Seniors Today Volusia Edition January 20th 2012

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January 20, 2012

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ears ago I wrote an article about “Lefties,” those born to write with their left hand. At that time, I rarely saw or heard of people who were left-handed, living in our righthanded world. I learned from a twin girl that mirror twins were to be one left-handed and one right-handed as it was with her and her sister.

I have worked part time at a front desk where visitors sign in before proceeding.

It was a complete surprise to notice that the percentage of those who are left handed.

(Not 50/50 but getting close).

One day a lady signed in with her left hand and when someone commented, she said, “Of course, I’m left-handed. I am from England and we are taught to write with our left hand.” I had never heard that before and am still wondering.

When Mother’s Day rolled around, my daughter presented me with a book by Ed Wright titled A Left-Handed History Of The World. He referred to the ‘leftie’ as having such traits as being intuitive, selftaught, experimental, iconoclastic, having visual-spatial skills, being a fantasist, hottempered, solitary, and being a lateral thinker (the ability to see one thing in terms of another). He noted that not all lefties carried all the traits but is an excellent basis he found in discovering the skills, etc. of ‘lefties’ from the Renaissance period until now.

To name a few historical lefties, there is: Alexander the Great, Beethoven, Charlie Chaplain, Madame Curie, Henry Ford,

Ghandi, Joan of Arc, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Isaac Newton, Napoleon, Queen Victoria, Raphael, and Mark Twain.

Presidents George Bush, Bill Clinton, Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan, and now Barack Obama served and are serving our country, taking care of business as ‘lefties.’

You Name It …by Kitty Maiden

At a high school reunion, an old friend (Don) that I hadn’t seen in years, told a classmate when it was my turn at the microphone… “watch her, she will pick up the mic with her left hand.”

When I finished telling all about life since high school, I walked back to my seat.

As I passed Don and Bunny, they were laughing. They stopped me to relate their comments. I asked, “How did you happen to remember that?”

Don’s answer: “Because I sat next to you and tried to copy your answers when we were taking tests. I couldn’t see your paper for you left hand.”

This brings to mind… be careful what you do… and what you say… because someone will remember it and someday remind you of it. ST Kitty Maiden is a staff writer for Seniors Today.

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Come learn the steps you can take at this free luncheon seminar on Thurs., Jan. 26 from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. at the Hilton Garden Inn, 55 Town Center Blvd., Palm Coast to make sure those you care about are always cared for. The Privilege of Planning workshop will focus on estate and pre-need planning.

Principal moderators will be Nancy Lohman with Lohman Funeral Homes and Bill Tol, with Florida Hospital Flagler Foundation. For details or to RSVP, call 386-586-4440.

Start the new year by taking control of your health with a few simple tests.

Prevention Plus, Inc., is conducting tests for stroke, arterial disease, abdominal aortic aneurysm, osteoporosis, heart scan, and more on Thurs., Jan. 26 and Feb. 2 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.

Appointments must be made. To register, call 1-888-667-7587.

Natural Smile Seminars

Are you the caregiver for your loved one? The Council on Aging (COA) will host Caring For The Caregiver with guest speaker Mark Spivey who specializes in dealing with fatigue in the home and work environment on Feb. 10 from 10 A.M. to NOON at the Port Orange YMCA, 4701 City Center Parkway. Seating is limited. RSVP to 386760-9622 or bjohnson@vfymca.org

The Parkinson Association of Greater Daytona Beach is pleased to announce that Dr. Ramon Gutierrez, A.P., M.A. will address its association member group. A Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Dr. Gutierrez’ subject will be Acupuncture And Traditional Chinese Medicine as an alternative approach for treating symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.The event will be held at Bishop’s Glen Retirement Center (auditorium) at 900 LPGA Blvd. in Holly Hill on Wednesday, Jan. 25 from 2 to 3:30 P.M. Reservations for this event are suggested. For more information, please contact Vince Kinsler by calling 386-676-6375.

Do you have missing teeth or ill-fitting dentures? Find out if dental implants are right for you at a free patient information days. The seminars are scheduled for, Tues., Jan. 24, 4 P.M. at the offices of Florida Oral & Facial Surgical Associates, in Daytona Beach and on Tues., Jan. 31 at 4 P.M. in New Smyrna Beach. Seating is limited and light refreshments served. Please make your reservation by calling 386-868-0741.

Annuities Seminar Find out about different types of annuities and their features, retirement uncertainties that could impact your strategy, and how an annuity can supplement your retirement income in a free seminar hosted by Jose H. Silva, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones and presented by Larry Francis of Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York on Tues., Jan. 31 from 12 NOON to 1:30 P.M. at 555 W. Granada Blvd., Ste. H-10.

Lunch will be served. Be sure to reserve your space at 386-671-9488.

Learning, Living & Laughing Series Bishop’s Glen, 900 LPGA Blvd., Holly Hill has a series of free events during the month of February. The event are open to the public so bring a friend and join them. Topics include: The Impact Of Spirituality On Your Life on Feb. 9 at 1:30 P.M.; Caregivers Support Group, Wed., Feb. 15 at 1:30 P.M.; The Myths And Realities Of Dementia on Fri., Feb. 17 at 10:30 A.M.; Veteran’s Aid And Attendance Benefits on Mon., Feb. 20 at 2:30 P.M.; Parkinson’s Support Group on Wed., Feb. 22 at 2 P.M.; Is Chiropractic Care For Me? on Fri., Feb. 24 at 10:30 A.M.; and A Guide To Conversation Starters For Boomers And Their Senior Loved Ones on Wed., Feb. 29 at 6 P.M. Please RSVP to 386-226-9110.

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Care For The Caregiver

Long-Term Care You are invited to join Grand Villa, 535 N. Nova Rd., Ormond Beach for a free seminar to learn how to pay for different levels of Long-Term Care Insurance. The seminar is presented by Carlos Dias, Jr. with Secure Financial Planning and Thomas Upchurch with Every, Stack & Upchurch on Wed., Jan. 25 at 11 A.M. The seminar is open to the public and refreshments will be served. To reserve your space, RSVP to 386-868-0717 by Jan. 23.

