the material in one six-hour day. Cost: $12 for AARP members, $14 for nonmembers, and $5 for educators. Bring your AARP membership card. The class is 9 AM to 4 PM with a 45-minute lunch break. Bring lunch or purchase it in the hospital’s cafe. Register in advance.

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