Seniors Today Volusia Edition December 23 2011

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December 23, 2011

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s you know, the families continue to grow and they all know that there’s no place like home for the holidays!

The company is very special; the food is delicious (so much so that you feel like signing up for TVs Losers Show after all is said and done); the gifts are neat; the games we play are those once a year tributes to our old fashioned togetherness. The love and camaraderie are there and always freely exchanged.

Company G made their monthly visit to the VA nursing home and the gals were thrilled to have the artistic fingers of Leigh Slayback playing the piano and soloist Irv Owing singing in that fantastic voice of his. They were so well received. Music rang as residents sang along with the group with gusto.

So, now that all that is done, the shopping is over, everyone will make their exchanges, and family and friends from other states will be heading home in time for the New Year, what are you going to do when Christmas 2011 is over with and you have a little bit of time before you get into the swing of things?

I found a moment to hibernate and remember that I have had many requests for this poem. I have shared it with you before, so as you decide what to do and start making plans for the new year, find a quiet spot and remember…

The Old Buffet From early on our children knew Just where to go for things to do.

Their dad and I would always say: “You’ll find it in the old buffet.”

There once were marbles, comics, strings, Broken crayons, books, and things, We’d add to them and take away Treasures from the old buffet.

You Name It …by Kitty Maiden

Our children left the nest when grown Then brought home children of their own Who learned the secret right away— The treasures of the old buffet.

The drawer was cleared from time to time, As kiddies grew into their prime; The items changed from racing cars To Power Rangers—dinosaurs.

The story of our life is there.

There’s winning art from County Fair, Colored paper, a Bingo game, The youngest’ writing of his name.

Yes, all our babies now are grown, Now Dad is gone and I’m alone With memories, never put away— The treasures of the old buffet

Call up your old friends and say hello.

Get out your bells and whistles and ring in the New Year! Enjoy yourself… now… and every single day of the new year! I know I will. ST Written and rewritten over the many years by Kitty Maiden

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What’s Happening Around Town…

Free Caregiver’s Days

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Need a break from caregiving? First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach is providing four 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 Sat., Jan. 14; Thurs., Feb. 9; Thurs., March 8; and Thurs., April 12 at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach.

For information, call Sherry at 386-6773581, ext. 311. This is a great opportunity for caregivers to have a break and know that their loved ones are being taken care of in a loving, safe environment.

Prevention Plus, Inc., is conducting tests for stroke, arterial disease, abdominal aortic aneurysm, osteoporosis, heart scan, and more on Thurs., Jan. 5 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.

Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Lorenzo Phan will hold a free seminar on acupuncture for weight loss at the Acupuncture & Skin Care Clinic, 725 W. Granada Blvd., Ste. 15, Ormond Beach on January 11 from 10:30 A.M. to 12 NOON . In addition, if you or a loved one suffer from associated illnesses related to obesity such diabetes type II, high cholesterol, or cardiovascular disease, Dr. Phan will be available to answer all your questions. 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 more details, call at 386-615-1203 or visit Acubeauty therapy.com for seat reservation.

Long-Term Care Do you know the true answers to questions about long-term care costs?

You are invited to a free informational workshop on government benefits and planning for payment of long-term care presented by Scott Selis of The Chiumento-Selis-Dwyer Attorneys At Law at 2 P.M. on Jan. 10 in Daytona Beach and Jan. 11 in Palm Coast. Seating is limited and reservations are strongly suggested.

Call 386-868-5337 to RSVP.

Respite Program Are you the caregiver for your loved one? The Council on Aging (COA) offers primary caregivers of persons with early to mid-stage dementia, 60 years of age and older, a break from caregiving while their loved one participates in a therapeutic program with social and recreational activities from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. For those who meet criteria, program costs are covered by a grant. Caregiver support groups are also offered. Call the COA at 386-253-4700, ext. 204 for details, locations, and programs throughout Volusia County.

Vivo Tours Come learn about trips that are easy, affordable, and fun while enjoying the next Vivo Tours Luncheon at the Outback Steakhouse in Ormond Beach on Jan. 6 at 11:30 A.M. The luncheons are always a fun time with tour give-aways, travel tips, travel partners, and more. To learn more or RSVP for lunch, call 888-316-7177 or 386-871-4563.

Happy Wanderers Local walking clubs of the American Volkssport Association host organized walks throughout the United States. 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. For more details, call Marvin Stokes at 386-788-4026.

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Learning, Living & Laughing Series Bishop’s Glen, 900 LPGA Blvd., Holly Hill has a series of free seminars during the month of January. Topics include: Fitness Pole Walking Clinic on Fri., Jan 6 at 10:30 A.M.; Wellness Program And On-site Dermatology on Mon., Jan. 9 at 10:30 A.M.; A Spring Carnival on Fri., Jan. 13 at 6 P.M.; Should You Keep Your Home Or Move To A Retirement Community? on Tues., Jan. 17 at 3 P.M.; Caregivers Support Group, Wed., Jan. 18 at 1:30 P.M.; Exploration Of Therapy Services on Tues., Jan. 10 from 1–3 P.M.; and an AARP Driving Course on Fri., Jan. 27 from 9 A.M. –4:30 P.M. Please RSVP for any seminar to 386-226-9110.

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, fellowship, and a program 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.

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Olds Hall Open House

Blue Moon Feral Cat Sanctuary & Flagler Humane Society are sponsoring Neuter Scooter For A Nickel at the Flagler Humane Society at 1 Shelter Drive, Palm Coast on Sat., Jan. 21 from 8:30 to 11:30 A.M. This includes neutering, ear tipping, rabies vaccine, and more.

Maximum of 10 cats per person. A $5 donation toward the cost of vaccine is appreciated. The will also have a food drive and raffle at the same time. Unopened cans or dry foods are needed. For more details, call 386-447-3057.

You are invited to join Olds Hall for good cheer in the new year with an Epiphany celebration and open house at Good Samaritan Society, Olds Hall, 340 South Ridgewood Ave., Daytona Beach on Friday, January 6 from 4-7 P.M. Come enjoy refreshments, fellowship, and learn the history of Olds Hall.

For details, call 386-253-6791.

Lunch Bunch Break Holy Cross Lutheran Church at 724 Big Tree Rd. in South Daytona sponsors a “Lunch Bunch” every Thurs. beginning at 12 noon but will be taking a Christmas break on Dec. 29. Just $4 gets you lunch and bingo with non-monetary prizes. Reservations are required by noon the Tuesday prior. Please call 386-767-6542, Tue. thru Fri.

Peninsula Woman’s Club Meetings are Thursdays, 11 A.M. to 3 P.M. Luncheon followed by contract bridge or canasta. The Peninsula Club is at 415 S. Peninsula Drive, Daytona Beach. For reservations and more information, call 386-765-0487.