Lunch Bunch Holy Cross Lutheran Church at 724 Big Tree Rd. in South Daytona sponsors a “Lunch Bunch” every Thurs. beginning at 12 noon. 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.

Free Caregiver’s Day Need a break from caregiving? First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach is providing free Caregiver’s Days Out that includes food, fun, and special attention for care receivers. The days are from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. on Thurs., Feb. 9; Thurs., March 8; Thurs., April 12; and Sat., May 19 at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach.

For information, call Sherry at 386677-3581, ext. 311. This is a wonderful opportunity for caregivers to have a break and know that their loved ones are being taken care of in a loving environment.

Pet Vet Cruiser Volusia County’s Pet Vet Cruiser offers free and low-cost spaying and neutering for pets. Residents in unincorporated Volusia County can catch the Pet Vet Cruiser, by appointment, around the county in February. This Pet Vet Cruiser’s spay and neuter program is based on income and has a slidingfee scale. Residents seeking free or lowcost pet spaying and neutering must provide proof of income to qualify.

Appointments for service are required and can be made from 10 A.M.–3 P.M., Monday through Friday. Walk-ins are not accepted. For more information about the ordinance and/or cost, qualifications, or to schedule an appointment for the Pet Vet Cruiser, please call 386323-3575 (Daytona Beach), 386-6266643 (DeLand), or 386-424-6875 (New Smyrna Beach).

Vaudeville Show You won’t want to miss this lively show sponsored by the DeBary V.F.W. offering dancers, singers, comedians, clowns, magicians, and more at the Peabody Auditorium on Sat., Feb. 4 at 2 P.M. The event will close with Stetson University’s 100 piece band. Tickets are just $15 and are available at the DeBary V.F.W., Ticketmaster, and the Peabody ticket office. For more information, call 386-574-3400.

Support Group Grief Support Group A grief support group for New Smyrna Beach and the surrounding areas meets at the NSB Library at 1001 S. Dixie Hwy. the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 1:30–3 P.M. Anyone who has lost a loved one is welcome to join this group. For more information, call 386-426-2633 or 386-428-6458 and leave a message.

Exemption Of Wages From Garnishment

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ection 222.11, Florida statutes provides an exemption of wages from garnishment. Garnishment is a legal process whereby a creditor seeks money or assets of a debtor held by a third party. For example, if a debtor has a bank account, a creditor can file a garnishment action against the bank, and take the funds in the bank account. Before money is paid for employment, the employer holds the money for the employee.

The statute defines earnings as compensation paid or payable for personal services or labor, whether it is called wages, salary, commission, or bonus. It says disposable earnings of a head of family, up to $750 a week, may not be attached or garnished unless the debtor has agreed otherwise in writing. The statute states strict requirements for a waiver of this protection. Disposable earnings is the net after required withholding.

A head of family is a person who provides more than one-half of the support for a child or other dependent. Thus, Florida law requires that the debtor be supporting a legal dependent to qualify under the exemption. If disposable earnings exceed $750, the amount over $750 is not exempt. The statute also limits garnishment to the amount allowed under the federal law, known as the Consumer

Credit Protection Act. The federal law contains additional complicated percentage limitations.

Elder Law …by Michael A. Pyle

If one is not a head of family, wages may still be exempt, under the Consumer Credit Protection Act. That law exempts wages exceeding 25 percent of one’s wages or 30 times the minimum wage.

Earnings that are exempt and deposited in any financial institution remain protected for 6 months after the earnings are deposited, if the funds can be traced and identified as earnings, even if the funds are commingled with other funds.

If a creditor does pursue exempt wages, the debtor may make an oath showing that it is exempt. If the debtor files such an oath, the statute provides a procedure for addressing it.

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or supper GAG and I had deviled eggs, green beans seasoned with hog jowl, stewed potatoes with butter, pork roast, and chocolate drop cookies. Yum, Yum it was good. GAG’s cardiologist shuddered as he ate three cookies hot from the oven.

I cooked. Yes, I can, with a host of dead relatives looking over my shoulder, all telling me what to, and what not to do, just like they always did.

My mother was a great cook, not a patient cook, not a kitchen professor, but a great cook. No matter, I was a totally uninterested student. I’ve wished a gazillion times that I’d have paid more attention.

My mother could make a bologna sandwich taste like a gourmet meal. She never did anything halfway.

Tasty is, as tasty does and she fed her family well. Mother’s chocolate pie was to die for, and her banana pudding could have settled world wars.

Her homemade rolls would rise off the plate. Mother was with me tonight, checking the oven temp, stirring pots, asking: ‘why, with enough time to watch football, did you not have enough time to make bread? Great cooks plan ahead. Think, Peg, think!’

George’s mother came along for the event… rumbling around the refrigerator, asking: ‘where’s the roughage?’ ‘Grandma’ always had to have roughage. She was the only person I’ve ever known who put sugar on tomatoes and lettuce. ‘Grandma’ didn’t stamp her approval on this meal because I didn’t have ambrosia, her specialty, and ‘No coconut cake? You’ve got to have fresh coconut cake to make a genuinely Southern meal.’

During the many times she spent the winter with us in Ft. Myers, I came to understand and love her. I finally accepted that wrinkling her nose whenever I cooked did not indicate total rejection. It only meant that I was doing something different from ‘her way.’ She’d stand beside me and I’d notice the nose twitching.

‘What’s wrong Grandma?’

‘Nothing.’

Wrong! She didn’t have an allergy that caused her nose to twitch. Her body language betrayed my error.

‘What is it,’ I’d ask?

‘Nothing… only… I’ve just never seen anyone add milk to eggs.’

‘That’s the way my mother did it… makes’em scramble light and fluffy.’

(More nose wrinkling), then complete dismissal of the absurd notion. Just never seen anyone add milk to eggs.’

She followed me around the kitchen tonight, (you couldn’t see her, but trust me she was there) and watched as I added spices and chemicals to my creations. ‘Just never seen anybody put Vinegar on pork roast, she’d have commented!’

For the pork roast I added Balsamic Vinegar thinking that it might tenderize the meat… and it tastes so good. Of course, I added garlic, onion powder, rosemary, soul food seasoning, red pepper, and some other spice that I can’t pronounce or spell.

For glaze I blended soy sauce and horseradish—improves everything, even a common cold.

In between Wild Card Playoffs and oven timers I finished the meal, then called GAG. ‘Come and get it.’ My paternal grandmother was beside me ringing the dinner

Happy Talk …by George & Peggy Goldtrap bell, gonging the crew from the fields. As a child, I loved the huge iron bell high on a cedar pole, a sentinel of safety guarding the door to her kitchen. The bell’s rope was looped on nails at the base of the pole. I loved its powerful sound echoing and clanging; ‘Come Home, Hot Food, Ready, Eat!’ Once in a blue moon, my grand-daddy would relent and let me ring the bell… one time only. I was so little and light that if the bell rope was pulled down, and if I could hang on, the counter-weight would ride me halfway up the pole. My grandmother shakes her finger at me sternly warning: ‘You ring that bell and half the county will come running.’

Not to brag, but tonight’s food was delicious. Next Weight Watchers meeting, I’ll have to confess in sackcloth and ashes, because I can’t believe I ate the whole thing.

As GAG and I sat stuffed, stupefied, and slumped in our easy chairs, I thought about his sister. Lillian was a sweet, gregarious woman who generously opened her modern farm home for family feasts, weddings, baby showers, and fun in general. Lillian never missed an opportunity to sing the 12 Days of Christmas, picnic on the creek, or have an engagement party on the lawn. At the close of any food related ceremony, Lillian would always stand up and say: ‘Let’s hear it for the cooks!’ Applause. Every cook who had contributed anything was named and given a round of applause for their efforts.

Thanks Lillian, I felt your approval tonight and remembered your encouragement. Trust me, your tribute and thoughtfulness is a lesson that I’ll be able to share with future generations.

Goodnight my friends and families past; and rousing applause for all the old folks who taught us how to cook and how to live. Come back to my little kitchen anytime. Wish you were here in flesh as well as Spirit. ST George and Peggy Goldtrap are both actors, speakers, and writers living in Ormond By The Sea. Contact them at geor gegoldtrap@gmail.com

Senior Service Line Yes, You Can Afford A Pet

by Matilda Charles

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hose of us who already have pets know the benefits of pet ownership. There's just something very physically and emotionally positive about owning a cat or dog, and the research literature is full of proof of the benefits.

We generally have lower blood pressure because pets reduce stress and anxiety. Maybe it's the soft fur to pet, the funny antics or the happy welcome when we come home, but we're happier and better able to fend off depression.

We're also in better shape, more active and physical, because of the care we need to give: walking, throwing toys, feeding, bending to put down food and water, daily brushing.

Limited incomes can come into play, however. If you have a pet but are considering giving it up because of the cost of pet food, wait. All across the country there are local groups that can help you keep your pet. Some will help financially if the cost of food is too much.

Others will help with the cost of veterinary care. One group will even take

care of your pet if you go into the hospital. Other groups will match seniors with pets and provide help.

If you receive Meals on Wheels or another program, they often have pet food they can deliver too. Your first calls should be to the local humane society, the pet store, or the veterinarian: They're the ones most likely to know about programs available in your area. Or go online and search for “pet food assistance” and put in your town and state.

If you don't have a pet, consider starting the New Year with an adult pet that's outgrown the puppy/kitten stage and needs someone to love. It will be good for both of you! ST

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A Taste Of Italy With Singing Chef Andy Lorusso Special to Seniors Today

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oin the crowd at The Peabody for Everything Italian Day Saturday, February 18 at 1 P.M. Italy comes to The Peabody “Piazza” with Italian food, music, prizes, booths, games, and a personal book signing by the Singing Chef himself! Doors open at 11 A.M., and the Singing Chef takes the stage at 1 P.M. with A Taste Of Italy, a lively celebration of food, wine, and song. Lucky audience members join in sampling the culinary creations and the luckiest will delight in “Nona Grace’s Ricotta Cheesecake.”

After the show, Chef Andy will autograph his cookbooks and pose for an occasional photo while Everything Italian Day winds down. Let your Italian out! Mangia!

Andy Lorusso, The Singing Chef, is a best-selling author and cooking icon, thanks to the success and ongoing popularity of his timeless book, Sing And Cook Italian, and his unique cooking cabaret shows.

At the age of 22, Andy signed with Epic Records and recorded several popular jazz standards. He later moved to California where he studied with world renowned vocal coach, Giovanna d’Onofrio. Under Giovanna’s tutelage, Andy studied all of the arias and love songs of the great Italian composers. In 1991, Andy stumbled upon a way to combine his passion for music and food by cooking his family’s best recipes to classic, beautiful love songs. Thus, The Singing Chef was officially born!

Despite the fact that Andy has a penchant for authentic old-fashioned cuisine, he has managed to modernize his act by recently launching a new CD entitled, Cooking Cabaret: An International Cooking Musical. The musical will soon be mak-

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ing its theatrical debut at performing arts centers and theaters all over the United States and Canada. Andy is also in the process of producing a TV pilot that will involve reuniting families of all types by creating original family recipes, and singing and cooking together. ST

Tickets for The Singing Cherf are $45, $35, $25, & $15, plus service fees, and they can be purchased at The Peabody Box Office, 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach weekdays between 10:30 A.M. and 5:30 P.M. and Saturdays between 10 A.M. and 2 P.M., or by calling Ticket Master at 800-745-3000, online at www.ticketmaster.com or at any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets may also be purchased at any local WalMart store in the electronics department. Group discounts are available for 15 or more for this show For additional information, please call the box office at 386-671-3460.

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Clutter Getting You Down?

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he beginning of a new year is a perfect time to sort out some of the stuff that is taking up space around your home. Why not de-clutter your home and simplify your life—you’ll feel better! Let’s face it, these days, we all have a lot of stuff and it can complicate one’s life. Over the years, it’s natural that we can accumulate many treasures, gems, and keepsakes but our homes can only hold so much. Employ a helper who can give you an objective perspective on items that you seem unduly attached.

Here are some tips for specific areas: Kitchen cupboards. Go through your kitchen cabinets and pantry one at a time.

You’ll be surprised at the items you’ve been keeping that have absolutely no use to you anymore. Evaluate dishware and small appliances for how much you use them. If they are rarely or never used, maybe they could be donated. Also, take a look at the spices you keep in stock. If they are really dated, discard them, since they would be long past their potency. Consider restocking only the spices and seasonings you use on a regular basis.

Bedroom closets. I don’t know about you, but I can safely say that I probably have way too many clothes. There are many items that rarely get worn, are out of style, or simply worn out. Sort into piles of keep, donate, or throw out. Don’t forget to sort through shoes and coats/jackets as well.

Bathrooms. Check the labels on prescription and over-the-counter medications and if past the date, discard. It could be dangerous to use after their expiration dates, not to mention the clutter they cause. Also, consider discarding medication that you simply do not need anymore. Why keep them around?

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…by Kathy M. Bryant Linen closet. Don’t forget the linen closet. Look through towels and relegate thin and worn towels to the rag pile or consider donating them to an animal shelter where there is always a need. Take inventory of sheets, blankets, comforters, and pillows. If you have a stockpile, maybe you should whittle it down a bit. There is always a need for these items at local shelters.

One crucial aspect of the de-cluttering process is that you have to throw away the unused and unwanted items. Do not just take everything out and rearrange. This doesn’t solve your problem and only puts the job off for another time. Go ahead and get started.

You’ll feel much lighter and your home will seem larger. ST Kathy M. Bryant is with the Volusia County Extension Office. For further information, call 386-822-5778.

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George Jones... Still Going Strong Special to Seniors Today

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he Peabody proudly presents country music legend, George Jones, Thursday, February 9, at 7:30 P.M. Through the years, Peabody patrons have been treated to performances by Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, and Merle Haggard, but George Jones is making his first ever appearance at The Peabody!

By the age of 24, the East Texasborn country icon had been married twice, served in the Marines, and was a veteran of the Texas honky-tonk circuit. In 1955, during a recording session in Houston, the producer suggested George quit singing like his idols—among them Roy Acuff and Hank Williams— and try singing like himself. The result was Why Baby Why, his first top five song in which he co-wrote.

In 1959, Jones captured his first country #1 hit with White Lightning. He also reached the top of the charts with Tender Years, She Thinks I Still Care, The Window Up Above, another of his compositions, The Race Is On, and Walk Through This World With Me. In 1969, Jones had further success with other hits which include The Grand Tour, A Picture

Of Me Without You, and The Door. Additionally, he had duet hits with his then wife, who is also a country music artist, which included We're Gonna Hold On, Golden Ring, and Near You. Over the last two decades, George Jones has been referred to as “the greatest living country singer.” His solo number-one hits total fifteen, but when you consider collaboration with other artists, his hits are an amazing 150 songs! ST

Tickets for George Jones are $55, $50, & $43, plus service fees, and they can be purchased at The Peabody Box Office, 600 Auditorium Blvd., Daytona Beach weekdays between 10:30 A.M. and 5:30 P.M. and Saturdays between 10 A.M. and 2 P.M., or by calling Ticket Master at 800-745-3000, online at www.ticketmaster.com or at any Ticketmaster outlet.

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What’s In The Stars

For The Week Of January 23

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) With the new year's goals within reach, your courageous aspects are raring to go.

Don't be surprised if people follow the zodiac's most trusted leader.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Change lies ahead for the Bovine who is ready to shuck off the tried and true for something new. Appearances can be deceptive. Check it all out first.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) This week promises a peek into what the new year holds for the Gemini Twins, both in love and careers. Family matters continue to be a factor.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) As you move into the new year, your travel aspects grow strong, and you might find yourself making decisions about a destination and a traveling companion.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) The new year holds both glitter and gold. This means Leos and Leonas should begin getting the facts they'll need to separate the real thing from the sham.

VIRGO (August 23 to Sept. 22) A good way to start the new year is to visit someone you haven't seen in a long time. You also might want to pick up that project you put off.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) As you contemplate the new year's potential, talk things over with people who are or have been where you want to go. Their experience and advice can be helpful.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Someone close to you might feel you have no more room for them in your life.

This calls for reassurance of your love so you can start the new year right.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) The coming year will bring more people into your life. Some situations might not work out as well as others. Overall, everyone earns something though.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) The new year could find you indulging in a hobby you've always wanted to take up. Don't be surprised if they direct you toward a new career.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) The artistic Aquarian should find more opportunities this year. You might even make some potentially helpful contacts as you gather to ring in the year 2012.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) The new year offers challenges for Pisceans who want to make better use of the skills they now have. Personal relationships show stronger aspects. ST

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anuary is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, an important time to spread the word about this sight-stealing disease.

Glaucoma is called the sneak thief of sight since there are no symptoms and once vision is lost, it’s permanent.

As much as 40 perecent of vision can be lost without a person noticing.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of preventable blindness. Moreover, among African American and Latino populations, glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness, and it is more prevalent.

Glaucoma is 6 to 8 times more common in African Americans than Caucasians.

Over 2.2 million Americans, and over 60 million people worldwide, have glaucoma. Experts estimate that half of them don’t know they have it. Combined with our aging population, we can see an epidemic of blindness looming if we don’t raise awareness about the importance of regular eye examinations to preserve vision.

Help Raise Awareness In the United States, approximately 120,000 are blind from glaucoma, accounting for 9 to 12 percent of all cases of blindness. Talk to friends and family about glaucoma. If you have glaucoma, don’t keep it a secret. Let your family members know.

What is Glaucoma?

Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that gradually steal sight without warning. Although the most common forms primarily affect the middle-aged and the elderly, glaucoma can affect people of all ages.

Vision loss is caused by damage to the optic nerve. This nerve acts like an electric cable with over a million wires.

It is responsible for carrying images from the eye to the brain.

There is no cure for glaucoma—yet.

However, medication or surgery can slow or prevent further vision loss. The

appropriate treatment depends upon the type of glaucoma among other factors. Early detection is vital to stopping the progress of the disease.

Types of Glaucoma There are two main types of glaucoma: primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG), and angle-closure glaucoma.

These are marked by an increase of intraocular pressure (IOP), or pressure inside the eye. When optic nerve damage has occurred despite a normal IOP, this is called normal tension glaucoma.

Secondary glaucoma refers to any case in which another disease causes or contributes to increased eye pressure, resulting in optic nerve damage and vision loss.

Facts and Statistics Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the world, according to the World Health Organization. In the most common form, there are virtually no symptoms. Vision loss begins with peripheral or side vision, so if you have glaucoma, you may not notice anything until significant vision is lost.

The best way to protect your sight from glaucoma is to get a comprehensive eye examination. Then, if you have glaucoma, treatment can begin immediately.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness among African-Americans.

Among Hispanics in older age groups, the risk of glaucoma is nearly as high as that for African-Americans. Also, siblings of persons diagnosed with glaucoma have a significantly higher risk.

Risk Factors Those at higher risk include people of African, Asian, and Hispanic descent.

Other high-risk groups include: people over 60, family members of those already diagnosed, diabetics, and people who are severely nearsighted. Regular eye exams are especially important for those at higher risk for glaucoma. ST Visit the website, www. glaucoma.org and/or request to have a free educational booklet sent to you.

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Acupuncture & Sinusitis

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here are many types of sinus problems, including allergy symptoms.

A couple of practitioners view sinusitis as being related to a person’s genetic disposition. Traditional Chinese medicine looks at sinusitis as fluid stasis, or the inability of the lungs to disperse water, with excessive fluid retention causing the problem.

We know that many times sinus problems get worse when the weather is damp; the sinuses being adversely affected by moisture. Sinus allergy symptoms occur when the body is hypersensitive to allergens. The body’s reaction is increased secretion. This over-reaction to an allergen is the body’s way of trying to flush out the allergen. Symptoms such as tearing eyes and a runny nose are evidence of this flushing out process. If the sinus cavity is blocked, backup pressure can cause a secondary headache and a stuffed-up nose.

As practitioners of Chinese medicine, we notice many people develop allergies later in life and that oftentimes these people also have an associated digestive disorder or lung problem. Persons with Fibromyalgia, kidney, or liver problems may have increased incidence of allergy discomfort because these conditions can reduce fluid circulation in the body. With fluid trapped, circulation slows down and the body cannot wash the allergens out in a timely manner.

Acupuncture, when gently applied to the face, has proven to be highly affective in increasing fluid circulation in the sinus cavity. Patients have reported the experience as having opened the flood gates.

Through acupuncture, we effectively flush out allergens and reduce swelling of the sinus cavity, which relieves discomfort such as headache and pain in the face.

Acupuncture & Physical Therapy Ramon Gutierrez, D.O.M. Acupuncture Physician Another way that we approach this problem is through a combination treatment with manual therapy. By applying manual techniques to the neck, we are able to reduce pressure build up from tight muscles that impinge on nerves that come out of the spine.

Whenever these tiny nerves are irritated by tight muscles, they cause a lot of pain and pressure symptoms around the nasal areas which are being supplied by these nerves.

At ARC, we strongly recommend the combination of Physical Therapy and Acupuncture for sinus related problems. The integration of eastern and western medicine gives the patient the best that two different worlds have to offer. ST For more information, please feel free to call 386-615-4800.

Stop Pain Now With Acupuncture and Physical Therapy Goodbye To Sinus Problems by Ray Couture I suffered from breathing problems most of my life due to asthma and chronic sinus infections. Countless over-the-counter and prescription medications failed to give lasting relief. As my symptoms worsened, my wife recommended I see the Acupuncturist at ARC. My first treatment consisted of Acupuncture, cupping, and herbal supplements. My nasal congestion eased almost instantly. By the end of treatment regimen, my breathing had improved and the swelling and tightness in my chest had loosened. Now, I can do long distances on my bicycle again, up to 30 miles trips!

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Antiques Disney Tickets

by Larry Cox

Q: I have three books of tickets from Walt Disney that were sent to me in 1970 or 1971 for being one of the first employees at the Florida attraction. Are they considered collectible?

—Henry, St. Cloud, Florida A: I spoke with several Disney collectors, and they seem to agree that your ticket books are probably worth in the $25 to $50 range. *** Q: I have a shoebox full of old postcards that date back to the 1940s. Many are from the American West, including Arizona. Do you have a suggestion of how I can determine their value?

—Jim, Goodyear, Arizona A: One of the better groups in your region is the Tucson Post Card Exchange, 820 Via Lucitas, Tucson, AZ 85718-1046. This is an active club that meets the first Sunday of each month at the Pima County Medical Society Building, 5199 East Farness, Tucson, AZ 85712. If a holiday interferes, the meeting is rescheduled for the week following. Meetings begin at 2:30 P.M. Dues

are only $15 per year and include a subscription to an excellent newsletter, Postscript. *** Q: I have a four-volume set of Abraham Lincoln by Carl Sandburg, published in 1939. How much should I ask for it?

—Jean, Apache Junction, Arizona A: There are dozens of copies available of the four-volume 1939 edition of Sandburg's Abraham Lincoln at www.abe.com Most are priced at $4 to $6 per volume. The first edition, originally published in 1926, is extremely rare and in the original dust jacket or slipcover can retail for several hundred dollars, depending on condition. *** Write to Larry Cox in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or e-mail to questionsforcox@aol.com Due to the large volume of mail he receives, Mr. Cox is unable to personally answer all reader questions. Do not send any materials requiring return mail.

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Lohman Funeral Home Opens In Deltona Special to Seniors Today

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ith almost 90,000 residents, the City of Deltona is the largest and fastest growing city between Jacksonville and Orlando and for the first time, they now have their own funeral home.

On December 11, Lohman Funeral Home opened a new location right in the heart of Deltona at 1681 Providence Boulevard, just down from City Hall.

The vacant, 6,000 square-foot building, which formerly housed offices and a restaurant, was renovated over the past six months into a beautiful facility that includes a chapel and a reception area appointed with stainedglass and chandeliers.

“We knew the community in Deltona needed and deserved a beautiful and convenient funeral home of their own,” said Lowell Lohman, President and CEO of Lohman Funeral Homes, Cemeteries & Cremation. “We will offer traditional funerals and memorial services as well personal tributes and celebrations of life.

Lohman Funeral Home Deltona will operate in-sync with its other locations, especially DeLand Memorial Gardens—a Lohman Cemetery. “With both the funeral home and our cemetery, we can now offer families in the Deltona and DeLand area one single continuum of care. They can go to

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The Lohman family also owns their own local crematory for the families they serve.

“Our crematory is beautiful, clean, and dignified; just as we would want if it were our family,” said Nancy Lohman.

The Lohman Family (Lowell, Nancy, Victor, and Ty) are the largest private familyowned operators of funeral homes and cemeteries in Florida. They own 14 locations in Volusia and Flagler countries in the central east area of Florida. Nancy serves as a Vice President of ICCFA (Int’l Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Assn. Ty serves as the Secretary/Treasurer of FCCFA (Florida Cemetery, Cremation, and Funeral Assn.).

For more details, contact Nancy Lohman at 725 W. Granada Blvd., Suite 48, Ormond Beach, Florida. 386-615-1100.

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Section B January 20, 2012 Halifax Humane Society—Tails From The Front dog will learn the command, and you will not need to use the treats or other props.

Changes will not happen overnight, but it is important to stick with the training and be consistent. Over time, your dog should begin to reduce its barking to more appropriate moments, and for a reasonable length of time. This will make for a quieter house, and happier neighbors. ST

s we all know, dogs love to bark. When they bark to greet us at the door, or bark at a stranger, we might be happy with their barking. Barking can be excessive at times, and can become a nuisance to you or your neighbors. Luckily, there are usually ways that you can reduce your dog’s barking to an acceptable level without taking any drastic measures. Here are some tips on how to deal with a dog’s barking: Dogs that are inside all or most of the day often start barking out of boredom. Taking

them outside to enjoy the fresh air and get some exercise can be an easy way to let the dog expend some energy, and it is good for both the dog and owner! If you have a dog park or other area that allows your dog to socialize with other dogs, that is even better.

Barking problems often stem from inconsistency from the dog’s owner(s). Depending on our mood, we may encourage the dog’s barking, while other times we may yell. This can obviously be confusing to our dogs.

A good starting point is to come up with a phrase, such as Stop barking, or Enough.

When the dog begins barking, praise them

after the first two or three woofs for their alertness. Then, use your phrase to tell them it is time to stop, while simultaneously waving a treat near their nose. This should momentarily stop the barking. During this quiet time, praise the dog continually. After 3-5 seconds without barking, allow the dog to have the treat. Increase this time gradually as the dog learns to obey the command.

If the dog barks after the command has been given, admonish it immediately. You should use a loud and serious tone so that the dog understands that it is time to obey the command and stop barking. Over time, your

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ccording to the Mayo Clinic, sinusitis is a condition in which the sinus membrane becomes swollen and inflamed paired with painful pressure surrounding the eyes, cheeks, and forehead. The sinus cavity which is the hollow spaces surrounding the nose produce mucus which drains into the nose and down the throat. When this passageway becomes inflamed, blockage occurs resulting in a sinus infection. This condition can be caused by a weakened immune system, structural problems in the nose, fungal or bacterial infections, or the common cold. Sinus headaches are often accompanied by mucus drainage to the back of the throat, called postnasal drip.

Sinusitis symptoms may include facial pressure, headaches when bending forward, congestion, nasal discharge (yellow, green, or blood-tinged), sore throat, fever, cough, and/or fatigue. Sinus sufferers may be more likely to develop chronic sinusitis if they have the following risk factors: asthma, nasal growths, allergies to dust, mold, or pollen, weakened immune system and/ or exposure to first or secondhand cigarette smoke.

Natural alternatives include acupuncture, herbal therapies, heat, saline nasal sprays, and humdifiers. All of which are healthier and more effective alternatives to antibiotics, pain relievers, and surgery of Western medicine. Best of all, acupuncture therapy can

help you eliminate chronic sinus problems for good. Acupuncture stimulates sensory nerve endings that send impulses through the spinal cord to different areas of the brain, causing both local and central-acting effects.

By stimulating specific acupoints, acupuncturists seek to restore normal energy flow and help the body function at the optimal level.

The technique produces neurological and biochemical changes in the body. An acupuncture session may include herbal steams and

Acupuncutreu & Skin Care …by Dr. Lorenzo Phan OMD, A.P. activating acupuncture points to decrease inflammation, release mucus buildup, eliminate congestion, and restore homeostasis to the immune system. Results are stronger immunity, more energy, fewer allergic reactions, and sinus relief. Herbal therapy helps strengthen immunity, increase energy level, and restores the balance of neurotransmitters. It assists the mind to relax and enhances the body’s functions to an optimal level.

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ravel should be carefree and worryfree. However, it's not the time to let down your guard or throw common sense out the window.

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• If paying by credit card, be sure the clerk returns your card to you. Check the card when it's returned to be sure that it's yours.

• If you lose your room key, report it immediately and ask to move to another room.

• If you see loiterers in the hallway' or anything or anyone that makes you uncomfortable, pass by your door, report the incident to the front desk.

• Check the locks on your door as soon as you arrive. Be sure that the door closes securely and the deadbolt works. Then keep your door locked at all times and be sure to use auxiliary locks.

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• Don't immediately open the door to anyone, use the door viewer to identify anyone requesting entry. If in doubt, call the front desk to verify the person's identity.

• Learn how to get an outside telephone line from your room in case you have to reach the local operator or hotel security or dial 911 in an emergency.

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Use stairs instead of elevators during an emergency.

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…Volusia County Sheriff Ben Johnson • Unpack and place your belongings in the closet and drawers. Arrange your things so you'll know if anything is missing.

• Never leave money, checks, credit cards, or car keys in your room.

• Use your hotel safe to store extra cash, expensive jewelry, or any other valuables you brought with you.

• When you go to sleep at night, keep a flashlight next to the bed. That way you won't be stumbling around if there's an emergency or the electricity goes out.

• Use caution if you receive a phone call to your room and the person claims to be a hotel employee and needs to come to your room to repair something.

Always call the front desk to verify.

• Leave the television on when you go out to make the room sound occupied.

• If you are traveling with your pet be sure to bring food, water, and any medications the pet requires.

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want to share an old story I remember one told of my mother’s friends many years ago. The actual event took place, I believe, sometime in the late 1960s.

It seemed that she and several of her friends had decided to go shopping in Tallahassee. They loaded up in the car for their trek and as they were leaving the city limits, the lady whose car they were riding in noticed that she was nearly out of gas.

She started to turn around and go back into town when someone in the car suggested that they keep going to the station at the Waldorf motel. The Waldorf was a little complex with a gas station, motel, and a small restaurant.The lady decided she had enough gas to make it and drove on to the Waldorf motel.

She pulled up to the gas pumps and all the ladies got out of the car. As they stood there, and as is customary when women make automobile trips, someone had to use the restroom.

This was in the days when the station attendant would check your oil, the air pressure in your tires, and wipe your windshield.

Most gas stations would also vacuum out your car as well or, in some instances, would take a whisk broom and sweep out the front floorboards.

The attendant spoke with a slight lisp and had a hearing problem as well.

My mother’s friend politely asked the attendant where the restrooms were located. The poor fellow with the hearing deficiency misunderstood what the lady had said.

It sounded to him like she had said where is your whisk broom.

As luck would have it, someone had stolen the station’s whisk broom and they had not replaced it.

Still thinking she had said whisk broom, the courteous man came up with an alternative to a whisk broom.

“Lady, if you will back it over there by the air hose I’ll blow it out for you,” he said with the sincerity of a man whose

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The attendant finished pumping the gas and stepped up to the car window.

He had noticed how quickly the women had gotten back in the car and, trying to be courteous, again made his offer.

“I’m sorry someone stole our whisk broom (remember the guy had a lisp and it sounded a lot like restroom to the lady), but I’ll still be glad to blow it out for you,” he said. She handed him the money for the gas and then threw her head back with a jerk and said with a loud voice, “Here, take your money!”

As she drove away the fellow could hear her talking about how rude he had been to the other ladies in the car.

A fellow had pulled up to get gas just about the time all of the commotion had started and heard what happened.

“What was all of that about?” he asked the attendant. He told him about them asking about a whisk broom, how it had been stolen, and his offer to blow the dirt out with the air hose for them.

“Oh,” the fellow said, and tried to explain, “I think they wanted to use the restroom.” The attendant looked at him with a bit of disgust on his face and said, “You can just back up to the air pump and blow it out yourself. I’m busy right now!” ST You can contact Byron Spires via email at windingroads@netzero.com or check out his blog at byronspires.word press.com

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On Jan. 22, 1779, famed Tory outlaw Claudius Smith meets his end on the gallows in Goshen, N.Y. Smith earned the label Cowboy Of The Ramapos for his use of guerrilla tactics against Patriot civilians. Legend has it that Smith's skull was filled with mortar and included in the edifice of the Goshen Court House.

On Jan. 19, 1809, poet, author, and literary critic Edgar Allan Poe is born in Boston. In 1836, Poe married his 13year-old cousin, Virginia Clemm, and completed his first full-length work of fiction, Arthur Gordon Pym. He became known for dark horror stories like The Fall Of The House Of Usher and The Tell-Tale Heart.

On Jan. 17, 1893, on the Hawaiian Islands, a group of American sugar planters under Sanford Ballard Dole overthrow Queen Liliuokalani, the Hawaiian monarch, and establish a new provincial government with Dole as president. Three hundred U.S. Marines were called to Hawaii, allegedly to protect American lives.

On Jan. 16, 1945, Adolf Hitler, leader of Nazi Germany, takes to his underground bunker, where he remains for 105 days until he commits suicide on April 30 in the waning days of World War II. Hitler and his wife swallowed cyanide capsules (which had been tested on his beloved dog and her pups). Then, he shot himself with his pistol.

On Jan. 21, 1957, Patsy Cline, one of the greatest figures in country music history, first gains national attention with her appearance on Arthur Godfrey's Talent Scouts, wowing the studio audience with her performance of Walkin' After Midnight.

On Jan. 20, 1980, bleachers at a bullring in Sincelejo, Colombia, collapse, killing 222 people. The deadliest tragedy at a sporting event in Colombia's history was the result of overcrowding and poor construction. ST

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smart tale of Juliet, who is grieving the recent loss of her husband and rarely leaves the house except to walk her husband's terrier, Minton. Her sister and mother both try to lift her spirits in between their own busy lives, but it isn't until Juliet begins walking her mother's aging Lab, Coco, that things begin to change. It's a sensitive depiction of grief and healing, with a bit of romance thrown in. ST Send your questions or tips to ask@ pawscorner.com, or write to Paw's Corner, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475. For more pet care-related advice and information, visit www.pawscorn er.com

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Chicken Soup For The S oul A Mouthful Of Meatloaf Chicken Soup for the Soul: Food and Love

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often feel guilty when I recall Benjamin Franklin's quote: “One should eat to live, not live to eat.” After all, it would seem to make sense to treat food as the fuel of life and nothing more.

Yet I have to admit that my life has been filled with instances where I put food first and was definitely living to eat. I suspect that if Mr. Franklin, a noted gastronome and Francophile, had been completely honest, there were many occasions when he, too, would have agreed with this sentiment. Personally, I have a long-standing emotional relationship with what I eat.

The emotional value of food hit home 14 years ago when my wife Cheryl faced a life-threatening crisis. We were novice parents of a 1-1⁄2-year-old daughter Sarah and just emerging from the haze that is early child rearing.

Cheryl and I decided to take a midwinter weekend break and head to a lodge in the Laurentian Mountains of Quebec noted for its fine cross-country ski trails and its even finer food. The break was not the restful getaway we had hoped for.

As we drove through a snowstorm on our way to the resort, Cheryl fell sick. At one point, we stopped and almost called off the trip, but Cheryl seemed to recover and we carried on. Once we reached the resort, however, she felt worse and spent most of the weekend feeling nauseous and fatigued.

When we got home, Cheryl's symptoms worsened, and she finally saw her doctor.

He immediately sent her for tests and a colonoscopy. The shock of that test result was devastating. Cheryl was only 38, but she had colon cancer.

Thanks to the quick and efficient efforts of her doctors and her surgeon, Cheryl's cancer was removed and she would make a full recovery. Once the operation was done and Cheryl's post-operative hospital stay was over, we had to cope with her at-home

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recovery. Since I had to go back to work, we temporarily hired a nanny to look after Sarah during the day while Cheryl rested in bed.

While I was at work, our helpful nanny not only looked after Sarah, she also cooked meals for us to enjoy. On weekends, I exercised my dormant cooking skills to help feed the family.

Looking back, what I find notable is that almost all of the meals were basic comfort foods. The nanny prepared such simple and nourishing dishes as pot roast and chicken soup. Without thinking about it, I strayed from my usual limited cuisine and reverted to basic recipes from my childhood.

I started cooking meatloaf and casseroles and macaroni and cheese. Classic comfort foods that hearkened back to my family meals and, as it turned out, Cheryl's family meals, too.

It was as if I wanted to wrap Cheryl, Sarah, and myself in the warmth and familiarity of simple meals, meals that would make us feel safe and whole again. The satisfaction of eating those meals was not just the physical satiety they produced but also the emotional warmth they provided.

By preparing comfort foods, I felt like I was comforting Cheryl and myself. We had both been traumatized by her illness, and food was the salve that healed our wounds.

It wasn't long before Cheryl regained her strength and we reverted to our regular cuisine. To this day, every once in a while, I'll make a dish from those post-cancer days.

Because sometimes I just need a bit of comfort, and a mouthful of meatloaf is often the best medicine. ST

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Exercise And Arthritis

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treatment of arthritis should include of a comprehensive exercise regimen in order to increase flexibility of the affected joints and to provide pain relief. In addition, exercise can help relieve stress, ensuring better sleep at night, and giving them more energy during the day.

During exercise, the motion nourishes the joint by squeezing synovial fluid in and out of the joint space, delivering nourishment to the cartilage, and getting rid of waste products. Without motion, this vital exchange cannot take place, and therefore the joints become mal-nourished.

The misconception that changes within some joints occur mostly because of the disease process is quite interesting. In fact, joint changes can be a result of a lack of exercise or immobility. A joint that is immobilized initiates a series of changes resulting in joint damage, muscle atrophy, and tendon wasting.

There are three types of exercise: 1. Aerobic exercise, such as walking, swimming, and cycling builds stamina and boosts cardiovascular fitness. Walking, a popular aerobic exercise can be easily adapted to your level of fitness by adjusting the speed and duration of the activity. Over time, performing regular aerobic exercise will increase your general level of fitness and endurance. Pain and stiffness can be relieved because of the release of

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endorphins and the increase of blood flow to the affected joints.

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3. Strengthening exercise, such as light weight lifting can help prevent muscle atrophy and build muscle to give joints strong support.

As with any new regimen, you will want to start out slow and gradual. Focus on the joints that hurt, function poorly, or appear to be affected by your arthritis.

You are your best exercise expert, because only you can judge how difficult, painful, or tiring a maneuver can be. With time, you will begin to feel improvement in your flexibility and joint pain, but only you will know when it is right to make changes to your individual regimen.

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Slightly Late 2012 Resolustions

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Here is Heath’s Top 7 Healthy New Years’ Resolutions: 1. Get your heart rate up four to five times a week for thirty to forty-five minutes. Pick your favorite: walking, biking, or swimming. Regularly training your heart is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle.

2. Strength train two or three times per week. Do eight to ten functional exercises with body weight, dumb bells, bands, and balls. Perform each exercise for ten to fifteen reps. Strength training helps to slow the loss of muscle tissue as you age.

3. Train your balance at least four days per week. You can do about five balance exercises for one minute each. Training your balance can help prevent falls.

4. Stretch at least four days per week for five to ten minutes. Stretch all your major muscles and hold each stretch for at least thirty seconds. Better flexibility can improve your posture and joint health.

5. Spend More Time With Family & