Seniors Today August 3rd 2012

The Senior Newspaper Serving Volusia & Flagler Counties For 21 Years—COMPLIMENTARY COPY

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August 3, 2012

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ou’d think by now I would run out of something to say. It’s been more than a dozen years since I started writing for Seniors Today. The beautiful thing about writing is, you get to say what’s on your mind without interruption. How about that?

We are experiencing an extremely hot summer, one that causes us to look forward to September. After the deadly drought that left sandpits in our yards instead of the lovely green lawn, we have had sporadic rains… but not enough to give back what we lost. The greatest loss here was the 3-trunk palm in the front yard (that I called the Trinity Palm) Now what did I have on my mind? Oh, yes, it was to say thank you for your kind comments and encouragement. We’re coming upon September (the month of my unbirthday) and it gives me wistful thoughts and makes me want to tell those I care for, and those who care for me, how important they are. YOU are VERY important to me.

I wish Bob and Betty, my brother and his wife, special days to soar above all others. It has been a while since they had to say goodbye to their daughter, Gayle, and they’ve tried hard to get past their grief.

Betty’s way to continue on is as one of the busiest contributors to Facebook during this pre-election period and Bob was considering going back to college.

Gayle had gained the love and respect of many doctors, nurses, and friends. Her courage and bravery was unbelievable. At Gayle’s first hospitalization, my daughterin-law, Joy, introduced the family and friends to a website that dozens of people open their computers to each day. CaringBridge allows a loved one’s family and friends to share information regarding the injured or ill. It was a wonderful way to keep everyone informed on Gayle’s progress and it also allowed us to write her notes of love and encouragement like this:

You Name It …by Kitty Maiden

Angels come in packages of doctors, nurses, friends, Families appreciate those on whom their life depends.

A special tribute to them for their caring, sharing lifts With every move and action, they’re giving of their gifts.

Well, that was what I had on my mind.

You never know what you will find in the You Name It article.

Make the most of this long, hot summer.

Maybe it will start to cool down… come September. ST

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What’s Happening Around Town…

National Night Out Against Crime Once again the Port Orange Police Department will host the National Night Out Against Crime on Tues., Aug. 7 from 6–8 P.M. The night out is designed to heighten citizen’s awareness of crime prevention measures. There will be food and fun for all ages and the event is free and open to the public. Bring the grandkids and show your support.

Allergy Workshop Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Lorenzo Phan will hold a free seminar on acupuncture for allergy desensitization at The Acupuncture & Skin Care Clinic, 725 W. Granada Blvd., Ste. 15, Ormond Beach on Wed., Sept. 12 from 10 A.M. –12 P.M. and 2–4 P.M. The premise of NAET (Nambudripad Allergy Elimination Technique) is that many disorders such as migraines, back ache, joint pain, PMS, and indigestion, are caused by allergies within the body. Seating is limited. This is a one-time annual event.

Reservations are recommended. Free treatments by Dr. Lorenzo Phan will be demonstrated on all those who attend.

For additional information, and seat reservation, call at 386-615-1203 or visit the website Acubeautytherapy.com

Free Caregiver’s Days 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., Aug. 9; Sat., Sept. 15; and Thurs., Oct. 11 at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach. For information, call Sherry at 386-677-3581, ext. 311. This is a wonderful opportunity for caregivers to have a break and know that their loved ones are being cared for.

Leisure Services Whether you want to take a nature walk, see historic sites and sugar mills, learn more about the environment, or visit museums or cultural opportunities, Volusia County has it all. Volusia County Leisure Services recreation programs and facilities incorporate a theme that embraces environmental, cultural, heritage, and outdoor (ECHO) activities and sites. For more information contact Volusia County Leisure Services at 386-736-5953 in West Volusia; 386257-6000, ext. 5953 in Daytona Beach; or 386-423-3300, ext. 5953 in New Smyrna Beach. You can also find out more online at www.volusia.org/parks

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Workshop For Runners Come join this workshop by the movement experts and uncover weaknesses you didn’t know were holding you back. The workshop, presented by Randy Thomas, PT at Thomas Physical Therapy, 100 Professional Blvd., Daytona Beach on Tues., Aug. 21 from 5:30– 7 P.M. will offer manual muscle testing and an overview. Fee is just $10, however if you do not demonstrate any weakness your fee will be waived. Call 386-257-2672 to reserve your space.

Digestive Health Dr. Charng-Shen Wang will host a free seminar on benefits acupuncture for digestive health at ARC Acupuncture and Physical Therapy, 2501 S. Volusia Ave., Orange City, Wed., Aug. 22, 5:30 P.M. Dr. Wang will discuss success stories with a variety of digestion disorders and a healthy weight management program. Dr. Margo King, PhD, BS, MDS, Doctor of Naturology will be a guest speaker. Seating is limited. Please call Sandi at 386-675-8406 for additional information or to RVSP.

DeLand Book Sale The Friends of the Library will sell hardcover books and paperbacks in the DeLand Regional Library auditorium from 9:30 A.M. to 4:45 P.M., Fri., Aug. 10; and 9:30 A.M. to 3 P.M., Sat., Aug. 11. A pre-sale will be open for viewing at 3 P.M., Thurs., Aug. 9 and buyers can purchase books at pre-sale prices from 4 to 7:15 P.M. Hardbacks will be sold for $1 each, large paperbacks for 50 cents, and small paperbacks and magazines for 25 cents. For more details, call 386822-6430.

Outreach Dinner Open Arms is an outreach ministry for the blind and visually impaired in the Daytona Beach area. You are invited to a free dinner being offered at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona, on the second Saturday of every month from 4–6 P.M. Please call the church at 386-767-6542 one week prior to reserve your place.

N.A.R.V.R.E. National Association of Retired and Veteran Railroad Employees informs members of changes in the Railroad Retirement system that could affect the benefits or pension funds. Join us and stay informed. Our unit, # 70 meets at Duff's Original Buffet, 2400 South Ridgewood Ave., South Daytona at 11:30 A.M. on the second Wed. of each month from September through May. Call 386-428-9848 or 386-767-9086.

Learning, Living, & Laughing Series Bishop’s Glen, 900 LPGA Blvd., Holly Hill has a series of free seminars during the month of August and September. Some of the topics include: Legal Resources and Medline and Your Library on Friday, Aug. 10 at 11 A.M.; Caregivers Support Group on Wednesday, Aug. 15 at 1:30 P.M.; Do You Have Money In An IRA? on Monday, Aug. 17 at 11 A.M.; FaceBook 101 on Monday, Aug. 20 at 11 A.M.; Veterans Aid And Attendance Benefits Presentation on Fri., Aug. 31 at 11 A.M.; and An Open House at Bishop’s Glen to view new premium apartments with upgraded appliances and features on Sat., Sept. 1 from 10 A.M to 2 P.M. For other dates, times, topics, or to RSVP, call 386-226-9110.

Dispel Hospice Myths Do you have questions regarding Hospice and what is involved? Come to this seminar presented by Darlene Knight and hosted at Grand Villa, 535 N. Nova Road, Ormond Beach on Wed., August 15 at 11 A.M. that will dispel the myths about hospice. Some myths to be discussed include: Is Hospice just for cancer patients? Does Hospice mean giving up? Does Hospice hasten death?

The seminar is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. To be a guest, RSVP by Aug. 14 to 386868-0723.

Community Center The Nova Center, 440 N. Nova Rd. offers a wide variety of fitness and wellness activities, and a complete fitness room with nautilus equipment. Use of the center is free to Ormond residents with proof of residency and just $3.75 to non-residents. For more information, please call 386-676-3252.

Support Groups HAVOC HAVOC (Handicapped Adults Of Volusia County) meets the 1st Wednesday of the month from 1–3 P.M. at the Votran offices on Big Tree Road. We discuss and take action on disability issues. For details visit www.havocfl. com or call 386-334-7698.

Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experiences, strength, and hope.

The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees. Please call toll free, 888756-2930 for more information.

Changes To Power Of Attorney Law

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he law regarding durable powers of attorney changed dramatically on October 1, 2011. Many of the provisions in the new law affect only powers of attorney signed after October 1, but it is wise to execute a power of attorney following the new law in order to be certain the power of attorney will be honored. The highlights (some of which apply only to powers of attorney signed after October 1, 2011) are: 1. A power of attorney cannot be general. It must list every power that the agent is able to exercise.

2. Unless signed in a state that does not require witnesses, or signed as a military form, it must be signed by two witnesses.

3. It must be effective when signed; it cannot become enforceable upon a certification of incapacity.

4. Unless it says otherwise, a photocopy or electronically transmitted copy is as effective as the original.

5. Unless it says otherwise, if more than one agent is named, either can act alone.

6. Powers such as creating trusts; amending, revoking, or terminating trusts; making certain gifts; creating or changing rights of survivorship; creating or changing beneficiary designations; disclaiming rights to receive assets as beneficiary of estates or survivor annuity must be initialed by the person making the power of attorney.

7. If a third party rejects a power of attorney for a transaction authorized by the power, and for which the principal had authority, there are time limits to provide notice of rejection. If the third party improperly refuses to acknowledge a valid power, the third party can be liable for damages, attorney’s fees and costs.

Elder Law …by Michael A. Pyle

This statute represents significant changes in the law durable powers of attorney. While prior powers of attorney remain valid, there is a concern that a third party could refuse to honor an older one when they do not see the current requirements.

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Laughter For The Here After!

by George Goldtrap

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friend recently visited a clinic for his annual check up. His doctor concluded, “You're doing fine but you are getting older.”

“That's why I'm here, retorted my friend, Please see to it that I keep getting older.”

My wife says she's not getting older. She takes birthday control pills.

No one I know wants to die. We spend enormous energy and large sums to avoid it.

Death, sometimes accompanied by problems for the survivors, is often sad. You might conclude there’s never anything funny about dying. Don’t be so sure!

An inexperienced preacher was solemnly conducting his first funeral. Pointing to the body, he declared... what we have here is only a shell. The nut is already gone. I once visited a southern state funeral home with names for each parlor where bodies lay in repose. Posted clearly over one doorway was the name... ‘The Eternal Rest Room.’

America's premier humorist, Dr. Charlie Jarvis tells about a woman who had her name placed on her husband's headstone, because, as she put it, everything's in my name. You would be surprised how many funny headstones really exist. Here’s a few examples: Here lies Col. Brown Shot in battle by an enemy soldier.

‘Well Done Good and Faithful Servant’ Here lies Tom Stone Drowned in the waters of the sea.

‘By A Few Affectionate Friends’ Here lies Lucy Mann (unmarried) She lived an old Maid and died an old Mann

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W. C. Fields' headstone is purported to say... ‘All in all I'd rather be in Philadelphia.

Former President Reagan, after being shot, made good use of that line, from a hospital bed. He reportedly told his doctor, ‘all in all I'd rather be in Philadelphia.’

Johnny Carson's directed that his headstone should read... ‘I'll be right back.’

Maybe that one would be more appropriate for Shirley MacLaine. Mel Blanc left specific instructions for his headstone, which his son has since carried out. You guessed it... the headstone reads... ‘Tha Tha Tha, That's all folk's.’ One hypochondriac’s headstone reads... ‘I told you that I was sick.’

If you haven't purchased your headstone yet, you might be interested in this local classified ad... ‘For Sale, one used headstone. It’s a good buy—for anyone that is named Murphy.’

My wife once asked whether I wanted to be buried or cremated. I said, ‘Surprise me!’

Funerals can be funny as well. True story.

Two preacher friends of mine were once called upon at the last minute, by a funeral

director, to conduct a funeral as a team.

Unknown to either was the fact that neither was familiar with the family. Arriving from out of town, at the funeral home, they received instructions from the funeral director. The two preachers, side by side, led the coffin in a procession down the church aisle toward the pulpit area. Quietly, before reaching the front, one turned to the other and asked... ‘who is the deceased?’ ‘I have no idea, replied his partner. I was hoping you'd know!’

Happy Talk …by George & Peggy Goldtrap One gentleman woke up in a funeral home, on a table in a room used to prepare bodies. Realizing the irony of his situation he asked himself... ‘If I'm alive what am I doing here? On the other hand if I'm dead, how come I need to go to the bathroom?’

At the burial of a wealthy Texan, two cemetery workers were assisting. The circumstances would seem unusual anywhere but Texas. His body was being lowered into the ground positioned behind the wheel of his gold Cadillac convertible. One of the workers turned to the other and said quietly... ‘Man, that's living!’

Some might even say dying is healthy.

The doctor advised one gentleman that his health was so poor, he desperately needed three months rest, in Florida. He left immediately and relaxed in our famous sunshine.

After three months he returned, and then, to everyone's surprise, died suddenly. His body was prepared and placed in public view. Observing the mortician's skilled work, acquaintances of the deceased commented that the three month's in Florida had obviously done their friend a world of good!

At my father’s death, friends gathered to visit our family. There was much laughter in the crowd. At first stunned, I moved among the mourners to locate the source of the merriment, and soon discovered it.

My father, an amateur humorist, had a reputation for always having a funny story.

His assembled friends were revisiting the past by comparing stories he had told them.

Dad would have enjoyed the evening... and for all I know, he did!

Sometimes I hear someone say... ‘I could die laughing.’ I think to myself... that would be nice… but laughter cannot be buried.

Laughter lives on... sometimes even at the funeral home or grave sight... and I hope in any hereafter! ST

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Cool Energy Bills With Small Measures

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verything is costing more and energy bills are no exception.

So, what can you do to make a difference? Try some of the following suggestions: Cover windows. Blinds and curtains act as insulators when the sun beats in on the southwest side of the house. Sun streaming through windows can make your air conditioner work double and possible triple time to keep rooms cool.

Create a windchill effect. Ceiling fans can make you feel about 5 degrees cooler when the air is blowing over the skin. The thing to remember here is that ceiling fans cool people, not rooms, so be sure to turn them off when you leave the room. This act alone can save on your monthly electric bill.

Service you’re A/C. Your first step in efficiency is to keep your cooling system well-maintained. Change the air filter once a month, depending on the kind of air filter you use. A dirty filter can slow down the A/C system and make it work harder to do its’ job properly.

Replace light bulbs. Choosing compact fluorescent bulbs can save on energy bills and last up to 10 times longer than ordinary incandescent bulbs. Most of fluorescent bulbs energy is given off as light instead of heat. An added benefit of cool lighting is not over working the A/C.

Insulate. Good insulation will keep your energy costs down and keep you comfortable too. Remember that heat rises and attic temperatures can reach up to 150 degrees in the summer. Consider having your attic insulation checked to be sure it is at least 12 inches deep.

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Life …by Kathy M. Bryant Plug leaks. One of the easiest and least costly measures you can do is to seal cracks in doors and windows. Use sealant or caulking to plug leaks between and weather stripping around doors and windows.

Lighten up. Remember that light colors reflect and dark colors absorb when considering roofing materials and exterior paint for your house.

Shade. Take advantage of natural air conditioning and consider planting trees that can block the sun from your house. Be sure to plant them at least 30 feet from the house and keep branches trimmed back off the roof.

Adopt just two or three of these measures, to save energy costs, without compromising your comfort. ST For further information, call Kathy Bryant at 386-822-5778.

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Accidental Shootings Can Be Avoided

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n the span of just 11 days, our deputies responded to three different accidental shooting incidents. Fortunately, none were fatal.

The first incident occurred when a 25-year-old man was loading his pistol, but didn't realize that it was already loaded. When he accidently pulled the trigger, the gun discharged and the bullet stuck him in the hand and finger. The round then pierced a headboard inside the residence and then went through the wall of the residence.

Then 46-year-old man accidently shot himself in the hand while cleaning his gun.

Bullet fragments lodged in the drywall of the home. The next day, a 62-yearold man was cleaning his pistol when the gun accidentally discharged, causing a round to strike him in the foot. The victim had checked the chamber to make sure the gun wasn't loaded, but when he sent the slide forward, the weapon went off unexpectedly through the victim's foot.

In each case, the victim, surrounding people, and even residents in neighboring homes were extremely fortunate. All three incidents could have ended in death. Following these tips will keep you safe and reduce the chances of an accidental firearms injury:

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• Know how to use your gun safely.

• Lock guns and keep them out of reach of children. Simply hiding them isn't good enough.

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• Never leave a gun unattended.

• Treat every gun as if it were loaded.

• Don't alter or modify your gun.

• Keep ammunition stored separately.

• Always use the correct ammunition.

• Before cleaning a gun, make absolutely certain that it's unloaded.

• Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.

• Always keep your finger off the trigger until you're ready to shoot.

• Wear eye and ear protection as appropriate.

• Never consume alcohol or overthe-counter medicine, prescription drugs, or other drugs before or while shooting. ST

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Medicare: General Information Special to Seniors Today

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eed Medicare Part B? If you’re eligible, now is the time to sign up. The enrollment period for Medicare Part B runs from January 1 through March 31. Before you make a decision about general enrollment, let us fill you in on some general information.

Medicare is a medical insurance program for retired and disabled people. Some people are covered only by one type of Medicare; others opt to pay extra for more coverage.

Medicare can save you money.

There are four parts to Medicare: Parts A, B, C and D. Part A helps pay for inpatient hospital care, skilled nursing care, hospice care, and other services. Part B helps pay for doctors' fees, outpatient hospital visits, and other medical services and supplies not covered by Part A. Part C allows you to choose to receive all of your health care services through a provider organization.

These plans, known as Medicare Advantage Plans, may help lower your costs of receiving medical services, or you may get extra benefits for an additional monthly fee.

You must have both Parts A and B to enroll in Part C. Part D is the Medicare Prescription Drug Program.

Most people first become eligible for Medicare at age 65, and there is a monthly premium for Medicare Part B. In 2011, the standard premium is $99.90. Your Part B

can be higher if you do not enroll during your initial enrollment period, or when you first become eligible.

There are exceptions to this rule. For example, you can delay your Medicare Part B enrollment without having to pay higher premiums if you are covered under a group health plan based on your own current employment or the current employment of any family member. If this situation applies to you, you can sign up for Medicare Part B without paying higher premiums: Any month you are under a group health plan based on your own current employment or the current employment of any family member; or Within eight months after your employment or group health plan coverage ends, whichever comes first.

If you are disabled and working (or you have coverage from a working family member), the same rules apply.

Most people are automatically enrolled in Medicare Part B when they become eligible. If you don’t enroll in Medicare Part B when you first become eligible to apply and you don’t fit into one of the above categories, you'll have to wait until the general enrollment period, which is January 1 through March 31 of each year. At that time, you may have to pay a higher Medicare Part B premium. ST For more details visit www.medicare.gov

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What’s In The Stars

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Aspects favor socializing with family and friends, but an irksome workplace situation could intrude. Just do it, and then get back to the fun times.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) There's still time for you Ferdinands and Fernandas to relax and sniff the roses. A major work project looms and soon will demand much of your attention.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Your enthusiasm persuades even the toughest doubters to listen to what you're proposing. Don't push too hard, or you'll push them away. Moderate for best results.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your energy levels are rising, and you feel you can handle anything the job requires but keep your door open to your workplace colleagues.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) A workplace change could lead to that promotion you've been hoping for. You'll have to face some tough competition before the Lion can claim their share.

VIRGO (August 23 to Sept. 22) Your rigidity regarding a difficult workplace situation could be the reason your colleagues aren't rushing to your assistance. Try being more flexible.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) That uneasy mood could be your Libran inner voice reminding you that while it's great to be with your new friends, but take care not to ignore your old ones.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) A sudden spate of criticism could shake the Scorpion's usually high sense of selfconfidence. You made a decision you believed in—now defend it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Your reluctance to help restart a stalled relationship could be traced to unresolved doubts about your partner's honesty. Rely on a trusted friend's advice.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) The capricious Sea Goat is torn between duty and diversion. Do both. Tend to your workaday chores, then go out and enjoy your well-earned fun time.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Cutting back on some of your activities for a few days helps restore your energy levels. You should be ready to tackle your many projects early next week.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) A coworker might be secretly carping about your work to mutual colleagues. Associates will come to your defense, and the situation will work out. ST

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Election Myths Vs. Facts MYTH: Absentee ballots are only counted when there is a close race.

FACT: All absentee ballots are counted if properly executed, which includes making sure that the return envelope is signed and that the signature matches the voter’s signature on record.

MYTH: Voters will be turned away if they are wearing campaign apparel.

FACT: “Voters may wear campaign buttons, shirts, hats, or any other campaign items when they enter the polling place to vote; voters may not otherwise campaign there.” (From the Polling Place Procedures Manual incorporated within Rule 1S-2.034, Florida Administrative Code) So, merely going to the polls wearing campaign paraphernalia is okay, but, by statute (s. 102.031(4), Florida Statutes), one cannot solicit voters within 100 foot of the entrance to any polling place.

MYTH: The address on the driver license must match the address in the voter registration record in order to be able to vote.

FACT: The address on the driver license does not need to match the address in the voter registration record. If you have moved and haven’t changed your driver license to reflect your new address, that’s okay.

What is important is that you vote in the precinct where you currently live, no matter what your driver license says.

MYTH: If your house is under foreclosure, you will not be able to vote.

FACT: A foreclosure notice does not necessarily mean that a person no longer resides in the home, as people often remain in the home after foreclosure begins and are sometimes able to refinance the home.

Voters whose homes have been foreclosed but who remain in their homes may continue to vote in their assigned precinct. Voters who have physically moved from their foreclosed residence with no intention of returning to that address as their residence may still vote, but should provide a change of address to the supervisor of elections.

You must vote in your correct precinct.

MYTH: If a voter owes child support or has pending warrants against them, the police will arrest the voter at the polls.

FACT: The voter registration rolls at the polls have no indicators whether a voter owes child support or has outstanding warrants against them. Furthermore, law enforcement

personnel are not allowed in the polling place without the permission of the election board, so ordinarily there will not be any law enforcement personnel in the polling place to identify a voter who may have outstanding child support payments due or warrants against them.

MYTH: Provisional ballots are only counted when there is a close race.

FACT: A provisional ballot is always counted when the voter is shown to be registered and eligible, regardless of the closeness of the outcome of the election. A person who votes provisionally simply because they forgot ID at the polls will not have to do anything else. If the signatures on that ballot certificate and the voter roll matches, the provisional ballot is counted.

MYTH: If the voter is homeless and has no legal residence, the voter may not vote.

FACT: State registration laws may not discriminate against the homeless in voter registration as long as the homeless applicant for voter registration intends to remain in a locale and has either a place where he can receive messages or an effective mailing address. The homeless person will vote in the precinct where the applicant receives messages (e.g., rescue mission) or the precinct in which the applicant‘s effective mailing address is located.

MYTH: If you are Florida college student, you have to change your permanent residence to your college address.

FACT: If a college student registers with a legal residence in a Florida county, then no further proof of residency is required, regardless of where the college student’s parents reside or whether the student intends to move back to where the parents are located.

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r. Devi S. Nambudripad’s extensive training in varying disciplines of medicine including western medicine, kinesiology, chiropractic, acupuncture, and nutrition have resulted in the development of Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Techniques (NAET). Since November of 1983, this all natural combination of alternative disciplines has resulted in the perfect health model (NAET) for eliminating allergens within the body.

The following are a sampling of the medical fields which have aided in the discovery and development of NAET. This non-invasive assessment and treatment plan has helped thousands of patients combat allergies and allergy related health disorders.

Western Medicine–Education of the nervous system and brain leads practitioners to a better understanding of the cellular communication network of the human body.

Kinesiology–Body movements that can detect allergens within the human body by testing strength and weakness of muscles.

Chiropractic–Techniques used to determine the vertebrae point of a pinched nerve.

Pinched nerves are often results of allergies. Disruption in the nerves blocks energy flow which can cause disease. Spinal manipulation corrects the imbalance.

Acupuncture–Any allergy that produces muscle weakness can also cause imbalance within the body which can result in dis-

ease. Acupuncture releases energy that is blocked in energy pathways, called meridians, thus returning the body back to homeostasis. This return of the body to proper balance cures disorders/disease.

Nutrition–Digestive disruptions such as bloating or indigestion may be the sign of a food allergy. It is important to clear the body of the allergy to assess treatment.

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Allergies left undiagnosed are often the cause for serious debilitating illnesses.

Through the desensitizing of one allergen at a time NAET practitioners can cure the patient of allergens causing disorders/diseases. The amount of allergens found within the patients body after assessment will determine what the length of treatment will be. Types of allergens tested for include chemical sensitivity, environmental, vaccinations, and immunizations.

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Q: I have a Big Little Book, Lone Ranger And The Black Shirt Highwayman. The only publishing date I can find is 1939.

—Steve, Southbury, CT A: The first Big Little Book was issued during the Christmas season of 1932 and was titled The Adventures Of Dick Tracy. The nifty little books originally sold for a dime and were an immediate hit. I think your Lone Ranger book is worth about $25, but to find out for certain, I suggest you contact Larry Lowery, the Big Little Book Club, P.O. Box 1242, Danville, CA 94526; or larry@biglittlebooks.com Also, check out the club's dandy website at www. biglittlebooks.com *** Q: I have inherited a box of salt and pepper shakers and am not certain if I have anything worth keeping. I need your advice.

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but as with most collectibles, there are always exceptions. S&Ps that were made during World War II and have a patriotic design, or ones that reflect Black Americana themes are always desirable, for example. One of the better guides is the Antique Trader Salt & Pepper Shaker Price Guide by Mark F. Moran (Krause, $19.99). You also might check out antique shops for S&Ps in your area to determine what the market is like in the Wyoming area. *** Q: I have a Kenwood turntable that requires a special stylus. I can't find a replacement and hope you can help me.

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Section B August 3, 2012 Tails From The Front eclawing of cats is a topic that is debated among pet owners.

Some cat owners prefer to declaw their cats to keep their feline from scratching household items. There can be many negative outcomes from this procedure. Did you know that declawing a cat could actually make it more apt to bite? This is one of the negative aspects of declawing.

Most animal care experts (including Halifax Humane Society) discourage declawing outside of emergency medical cases. In some countries, the procedure has even been banned. The declawing process is not as simple as it may sound. During the procedure, it is not just the claw that is removed; a tra-

ditional declawing of a cat actually removes the last bone of each toe as well. Imagine if a person had the tips of each finger removed at the last knuckle! Declawing can cause pain for your cat, and because the process changes the way their foot meets the ground, it can even cause walking problems and back pain in some cats.

There are easy alternatives to declawing.

Training your cat, especially for kittens, can reduce and even eliminate scratching on household items. Provide your cat with alternatives to scratch, such as scratching posts or boards. Offer a variety of options and different materials to keep your cat interested. You can use toys and/or catnip to

attract your cat to the scratching post instead of your furniture. Other options, such as soft plastic caps that can be attached to a cat’s claws, or special tapes that can be placed on furniture to discourage scratching.

Before declawing your cat, it is best to weigh other options and consider the cat’s long-term well-being. Please consult your trusted veterinarian before making any major medical decision for your pet.

Cool Down At The Dog Park On Ice Looking for relief from the hot summer sun? Cool down with your favorite 4-legged friend at Halifax Humane Society’s Dog Park on Ice! On August 8 from 5:30-7:30 P.M., Halifax Humane Society and the Day-

tona Ice Arena are teaming up to provide a opportunity for pet lovers and their dogs.

For just $15, you and your dog can take to the ice during two 15-minute sessions without skaters. Ice booties will be available to protect your pup’s paws. Attendees will also receive two drink tickets and light appetizer. An open ice session for people wanting to skate will be available during the event (additional skate rental fee applies).

Contact the Daytona Ice Arena for details, at 386-274-4703, ext. 328. ST Tyler Stover is the Community Outreach Director for the Halifax Humane Society in Daytona Beach. He can be reached at 386274-4703, ext. 320.

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

Recent studies have proven that patients with fibromyalgia or other types of chronic pain who adopt a regular exercise regime experience less pain and fatigue than those who refrain from exercising.

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 wellbeing and functional status. This can be attained with certain types of exercise in specific intensity, frequency, quantity, duration, and progression.

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.

Cardiovascular exercise, such as walking, can be performed even daily along with flexibility exercises.

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As a rule, an exercise program consists of a warm-up, an exercise, and a cool down period. 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.

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 requires a significant reduction in exercise intensity until the flareup subsides.

It is not common for fitness trainers to know that FMS patients cannot tolerate an average work-out and can actually be harmed by general excerise. The key is not only to exercise, but to implement an exercise regime tailor-made to your FMS needs with the help of your physician or a specialized trainer. Beware of the onesize-fits-all exercise plans.

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What Really Matters

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ith all of the voting and political jargon around you can find yourself so wrapped up in it that you lose sight of what is really important. I don’t know if you have noticed, but for some reason the sun rises every morning and as of yet, anyway, the world hasn’t come to an end over the last crisis.

Over the past year, I’ve seen a lot of my friends and relatives leave this world and you know what, they didn’t take any of these earth shattering issues with them. We certainly need to be aware of our world and we should express our opinions at the same time; in reality that is what it is, our opinion. I’ve thought about that a lot over the last few months.

My mother used to tell me that worrying about something doesn’t change the outcome. She was right. It doesn’t change anything other than keeping you awake or creating an ulcer. Just to dwell on something to the point that it engulfs you; that is a whole different set of worms. Which brings me to my point.

Over my vacation back in December I had some time to think about some things.

It was ironic that I had my epiphany after driving through about two hours of heavy rain. This awakening that I had came at the same time that I drove out from under the rains clouds and into the bright sun. A

perfect time to see the light, I think. I had been arguing with myself over the many issues that seem to face us today when it dawned on me that in the realm of my life those things really were not that important.

So over the next few hours I thought about those things that are important to me.

Winding Roads …by Byron Spires

Like the George Burn’s song I’m “three quarters there from the start to the finish,” so even if I live to be 100, I’ve already lived longer than I have as a future. We are all in the same boat; we only get this one life and no more on this earth. What I realized was that I need to make the best of what I have. I need to think about the important things in my life like my two children and their spouses and Jane Claire, my grandaughter. Those are the important things, the things I need to put my thoughts to and not all those issues that crop up all the time that I can not control.

That doesn’t mean I cannot give up on the work, but for me it is just a matter of getting everything in perspective. ST Contact Byron Spires at windingroads @netzero.com

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Stop Pain Now With Acupuncture and Physical Therapy Yes… The Combination Works! By Janice St. Croix After a bad skating accident as a child, I have always suffered from back problems. I have been through so many doctors and I have gone through so many treatments—but to no avail.

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Thirty-one million Americans have lowback pain at any given time. One half of all working Americans admit to having back symptoms each year. One-third of all Americans over the age of 18 have had a back problem in the past five years severe enough for them to seek professional help.

Many people who suffer from chronic back pain seem to take medication almost on a daily basis. While popping a pain pill may seem like a convenient way to deal with your pain, many of these medications can cause adverse effects like stomach, kidney, or even liver damage. Worse yet, since pain pills don’t correct the underlying cause of the back pain, your physical condition might actually decline causing more pain over the long run! Most common causes of back pain: Postural Deficiency And Secondary Muscle-Guarding: A structural imbalance such as a spinal curvature or pelvic mal-alignment can cause pain due to impingement of the vertebrae. This can result in even worse pain due to impingement of the nerves emerging from in between the vertebrae.

These impingements will prevent a normal posture or even the ability to stand up

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The tight muscles will actually choke the local blood circulation and the resulting poor supply of oxygen will cause a further increase in pain. This will effectively create a vicious circle of pain.

Acupuncture & Physical Therapy, A Powerful Combination: Acupuncture has been proven highly effective in the management of chronic pain by breaking that vicious circle. However, in order to achieve lasting pain relief and long-term posture correction, it is of utmost importance to identify the cause /root of the problem and apply corrective manual techniques accordingly. ST

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Moments In Time The History Channel

On Aug. 9, 1936, at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, black American track star Jesse Owens wins his fourth gold medal of the Games in the 4-by-100-meter relay. His relay team set a new world record of 39.8 seconds, which stood for 20 years.

On Aug. 6, 1945, an American B-29 bomber, the Enola Gay, drops the world's first atom bomb over the city of Hiroshima, Japan. Some 80,000 people are killed as a result of the blast, and another 35,000 are injured. At least 60,000 more would be dead by the end of the year from the effects of the radioactive fallout.

On Aug. 7, 1959, the U.S. unmanned spacecraft Explorer 6 is launched into an orbit around the Earth. The spacecraft featured a scanner that transmitted a crude picture of the Earth's surface from a distance of 17,000 miles. The photo, received in Hawaii, took nearly 40 minutes to transmit.

On Aug. 11, 1965, in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles, a riot began that eventually ranged over a 50-square -mile area. With the assistance of thousands of National Guardsmen, order was restored five days later. The violence left 34 dead, 1,032 injured, nearly 4,000 arrested, and $40 million worth of property destroyed.

On Aug. 8, 1974, President Richard Nixon announces his intention to become the first president in American history to resign. With impeachment proceedings under way against him for his involvement in the Watergate affair, Nixon finally bowed to pressure from the public and Congress to leave the White House.

On Aug. 10, 1981, Pete Rose of the Philadelphia Phillies gets the 3,631st hit of his baseball career, breaking Stan Musial's record for most hits by a National Leaguer. It was only Rose's 2,886th game; it had taken Musial 3,026 games to set the mark. ST

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Selecting the right advisor can make the difference between approval and denial. A denied Medicaid application might cost you thousands of dollars per month because you will have to pay the entire facility bill.

Here are some questions to ask: • Does your advisor know how to properly anticipate all of your taxes during the application process?

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ynthia, I just thought I should tell you that I think I have Alzheimer's.” Grandma's email held a confidential tone, and I knew that if I'd been talking to her in person she would have whispered her concern to me in an undertone usually reserved for talking about people who have passed on. My grandfather, her husband, had Alzheimer's disease for a few years before he died, but that was more than 20 years ago, and now Grandma was 97 and in a nursing home. She had lived on her own, balanced her checkbook, and paid her own bills until she was 96, but ever since Grandpa died she has self-diagnosed herself with Alzheimer's on many occasions.

I read on. “I almost forgot to take my medicine this morning, and I never do that. And ...” I could tell the big news was coming now, “I was writing an e-mail to my sister's daughter and I couldn't think of her grandchildrens' names.” An almost audible gasp was coming through at the end of that statement.

I wondered for a brief moment if I should tell her that I had found my box of aluminum foil in the refrigerator that morning. I knew better than to mention it to her.

In a previous similar situation, she hadn't

taken comfort that her 40-somethingyear-old granddaughter also had memory lapses, but had sent me a return e-mail with the concern that both of us might have Alzheimer's now.

The e-mail continued. “I am getting good exercise here though. The rooms are arranged on outside walls so that there is a circle around the whole floor. The nurse's station is in the center. So I've been walking around that circle several times a day.”

“I had the maintenance man measure the tiles on the floor,” she went on. “They are 13 inches square. I walked around the circle and figured out that there are 167 tiles.

If you multiply 167 by 13 inches, you get 2,171 inches.” Grandma went on to say that she had figured out how many inches there are in a mile and divided that by the number of inches on the floor, and had done the necessary math to figure out that if she walked around the circle a certain number of times, she would have walked a mile.

My head was spinning by the time I read all her calculations, but I realized that she had done them all correctly. I hit REPLY on my computer and began to type.

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umerous studies have shown us two things: It’s never too late to start being active, and a small amount of activity is better than none when it comes to enjoying better health.

Now there’s an additional benefit: Being active helps keep depression and other psychological issues at bay. Not only that, but a recent study shows that those with psychological distress are four times more likely to be functionally limited. The study, done on 91,000 adults age 65 and older, indicates that one-third of us don't get regular exercise, and the number goes up even more for those 75 and older.

Another study on the same topic came to a serious conclusion: Those who have depression had better results from exercising three times a week than those who took drugs for their symptoms. All it took was getting 20 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise.

Other researchers have approached senior health from a different angle: A Psychological Bulletin news release

from the Harvard School of Public Health reported on a study that compared psychological well-being to heart health.

It found that psychological wellbeing reduces the chance of heart attack and stroke. Being optimistic, happy, and satisfied with life can reduce the risk of a cardiovascular event. Somehow those emotions not only protect us, but can slow down existing disease.

How then do we use this information? A simplistic look might be this: If we elevate our mood with exercise and gain a sense of emotional well-being, we're also helping our heart. Looking on the bright side of life gives an additional benefit: Those of us who are optimistic cut our risk of heart attack in half. ST

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Flashback Test Your Memory 1. Which British singer released Anyone Who Had A Heart, You're My World and Alfie in the mid-1960s?

2. Which band is best known for these two songs: I Wanna Rock and We're Not Gonna Take It? 3. Who was responsible for Disco Duck? Bonus: What year was this song recorded?

4. Which group wrote and released Do The Freddie, and when?

5. Name the singer-songwriter behind All By Myself and Hungry Eyes. Bonus: Name the film Hungry Eyes was feature in.

6. Bob Dylan, Billy Joel, Diana Ross, and Kim Carnes all came together with dozens of others for one charity effort in 1985. What was it?

Answers 1. Cilla Black (born Priscilla White).

Black was a favorite of Brian Epstein, the Beatles manager, and covered a number of their early songs.

2. Twisted Sister, in 1984. The group was originally called Silver Star.

3. Disco Duck was satire, written in 1976 by a Memphis DJ as a takeoff on a 1960 song called The Duck.

4. Freddie And The Dreamers, 1965.

Their album of the same name included a chart with diagrams on it so you could dance the Freddie.

5. Eric Carmen, in 1975 and 1987.

Carmen's big successes came when he went solo after leaving the Raspberries. Hungry Eyes was featured in the film Dirty Dancing.

6. USA for Africa, in 1985. They all recorded We Are The World. ST

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by Freddie Groves

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he Veterans Benefits Administration devoted 37 percent of its rating staff to working on Agent Orange claims last year.

By last month, they'd had processed 230,000 claims, including 150,000 Nehmer claims.

Nehmer v. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs was a lawsuit to force the VA to pay retroactively for the three newest medical conditions added to the Agent Orange presumptive list: hairy cell and other chronic B-cell leukemias, Parkinson's disease, and ischemic heart disease.

Nehmer covered claims denied between 1985 and 2010, when a service connection was established between those additional illnesses and Agent Orange. The courts ordered the VA to be finished adjudicating those claims by October 1, 2011. It didn't make the deadline, but in VA time, a nine-month delay isn't bad.

Nehmer also included: Payments are to be made within 21 days of verification of entitlement. Benefits will go to the estate of a deceased veteran. A new claim doesn't have to be made.

If you have an illness, including the newest three added to list, you can still file. Per a VA.gov news release, veterans potentially are eligible if exposed to Agent Orange: • Based on duty or visitation in Vietnam or on its inland waterways between January 9, 1962, and May 7, 1975; • Along the demilitarized zone in Korea between April 1, 1968, and August 31, 1971; • Due to herbicide tests and storage at military bases within and outside of the United States.

The VA has set up an Agent Orange Fast Track Claims Processing System website (www.fastrack.va.gov) to walk veterans through the filing process. If you don't have a computer, you can talk to Benefits Support at 1-800-8271000, or go to your Regional Benefits Office. Tell them you want the Fast Track claims forms. ST Write to Freddy Groves in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or e-mail to columnreply@gmail.com

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—Jerry in Randolph, MA A: Radiators that don't heat up completely or that feel cooler toward the top may have air trapped in them, a problem that can be resolved pretty quickly by bleeding the air out.

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