Support Groups Alcoholics Anonymous You don’t have to struggle alone.

An Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) support group called 1, 2, 3, Miracle will meet at Covenant United Methodist Church, 3701 S. Clyde Morris Blvd. in Port Orange. The group meets every Thursday at 8 P.M. at the church in room 204. For more information, call Bill at 386-383-9470 or the church office at 386-767-8544.

Hurting Yourself With Food?

Are you tired of Yo-Yo dieting? Are you addicted to food? Are you worried about eating over the holidays? 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.

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Then the letter recites a so-called U.S. government-related entity and says it recommends obtaining an official or certified copy of the deed. This company suggests that one obtain this “important� document and offers a service. It indicates that it will obtain a certified copy of the deed for a fee of $59.50.

The letter states that this offer is by a private company, that it is not affiliated with the state of Florida, and that there are other ways for you to obtain this document.

For most people, this “service� is unnecessary, for a variety of reasons.

1. If a deed is recorded in the public records, there is unlikely to be any need to present a certified or official copy for any purpose.

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Signs Along The Way

by George Goldtrap

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emember the Burma Shave signs from the 1930s, 40s, and 50s? Long before the interstates, everyone drove the old 2 lane ‘paved’ roads. Speed, negligence, and alcohol produced lots of wrecks. In an effort to save lives and sell product, an advertising genius, Clinton Odell, posted Burma Shave signs all over America, alongside the roads, in farmers' fields, reminding drivers to slow down, stay sober, and stay alert.

(Small red signs—white letters... five signs, about 100 feet apart). It seemed we would never get to the next sign, at the speed Dad was driving. These days you would have to be a speed reader!

Each sign contained 1 line of a 4 line couplet—and the 5th sign advertising Burma Shave, a popular shaving cream.

Inventor Odell created the brushless shaving cream. Autos were becoming commonplace and brushless shave cream made packing for travel, easier.

In 1926, Odell spent $200 of his father’s money to create the couplets and construct the signs using recycled lumber. The first signs went up along Rt. 35, in Minnesota. Within weeks, drugstores were selling out of Burma-Shave, and re-ordering in greater volume.

More signs went up and more sales followed. The cost of $25,000 produced sales of $68,000. Odell had saved his company from bankruptcy and given America a great product (without a government loan, regulations, and OSHA being involved.)

Eventually, the company invited regular folks to write couplets. Winners were rewarded. Over 7,000 verses appeared in 45 states. During WW II, GIs put similar signs everywhere they were stationed. Farmers were given a case of Burma Shave for use of their land. Burma Shave reached $3 million in annual sales but was finally swallowed up by giants like Gillette and American Safety Razor. Modern ad men rejected the ‘silly’ signs and switched to mass marketing media. By the mid 60s the signs were gone... or so most thought, but books and museums had brought them back and Odell’s genius was recognized.

Clinton Odell died in 1994. Several books and photographs chronicle the inventor and company history. The signs are definitely a part of my history. Dad enjoyed the laughter and taught us kids to spot the signs. My favorite was: He saw the train and tried to duck it, kicked first the gas and then the bucket.

• Burma Shave

Others included, Don't stick your elbow out so far; it may go home in another car Trains don't wander all over the map; 'cause nobody sits in the engineer's lap She kissed the hairbrush by mistake; she thought it was her husband Jake

Happy Talk …by George & Peggy Goldtrap

Don't lose your head to gain a minute; you need your head your brains are in it Drove too long driver snoozing; what happened next is not amusing Brother speeder let's rehearse; all together; good morning, nurse Cautious rider to her reckless dear; let's have less bull and a little more steer Speed was high; weather was not; tires were thin; x marks the spot The midnight ride of Paul for beer; led to a warmer hemisphere

Around the curve lickety-split; beautiful car wasn't it No matter the price no matter how new; the best safety device in the car is you Dinah doesn't treat him right; but if he'd shave dinah-mite Before I tried it the kisses I missed; but afterward-boy! the misses I kissed If you don't know whose signs these are; you can't have driven very far A guy who drives a car wide open; is not thinkin' he's just hopin' At intersections look each way; a harp sounds nice but it's hard to play Both hands on the wheel eyes on the road; that's the skillful driver's code The one who drives when he's been drinking; depends on you to do his thinking Car in ditch driver in tree; the moon was full and so was he Passing school zone take it slow; let our little shavers grow Within this vale of toil and sin; your head grows bald but not your chin Bring back memories? If not, you're merely a child. If they do—smile! ST

George and Peggy Goldtrap are both actors, speakers, and writers and may be reached by e-mail at georgegoldtr ap@gmail. com

Gordon Lightfoot At The Peabody Special to Seniors Today

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ordon Lightfoot, a prolific songwriter and folk-rock singer, has remained popular for over fifty years and is considered an international folk-rock legend. Lightfoot is coming to Daytona Beach to perform at The Peabody Thursday, January 19 at 7:30 P.M. With hits like If You Could Read My Mind, Sundown, Ribbon Of Darkness, Rainy Day People, and The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald, Lightfoot has amassed Grammy, JUNO, and ASCAP Awards throughout his career. His songs have been recorded by Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Barbra Streisand, Johnny Mathis, John Mellencamp, Toby Keith, and many other popular artists.

From love songs to depictions of Canadian history and wilderness, Gordon Lightfoot's music touches the listener on more levels and in more ways than most musicians could ever dream of. He is a national treasure, a cultural icon whose time-defying style and legendary hits have made him one of Canada’s most anticipated live performers.

Born November 17, 1938 in Orillia, Ontario, Gordon Lightfoot studied at Los Angeles’ Westlake College of Music.

He returned to Canada in the early 1960s and began performing at the Riverboat during Toronto's fabled folk scene. In 1966, his debut album Lightfoot! was released. Tracks such as For Lovin' Me, Early Mornin' Rain, Steel Rail Blues, and Ribbon Of Darkness brought him international recognition as a songwriter.

Gordon Lightfoot was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 1986 and the Canadian Country Music Hall Of Fame in 2001. In May, 2003, Lightfoot was made a Companion of the Order of Canada and is also a member of the Order of Ontario. In 2004, he was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame.

With his signature Lightfoot sound, distinctive baritone voice, and twelvestring acoustic guitar, Gordon Lightfoot performances are a must-see for music lovers of all ages! ST Tickets range from $35–$50, plus service fees, can be purchased at The Peabody Box Office, 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach or by calling Ticket Master at 800-745-3000, online at www. ticketmaster.com or any local WalMart store. For additional information, call the box office at 386-671-3460.

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Olds Hall Seeks Donations For Elevator Special to Seniors Today

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he State of Florida has told the Good Samaritan Society that the elevator installed by Otis in 1922 in Olds Hall, must be replaced by July 2012.

If someone is in distress and calls EVAC, the existing elevator is not large enough for a stretcher. EMTs much then carry a resident down. The plan is to replace the existing elevator using the same shaft for a cost of $125,000. Grants have been applied for but with the economic situation as it is, granting funds are very few.

Olds Hall is seeking donations to help with this cause. They have been diligent in working on funding and are half way to their goal. However, half way will not be enough to make this a reality. Perhaps you could add them to your holiday gift list.

Olds Hall is on the National and State Historic Registry and provides a safe and secure Christian environment for our seniors.

They have a long ways to go to reach the amount needed and appeal to anyone interested in history, seniors, non-profits, or the mission and ministry they hold dear.

Each resident has a story. For example: Louise Gearhart: Has lived on 2nd floor for eight years. Louise has a leaky heart valve and she tires easily and gets out of breath so the elevator is essential. She is 89 years of age and says, “Being non profit we don’t have money available to pay for things like this.” We need some help.

Simone, Louise, and Arlene get ready for Christmas at Olds Hall.

Arlene Norris has lived on the 2nd floor for 17 years. She says, “The elevator is old and rickety and I use it every day. Sometimes it is a problem when it breaks and we have to wait 3-4 weeks for repair.” Arlene is 93 years old and finds it difficult.

Simone Brodueur, and her mother, Florida, live on the 3rd floor. Florida is in a wheelchair. Sometimes Simone takes her mother to the elevator only to find someone failed to close both doors and it will not come to the 3rd floor. Simone then has to take the stairs to go close the doors and come back to get her 90 year old mother.

Please consider making a contribution to the elevator project for your holiday gift.

Gifts can be mailed to: Good Samaritan, 327 Orange Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32114.

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January 2012 Friday January 6 10:30 am

Fitness Pole Walking Clinic Learn how to turn a walk around the block into an effective, aerobic total body workout. A walking System designed to maximize results for everyone– from the casual walker to the serious, athletic walker. If you don’t have a lot of time to exercise and wish it could be more fun and easy to do—this is for you! “By just adding poles you can turn a simple walk around the block into an efficient, effective, aerobic—total body workout!”

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Monday January 9 10:30 am

Wellness Program Healthy Skin-Skin Cancer Awareness Your skin is a living thing. Year after year it must survive the effects of sun stress & pollution, and while your skin has its own healing and protective abilities these diminish as you live, grow, and age.

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Tuesday January 10 1-3 pm

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Friday January 13 6 pm

Spring Carnival—Come Play Like a Child Again!

Popcorn, cotton candy, & soda pop!

Lots of fun, many games, & prizes.

Tuesday January 17 3 pm

Do You Have All the Facts On Whether You Should Keep Your Home or Move to a Retirement Community?

Understanding all of the cost of owning my house vs. living in a retirement community. Have you been caught off guard by expenses lately? Do you know the real cost of owning a house in 2011?

Are you aware of all the budget expenses for your home? What are the risks? How to's on making savvy business decisions, and planning strategies for your next move.

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Wednesday January 18 1:30 pm

Caregiver Support Group** Stressed, Tired, Overwhelmed?

Learn ways to decrease stress; balance the mind, body, and daily activities; reduce feelings of guilt; and to take care of you.

Meet other caregivers just like you.

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Wednesday January 25 2 pm

Parkinson's Support Group Meeting** "Why Your Pain Keeps Coming Back" How a unique combination of: acupuncture, Chinese medicine, highly specialized physical therapy and massage therapy can reduce or eliminate pain.

Ramon Gutierrez, Doctor of Oriental Medicine, and Acupuncturist

Friday January 27 9 am-4 pm

AARP Driving Course The AARP Driver Safety Program is is designed especially for older drivers.

Identify ways you can compensate for physical changes that occur with age. Learn researchbased information to help you update your driving knowledge/skill. Identify individual problem areas and apply the strategies/techniques necessary to improve your driving behavior.

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Telesphorus, the second Bishop of Rome, declared in the 2nd century AD that public Church services should be held to celebrate The Nativity Of Our Lord And Savior.

In 320 AD, Pope Julius I and other religious leaders specified December 25 as the official date of the birth of Jesus Christ.

In the 13th century, St. Francis of Assisi introduced Christmas carols to formal church services.

In 1531, in Germany, the first printed reference to Christmas trees appeared.

The Christmas tree was first decorated with lights in the 16th century. It is believed that Martin Luther, the Protestant reformer, was so taken with the Christmas night sky that he added lighted candles to the tree to bring the lights of the stars into the home of his family.

A goose was customary Christmas fare until the early 1600s, when King Henry VIII of England took it upon himself to tuck into a turkey.

In 1643, the British Parliament officially abolished the celebration of Christmas.

The first American Christmas carol was written in 1649 by a minister named John de Brebeur. It is called Jesus Is Born.

Between 1649 and 1660, Oliver Cromwell banned Christmas carols in England.

Cromwell thought Christmas should be a very solemn day, so the only celebration allowed was a sermon and prayer service.

A wreath with holly, red berries, and other decorations began from at least the 17th century. Holly, with its sharply pointed leaves, symbolized the thorns in Christ's crown-of-thorns. Red berries symbolized the drops of Christ's blood.

A wreath at Christmas signified a home that celebrated the birth of Christ.

In 1818, Silent Night was written by Austrian priest Joseph Mohr. Legend has it that his church's organ broke on the day before Christmas. Mohr could not imagine Christmas without music, so he sat down to write a carol that could be sung by a choir to guitar music. Later that night, the people in the little Austrian church sang Stille Nacht for the first time.

In 1834, Queen Victoria’s husband, Prince Albert, brought the first Christmas tree to Windsor Castle for the Royal family.

In 1836, Alabama was the first state to declare Christmas a legal holiday.

The first commercial Christmas card, produced in 1846, featured a drawing of family members happily toasting each other with glasses of wine—a shockingly decadent portrait that was immediately condemned by temperance advocates.

In 1856, President Franklin Pierce decorates the first White House Christmas tree.

In 1907, Oklahoma became the last state to declare Christmas a legal holiday.

In 1937, the first postage stamp to commemorate Christmas Day was issued in Austria.

In 1945, a phonograph album containing Bing Crosby’s signature song, White Christmas, is released. The recording would go on to become the best-selling single ever, with sales of more than 50 million copies worldwide. ST

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What’s In The Stars

For The Week Of December 26

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your curiosity might not be appreciated by everyone. Expect some resistance in getting answers to your questions. You need facts to make decisions.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Some of the mystery surrounding your recent fiscal situation soon will be dispelled with a clear explanation. Use this to help you chart a fresh course.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Start your end-of-the-year plans now. This will help avoid problems caused by midJanuary delays. A family member has information.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Use a little more sense in how you plan to spend your end-of-the-year holiday dollars. You continue to gain support for your stand on a workplace issue.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Wearing that big, loving Lion's heart of yours on your sleeve leaves it unprotected.

Let things develop a little more before you allow your emotions to spill over.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) You might feel you're not ready to patch up an unraveled relationship. The longer you wait, the more difficult it will be for all parties to take the first step.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Your end-of-the-year holiday plans could be disrupted by something out of your control, but stay the course. Things will settle back into a normal pace.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Your honest approach to a workplace project earns you both respect and credit from those in charge. That personal problem still needs to be dealt with.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Money could be a little tight this month.

This means the usually bargain-oblivious Sagittarian should look for ways to save on end-of-the-year holidays.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Examine the facts, and you might find that it's a wiser move to shift gears and redirect some of your goals. Someone close to you offers good advice.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Be careful that your generosity is not abused. Find out more, both about the special favors you might be asked to grant and who is asking for them.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) You've come through a recent rough time in great shape. Congratulations. Now go out and enjoy your well-earned rewards.

More good news will come. ST

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Stop Pain Now With Acupuncture and Physical Therapy Finally free from Neck Pain!

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Get Rid Of That Pain In The Neck

by Jack Verhees, P.T.

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eck pain, or Cervicalgia, is a symptom that can stem from a variety of causes. It may be localized in the neck or radiate to the shoulder(s) and arm(s).

Neck pain is often associated with stiffness and decreased range of motion.

Possible causes for neck pain include trauma, such as a whiplash injury; chronic strain, usually associated with stress or poor posture; degenerative disorders; herniated disk; rheumatoid arthritis; fibromyalgia; and infection.

It is imperative that an accurate determination of the cause of the neck pain be attained as neck pain can also result from other life-threatening conditions.

The treatment for neck pain may require a change in posture or occupational surroundings. Physical therapy provides a thorough musculoskeletal and postural assessment to help with this. Joint mobilization and exercises are prescribed to align bone structures, strengthen weak muscles, and improve range of motion.

Acupuncturists utilize many treatments for neck pain such as electrical stimulation with acupuncture, massage, and cupping.

These treatments are designed to relax the muscle, promote nerve healing, and increase circulation. By increasing the blood circulation, the inflammation in the neck is reduced. Acupuncture releases the body’s endorphins to reduce the pain associated with neck disorders. The combination of Acupuncture and Physical Therapy is a very effective way to manage and alleviate common neck pain.

Acupuncture & Physical Therapy Acupuncture and physical therapy, are achieving remarkable results in treating neck pain and correcting posture.

Individuals suffering from this disorder often tell us how the treatment has eradicated their neck pain, allowing them to attain a better quality of life.

If you have questions or need more information, please call 386-615-4800.

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Darold will buy your vehicle or go with you to the car dealership to get the right deal and vehicle for you. A senior himself, Darold has significant references available and wants to make a difference for seniors!

(386) 255-9113 1 Bedroom Apartments Magnolia Gardens is a beautiful community that offers 88 one bedroom apartments. The apartments have carpet, stove, refrigerator, water, trash removal, air conditioning, pest control, and maintenance. Common areas include coin–op laundry, inside mailboxes, attractivedecorated community room, and lobbies.

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Contact Darold Schonsheck 386.299.1100

A Little Christmas Every Day

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range Grove is a wonderful local school for people with mental limitations and they always sang on my day when we celebrated Christmas at the Courthouse. When I retired the director of the school said they had a grant to make a Christmas video and asked me to write and record a Christmas song with the Orange Grove Singers.

It had to be done in time for them to have the summer to learn the words, so in May I was driving to Nashville when it hit me. I wrote A Little Christmas Every Day between Chattanooga and Nashville.

We recorded it and later it was videoed and used on local and regional TV for several years. I traveled with the OG Singers during two Christmas seasons.

It was two of the sweetest Christmases of my life.

A Little Christmas Every Day

By Dalton Roberts Happy Doghouse Music (BMI)

If Christmas was snow it might melt you know Christmas might melt and run away If it was mistletoe it might kiss and go Christmas might kiss and go away If Christmas was toys then little girls and boys Might have to throw their Christmas away

For toys often break and their hearts would ache To see their Christmas tossed away But I have good news about Christmas It doesn’t have to go away For when you give love Even just a little hug You’ll have a little Christmas every day

My Sunday Journal …by Dalton Roberts Old Santa is dear, he brings lots of cheer But Santa is here for just a day And greater by far is the Bethlehem Star Our first gift that first Christmas day He’s the good news about Christmas He blooms in our hearts every day And when you give love Even just a little hug You’ll have a little Christmas every day So give someone a hug From a heart of Christmas love And you’ll have a little Christmas today ST Please mail comments to Dalton Roberts, 3327 Roberts Rd., Chattanooga, TN 37416.

You may enjoy Dalton’s website at www.dal tonroberts.com

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Finding Balance In The Battle Against Vertigo If you are one of the millions of Americans who suffer from spells of dizziness, you may now take a sigh of relief. A new procedure called canalith repositioning conducted at the Center for Dizziness, Balance & Motion Sickness will eliminate this problem in 85% of patients. The medical term for this condition is Benign Positional Vertigo; it can cause people to feel nausea, lose their balance, and prevent simple normal activities from being accomplished.

At the Center for Dizziness, Balance & Hearing Loss, Dr. Jay Katz has been helping people lead productive and normal lives again without the use of any drugs. One patient states, “Don’t ask me what he did, even my husband was watching and even isn’t sure, but it’s wonderful.”

A graduate of Georgetown University Medical School, Dr. Katz trained in Otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, and conducted extensive research on motion sickness at the University of Miami Dizziness and Balance Center.

By far, the most common cause of vertigo in people over 65 is benign positional dizziness that occurs while the person is bending over, looking up, and lying down, Katz explained. It has been reported that balance related falls account for more than one-half of the accidental deaths among the elderly.”

To diagnose the patient’s dizziness and balance condition, Dr. Katz conducts a thorough office examination. The balance system in the inner ear involves a tiny set of three semicircular canals, tubes of fluids shaped a bit like a scissors handle. The utricle is lined with nerve filaments, beneath a sticky pad of crystals. During the normal aging process the gravity-sensing crystals, called otoliths, are released from the utricle and work their way into the semicircular canal, where they float in fluid, head movements cause the otoliths to stimulate nerve endings, which results in vertigo, explains Dr. Katz. Once other causes of dizziness have been eliminated, he can proceed immediately with canalith repositioning.

The condition is treated by a simple in-office maneuver where the patient’s head is tilted in several positions in such a way as to remove this debris from the fluid in the inner ear, Katz states.

Canalith repositioning is a highly effective treatment and can be easily repeated if dizziness returns or is not completely eliminated the first time. While little known, this procedure is fully covered by Medicare and other types of insurance.

Dr. Katz also treats people with balance problems. Way too often, people are told “you’re getting older, what do you expect?” But it is not a normal part of aging to lose your balance, Katz said.

Certain antibiotics or viral infections can damage the balance nerves leaving individuals with an insecure feeling when walking, especially when stepping off a curb, walking on an uneven surface like pebbles or lawns and walking in the dark. When balance problems arise, Katz said, people have a tendency to restrict their activity and then the brain doesn’t get enough stimulation to learn how to compensate for the injury.

Vestibular Rehabilitation and Balance Retraining (which is performed in our office) is very effective in restoring balance by a process of adaptation and compensation.

Dr. Katz also treats people with Meniere’s disease that is characterized by episodes of vertigo that last anywhere from 15 minutes to 24 hours and is also associated with hearing loss and ringing in the ears.

For more information on the treatment of dizziness or balance, or to make an appointment, please call DR. JAY KATZ at the Center For Dizziness & Balance at (386)864-5910.

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Hana Chaim, D.O. Member of ACAM American College for Advancement in Medicine

Florida Hospital Installation & Awards

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Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center Auxiliary held their Annual Holiday Luncheon and Installation on December 8th at Halifax Plantation. The new officers of the Auxiliary were installed. They are: John McCarthy, Bird Cage Gift Shop Treasurer; Joyce Christian, Corresponding Secretary; Margaret Henderson, Recording Secretary; Janice Rojas, President; Patricia McCarthy, Personnel Secretary; and Lucia Begin, General Treasurer. Those not pictured include: Charlette Bleecker, Vice President and Elizabeth Williams, Pinkadilly Resale Shop Treasurer.

Special Hours Award presentations were made to Linda White with 5,000 hours of volunteer time and Jean Weimer for over 30,000 hours and over 23 years of volunteer service.

Jan Rojas, President of the Auxiliary presented an award to Linda White with 5,000 hours during their holiday celebration.

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Brown Seaweed: The New Skinny On Weight Management

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r. Oz has made me feel good AGAIN! He just profiled a fat burning food that he has called brown seaweed.

Love Whole Foods has been selling the number one selling brown seaweed product for over two years. Called FücoTHIN, this Garden of Life product has been one of our best sellers in the body shaping department since its introduction.The reason: when combined with the three weight loss basics, it works.

The goal is to burn excess calories and keep them from being stored. Dr. Daniel B. Mowrey, PhD wrote a landmark text in 1994 called Fat Management: The Thermogenic Factor which explained the fat burning process called thermogenisis. He explained the chemistry by which the brain triggers a response which says “burn the fat” in two critical areas: the belly and the strip of fat along the upper spinal column.

When you see the sweat signature along the upper back of someone working out, that is brown adipose (fat) tissue being heated up. Mowrey knew that you can energize the back fat by consuming certain herbs even with people who are sedentary. Unfortunately, some of these herbs were stimulants and cause blood pressure or medication conflicts.

Now Jordan Rubin, the founder of Garden of Life, has revisited Dr. Mowrey’s groundbreaking work on the fat burning process. Jordan’s passion for creating products that help people improve the quality of their lives lead to a partnership with Russian biochemist and plant physiologist, Dr. Zakir Ramanzamov. Zakir was fascinated with the health benefits of seasourced vegetables and their effect on human physiology. He correlated the longevity of Asian cultures (Southeast Asia and Japan) with lean body mass and their consumption of sea vegetables specifically certain seaweeds.

This led to an obsession on how to excite the central nervous system to burn fat without using stimulatory herbs or drugs.

He isolated one compound, called fucoxanthin, which allows the body to raise metabolism to burn the fat in white adipose tissue (especially around the belly) without raising blood pressure.

Jordan Rubin teamed up with Dr. Raman zamov to study this unique cartenoid. They found it contains a protein called uncoupling protein-1(UCP-1) and isolated it from wakame and kombu

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genus seaweeds (also sold at Love Whole Foods and used in our miso soup and seaweed salad), the seaweeds sourced from the institute’s Canary Islands sea beds. The result of their labors is a product that is called FücoTHIN. Extensive clinical trials have demonstrated UCP-1’s ability to target cellular structures which boost a cell’s ability to metabolize fatty acids. The residue, once released, is burned and oxidized. The resulting heat production causes a significant reduction in white adipose tissue, particularly around the midriff.

This is good news for those folks that had good results with thermogenic products but couldn’t take them because of the jitters or because of concerns with blood pressure. FücoTHIN is not a “lose 30 pounds in 30 days” wonder pill. FücoTHIN is a whole food nutraceutical created from a seaweed extract combined with pomegranate and olive oil by a company with an extraordinary reputation for quality. Their extensive trials showed a sensible 10 to 15 pound loss over an eight week period when combined with the first two pillars of waist management: a sensible low glycemic diet rich in essential fatty acids (fish/flax/olive oil) and a moderate amount of exercise. The target area is the critical belly fat along with the upper thigh and buttocks.

The results are so remarkable that Women’s World magazine featured FücoTHIN in their September issue just in time for pre-holiday tune-ups. We have copies of the article which goes into greater detail on this remarkable new weapon in our battle with the waistline.

Now is the best time to get serious about your weight. In celebration of our new store opening in Port Orange (1633 Taylor Road), we are making FucoTHIN and the entire Garden of Life family of products available at 30 percent off at BOTH stores. When you are finished with your 30 minute workout, come in and order our great seaweed salad along with a nice green tea. Discover this health secret from the orient and introduce your new waistline to the happy new you! ST Mitch Booth is the owner of Love Whole Foods in Ormond Beach and Port Orange—the area’s largest natural food stores. Visit their website: lovewh olefoods.com

Section B December 23, 2011 Halifax Humane Society—Tails From The Front

By Tyler Stover alifax Humane Society’s 2nd Annual Power of 10 Giving Campaign is underway, and it is all about the power of the masses. If everyone gives a little, we can drastically change the lives of abused and neglected animals in Volusia County. With your help, we can turn this small, grassroots fundraising campaign into something big. If 10 percent of the population of Volusia County gives $10, Halifax Humane Society would raise $495,890.

If you plan to donate to a charitable cause during this holiday season, please think of all of the important programs and services Halifax Humane Society provides. We are about more than just animal adoptions. We also work hard to control the animal population through free and low-cost spay/neuter services, and keep animals in a loving home through our Emergency Medical Fund program. Our various programs serve over 20,000 local animals each year. We want to help even more this year.

Marley is a perfect example of the efforts made by Halifax Humane Society. She came to us with a badly injured leg, suffered through either abuse or neglect. Despite efforts by our veterinary staff, her leg had to be amputated.

Due to great care and tremendous encouragement, Marley returned to being a normal, fun-loving, three-legged puppy. Without Halifax Humane Society, Marley would have been left abandoned and alone. Donations made Marley’s surgery and treatment possible.

By joining together, we can make a significant impact on the animal overpopulation problem in Volusia County.

All donations go directly to housing, feeding, and treating abandoned animals, humane education, spay/neuter programs, our wonderful Emergency Medical Fund, and more. ST Tyler Stover is the community outreach director for the Halifax Humane Society in Daytona Beach. He can be reached at 386-274-4703, ext. 320, or at tstover@halifaxhumanesociety.org

Jingles loves to search for presents! He could look under your tree.

Lola craves your attention. She could snuggle up to you during the holidays.

Prince wants to be the king of your house. Bring him home to your castle.

Tata is listening for reindeer bells. There might be some on your roof.

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Antiques Campaign Buttons

by Larry Cox

Q: While sorting through an old box of clothing buttons, I found two that were political, a Housewives For Ike and an RFK in '68. Both are 2 1⁄2 inches high and in excellent condition. I have been offered $50 for both, but I think that might be a little low.

—Bethany, Chesterfield, MO A: I found both of your buttons in an auction catalog, Hake's Americana Auction No. 197. The Ike button was valued by Ted Hake for $100, and the RFK portrait button, which is considered extremely rare, at $175. *** Q: I have an RCA console television set, Model 17T, which was originally purchased in about 1950. I hope you can tell me its value.

—Arlene, Haverhill, MA A: I checked with three collectors who seem to agree that your set is probably worth in the $75 to $150 range.

Televisions produced after 1948 are fairly common and do not create that much interest with collectors. As with most collectibles, there are always

exceptions such as the 1975 Panasonic Flying Saucer model ($600) and the 1960 Philco Predicta ($500). *** Q: I have a pair of Swarovski crystal candlesticks, about 2 1⁄2 inches tall, both marked on the bottoms. Could you give me an estimated value of their worth and when produced?

—Dee, Sun City, AZ A: I recommend you get a copy of Collecting Swarovski: Identification And Price Guide by Dean A. Genth (Krause Books) to determine the value of your candlesticks. Your other alternative is to hire the services of a professional appraisal in your area. If you hire an appraiser, you should expect to pay for this service. ST Write to Larry Cox in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send email to questionsforcox@aol.com Due to the large volume of mail he receives, Mr. Cox is unable to personally answer all reader questions. Please do not send any materials requiring return mail.

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Winter Survival Tips

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hile winter weather in Florida is not as extreme as the northern part of the country, our colder temperatures can still be uncomfortable and pose a risk. Floridians may not need to bundle up quite as much as our northern cousins but some preparations are in order. Remember some of the following tips as you enjoy cooler temps.

Dress in layers. Doubling or even tripling layers will give you convenience of peeling off and putting back on as temperatures fluctuate throughout the day. Layers trap insulating air when you’re cold, keeping you warm.

Start light and go heavy.

Wear hats and gloves. The body sends heat to your head to insulate the brain, so keep it as warm as you can.

Keep your feet warm. It’s time to break out the closed toed shoes and don’t forget the socks. Layering your feet keeps them warm.

Keep your neck warm by wearing a scarf, turtle neck or raised collar. A scarf is a fashion statement with a purpose!

When doing outside activities, stay dry.

Becoming wet, even from sweating, in colder temperatures can lead to hypothermia. So, stay active but don’t overdo.

Remember your pets. Cold temperatures affect them too. Consider bringing them inside when temperatures dip. If that is not possible, be sure to supply them with a shelter and blanket to protect them from the wind and cold.

If you use a portable heater, be sure to follow safety guidelines. This is imperative. Many

tragedies occur during this season from careless use of these appliances. Keep the heating unit 3 feet away from other objects to avoid starting a fire. Avoid older units that don’t have a tip-over switch. Make sure cords are free of damage and if an extension cord is needed; use a heavy duty one. Use only in large rooms with a steady air supply. Small sealed rooms pose a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Day-To-Day

Life …by Kathy M. Bryant Keep all flammable materials such as curtains, beds, and clothes away from space heaters. Keep clear of drafts where flammable materials could blow into the unit.

Do not leave space heaters on unattended.

Be sure to turn them off before you leave the room for a long period of time.

Close windows and blinds; keeping heat in.

Turn ceiling fans on reverse to force warm air down.

Try some of the above tips and you’ll stay warm and toasty when the mercury drops this winter! ST Kathy M. Bryant is with the Volusia County Extension Office. For further information, call 386-822-5778. All Extension Service programs and information are free and open to the public.

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Senior Service Line Medicare Health Checks Catch Problems

by Matilda Charles

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edicare has added another preventive service to our benefits: a yearly consultation with our health-care provider to look at ways to prevent cardiovascular disease, such as coronary heart disease and stroke. This additional consultation can include exploring changes to diet, screening for hypertension and more. Until now, the covered service was a blood test every five years.

The list of Medicare preventive services is long, and it's to our benefit to use as many of these as our doctors think we need. Here is a sample of what is available: • Colon cancer screenings: Can include a colonoscopy every 24 to 120 months, depending on your level of risk for colon cancer. A blood test can be ordered every 12 months.

• Bone-mass measurement: Tests for the risk of osteoporosis, and can be done every 24 months, or more if indicated.

• Pneumococcal shots: Vaccine covers pneumococcal pneumonia, bacteremia, meningitis and otitis media, and gen-

erally only needs to be given once, although some at risk might need a booster shot.

• Glaucoma test: For those with a risk due to diabetes, a family history or other indications, this test can be a sight saver.

• Mammograms: Free yearly breast cancer screening if the doctor accepts the assignment.

• Prostate cancer screenings: Both the exam and a Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) test is suggested once a year for men age 50 and older.

To see the rest of the preventive services, go to the Medicare website www. medicare.gov then click Manage Your Health, then click Preventive Services.

There's even a printable chart you can take to your doctor to ask whether the assessments and screenings are right for you. ST Write Matilda Charles 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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Veteran’s Post Don’t Pay Extra Fees On A VA Home Loan

by Freddie Groves

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f you're considering purchasing a home with a Department of Veterans Affairs loan, or if you've already done so, you need to be aware of the scam potential. A lawsuit has come to light alleging that many banks have been overcharging veterans during refinancing, burying fees they're not allowed to charge. Therefore, it's not much of a stretch to be concerned that overcharges can appear during an original purchase as well.

Know your rights, and know what you can and can't be charged for. Here are a few examples: • You can be charged only 1 percent of the loan amount as an origination fee. Be sure to watch this.

• You can be charged only the actual amount of incidentals, such as the cost of appraisals, credit report, title insurance, and more, not inflated fees.

• You cannot be charged for the cost of an attorney, unless it pertains to title examination. (This is where the lawsuit came in. It alleges that attorney fees were buried in title examination costs.)

• The lender must use ONE of two forms to disclose fees you pay, and not split those fees between a HUD-1 statement and a new origination statement.

• You cannot be charged fees not listed in Circular 26-10-1. This information sheet outlines all the fees banks are allowed to charge you. Go to www.ben efits.va.gov/homeloans to find Circular 26-10-1.

If you've already purchased a home, pull out your paperwork. If you have been overcharged you might get your money back, but you have to find the overcharges first.

If you're already a homeowner with a VA loan, look through all the Circulars to see if any apply to you. There are Circulars about problems with drywall, acceptance of condo associations, info on the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (protections you have while on active duty in regard to your mortgage) and others. ST Write to Freddy Groves in care of King Features, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

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ne Hundred Years? 101 Years? No, it’s Neil Berg’s 102 Years Of Broadway, the highly anticipated follow-up en-gagement to the two past season shows, 100 Years and 101 Years on stage at The Peabody January 5, 2012 at 8 P.M! Neil Berg’s widely acclaimed 102 Years Of Broadway is a musical revue of Broadway’s most celebrated shows, featuring a dazzling cast of five Broadway stars performing songs from the hits in which they starred, accompanied by an all-star New York band. Mr. Berg recreates the greatest moments from the finest shows of the century featuring shows such as Pippin, Cabaret, Miss Saigon, LaBoheme, Phantom Of The Opera, Show Boat, La Cage Aux Follies, A Chorus Line, and many others.

Neil Berg presents brilliantly revived arrangements of these Broadway classics, as well as thrilling numbers from Broadway’s newest hit shows.

Along with the musical director and pianist, Neil Berg, the production will feature Rita Harvey, Carter Calvert, Ted Louis Levy, Craig Schulman, and Brad Little. Neil Berg narrates the

show from the piano. His approach is that he is giving a party, the audience is in his living room, and he invited some singers to sing. It is not a boring, predictable chronology of Broadway.

While it is semi-scripted, the cast goes with the flow. It is different every night which keeps it fresh.

Neil Berg and various cast members have been on this official Broadway national tour for six years, but he has been producing concerts for over 20 years. This show is a culmination of all of these years. ST

Tickets for 101 Years of Broadway range from $35–$50, plus service fees, can be purchased at The Peabody Box Office, 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach or by calling Ticket Master at 800-745-3000, online at www.ticketm aster.com Tickets may also be purchased at any local WalMart store in the electronics department. For additional information, please call the box office at 386-671-3460.

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Pet Care Dog’s Cough Is A Worry

by Sam Mazzotta

Dear Paw’s Corner: My friend has a Border Collie mix, Jeffy, who is about two or three years old. He snorts or coughs at least 10 or 15 times a day, and when he does, a copious amount of mucus comes out of his nose. Can you tell me what causes this and how to remedy it?

—B.P., Prince George, VA Dear B.P.: Coughing in dogs can have a number of causes, ranging from allergy to serious infection. The first thing your friend needs to do is take Jeffy to the veterinarian to rule out a dangerous illness like kennel cough or other infection, or an injury.

Your friend should let the vet know how long Jeffy has had this cough, if he was recently boarded or regularly goes to doggy day care, and if his shots are up to date. Jeffy also should be regularly treated with a heartworm preventive; if he isn't, your friend must let the doctor know. If Jeffy dealt with a recent flea infestation, you should let the vet know that as well.

If Jeffy is diagnosed with an illness —respiratory infections can happen to any dog—the vet will determine the type of infection and prescribe medicine to treat it. He also may prescribe a cough suppressant to give the dog a little relief from the coughing.

If Jeffy gets a clean bill of health, your friend will want to look into other causes of his cough and mucus, such as seasonal allergies, a food allergy, or an environmental allergy such as dampness and/or mold in the house. Treatment, along with reduced exposure to the allergen that's causing the problem, can make a big difference. ST

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want to tell you a story about a man I knew. We all face hard times in our lives, whether it is the death of a loved one, cancer, or even stuff we bring on ourselves. He had a combination of all of those things, plus some I hadn’t even thought of.

Of all of the adversity he faced, the one thing that stood out to me was how he was treated by other people.

His peers ridiculed and mocked him and called him names. Teachers told him he was useless and ignorant and would never amount to anything. He grew up in a broken home with parents that did not care to raise a child and spend the time with him that they should have.

All of that didn’t include the additional issue of both parents having been married multiple times as he grew up.

I do not have any real way to relate to someone like that and can only imagine what being raised in such an environment would do to someone.

As a young adult he did not fare a whole lot better. Even under the best of circumstances life is hard; when you have such a start it is almost unbelievable that such a person could have survived to grow old.

Every day was a struggle. It was a struggle to get up in the morning and a struggle to close his eyes at night and escape his life.

There were times that the only solution, he thought, was to just end it all. He lacked the nerve to actually do such a thing.

Instead, he continued to fight his demons.

The first thing he lost was his self-respect. It is hard to believe in yourself when you have been told so many times you were born to fail. His health started to fail and it was not long before he was in the hospital as much as he was out.

Drugs and alcohol, he had thought, would take the edge off such a life. In

his thoughts, for those brief moments life was bearable.

Some folks over the years tried to help him and there were a few times when it seemed like he might have a chance to get out of this pit of a life he had bogged down into.

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People who knew him saw a wasted life, but few really understood what had set him along such a path.

I wish this were a story with a happy ending, but it is not. It is about the reality of life and the choices we make that affect others as well as ourselves.

There are many success stories about people who lived such lives, but there is also a lot of those like this man that end with no success.

He was found dead one day lying across his bed. He had very little family and no money.

It was a sad life that ended just as sadly; no hope and only desperation.

I think about this fellow during this time of year. He lost hope along the way.

I believe the true meaning of Christmas and this time of the year is all about hope.

We are going to need a lot of that hope over the next few years. Remember, this Christmas is not spelled with an “X.” ST

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Make Your Home A Hard Target

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hen a burglar considers homes to target, they have to take into account how difficult it will be to get inside the building. The two obvious entryways are doors and windows. The burglar is looking for the fastest and easiest way to get in and out. So, you can make your home undesirable to criminals by following these tips about securing your home’s entrances.

Knock on your outside doors. If they sound hollow it’s an indication that they are simply honeycomb frames sandwiched between thin sheets of plywood.

You can have the best, most expensive locks in the world on these doors, but they won’t do you any good because a person can easily kick down these flimsy barriers. Replace the hollow doors with solid wood or metal ones at every entry point.

Also, don’t get a door with windows, but make sure it does have a 180-degree peephole. You want to be able to see who is on the other side of you door, but you don’t want anyone to smash through a window and be able to reach inside.

Take a look at the doorframe where your lock’s bolt fits into place. The piece of metal surrounding the hole is called the strike plate. Sometimes these plates are secured with tiny screws that won’t withstand even one good kick. Instead, go with a heavy-duty strike plate held in place by four 3-inch screws.

If all you have is a standard doorknob lock on your doors, consider adding a deadbolt. Deadbolts can be the real crime stoppers. Choose a lock that is constructed of hardened steel and extends at least an inch into your doorjamb. Be careful, though, if you have any windows within easy reach of the door as someone can just break the window, reach in, and turn the lock.

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Sliding glass doors need to be properly secured, too. The standard lock that usually comes with the doors may not be enough to keep anyone out. Install some type of secondary lock or put a broomstick or dowel in the inside track to jam the door.

If you like to keep an extra key handy somewhere outside your home in the event you misplace your main key, hide it very carefully. Avoid the typical places like the mailbox, on top of the doorframe, under the welcome mat, or in a potted plant. Consider leaving that extra key with a trusted neighbor rather than risk leaving it someplace where it could be found.

Windows should be secured by secondary locks. Supplement the common latches with screws, wooden dowels, pinning devices, or key-operated locks.

Keep in mind, though, that you want to be able to open the windows from the inside during a house fire or other emergency. If you have a window air conditioner, make sure it is secured from the inside to prevent anyone from yanking it out.

A burglar typically only spends about a minute trying to get into a home; time is of the essence for them. So, make it hard for anyone to break in, and chances are thieves won’t even bother. ST

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hen inflammation occurs, chemical mediators are released from cells and joint tissue. This process can damage cartilage, bone, and ligaments and cause joint deformities and function impairment, better known as rheumatoid arthritis (RA) a chronic progressive inflammatory arthritis and autoimmune disease.

Until the last several years, strategic RA treatment ranged from NSAIDs (nonster oidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and corticosteroids for symptom control, to a more biologically modifying process by adding Methotrexate (MTX) or other disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) for joint damage control and prevention.

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Today, there are more than twenty biologic DMARDs being studies at different phases of research, which are steps required prior to gaining FDA approval

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This Is A Hammer Check Heating Unit Now

by Samantha Mazzotta

Q: Please settle an argument for me.

I feel our heating unit needs to be maintained every year, while my housemate has an attitude of, “If it ain't broke, don't mess with it.” Who's right?

—Jackie L. in Maryland A: While most homeowners don't have their heating (and cooling) systems checked every year they should try to schedule a maintenance checkup at least every other year. A licensed air conditioning and heating professional can check the entire system, including ducting and vents, point out potential trouble spots, and ensure the unit is working efficiently.

Homeowners can do some of their own maintenance to keep the heating system in top shape for winter. Fall is the best time to do this, before you need the heat. Here are some tips: • Change the air filter, even if it is relatively clean and was changed on schedule last winter. When using the heating system replace the filter monthly.

• Open vents and registers, check for debris and vacuum out dust and dirt.

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This not only keeps warm air flowing freely, it helps reduce allergies from dust and pollen.

• Clean the blower and motor housing. Often accessible behind the air filter, make sure these two important parts of the heater are free of dust and dirt.

Wipe with a clean rag. Don't use solvents or harsh chemicals on these parts.

• If your heater is a natural gas unit, make sure the pilot light is working efficiently. Turn the burner control to OFF and wait three minutes for the pilot light assembly to cool. Open the pilot light access panel. Turn the burner control to PILOT and light the pilot light (you may need to depress the control while lighting). The pilot light should relight fairly quickly and burn with a blue flame.

It may not seem like much, but simply inspecting and cleaning the heating unit each year can go a long way toward preventing unexpected repair bills. ST Send your questions to ask@thisisa hammer.com or write This Is a Hammer, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O.Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853.

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Premier Health Meetings—held in the classrooms of the Medical Office Building, main campus, Daytona Beach. Programs are $11 including lunch. Reserve by 4 pm on the Friday prior to the meeting. Call if you need to cancel. We’ll try to transfer your reservation to a last minute caller; however you will be expected to honor your reservation if a replacement is not available.

Thursday, Jan. 26, noon: Dr. Anania will talk about The Role Of A Hospitalist, and why you might not have your own doctor while in the hospital setting. Menu: Stuffed cabbage, vegetable, rolls, beverages and orange cake. Reserve by 4 pm on Friday, Jan. 20. * Thursday, Feb. 23, noon: Melissa Baumann certified diabetes educator, will help us start off the new year by Getting Our Plate In Shape! She’ll have nutritional and weight-loss suggestions that are practical and easy to use. Menu: Chicken Bruchetta, grilled vegetables, salad, beverages and low-fat cheesecake with berries. Reserve by 4 pm on Friday, Feb. 17. * Thursday, March 22, noon: Dr. Adel Daas is a gastroenterologist who will address the Signs And Symptoms of GERD, including acid reflux and heartburn. This is a common digestive issue that many people experience. Menu: Bakes seafood cakes, vegetables, rolls, beverages and chocolate cake for dessert. Reserve by 4 pm on Friday, March 16. * Activities to learn from and enjoy! Register at 386/615-4334 Thursday, January 19, NOON: Suzanne Heddy from the MacDonald House Welcome Center and Museum, will be our Armchair Adventures speaker in the classrooms on the main campus. The program is Florida Before Air Conditioning—From 10,000 B.C. To Present. A very entertaining speaker, you will enjoy and learn all kinds of interesting information. Lunch: sliced roast beef and gravy, vegetables, mashed potato, beverages, and spice cake for dessert. Cost: $15 with proceeds donated to the hospital. *

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Tuesday, January 24, 11:30 AM: DVD Book Club without the book! The program features two chapters from Lifelong Health, and we enjoy lunch from the café in between the chapters (your own expense).

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Thursday, March 8, noon: Financial Town Hall sponsored by the Foundation. Enjoy a complimentary lunch and speaker who will answer your financial questions. We’ll focus on taxes, but all financial questions are welcome. Located on the 11th floor classroom, main campus. Reserve ahead to save your seat.

Sunday, March 11: Hello Dolly!, Alhambra Dinner Theater, Jacksonville. See and hear this Tony Award winning story for Best Musical starring Sally Struthers—who is just about perfect as Dolly Levi in this production full of spectacular costumes, dancing, and singing. We have all front row seats for this show— reserve now. Cost: $65 per person. Bus pickups: 9:15 am, Beville Road; 9:30 am, FHMMC; and 10 am, Flagler. Advance reservations are required.

April 23–28: A Deluxe Motorcoach Trip To The Amish Country. Many featured highlights, call the Premier Health office for a brochure. Six days, five nights, two meals per day and activities included.

Cost: Double occupancy is $1,287 per person. Registration and $200 deposit due by Jan. 25. It promises to be a fun time!

Not a member? Call 386/ 615-4334 to sign up for this free community program. * Indicates a salad luncheon substitute is available when ordered or requested in advance.

Premier Health of Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center 301 Memorial Medical Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL 32117 386/ 615-4334 For more information or to request a membership packet, call us!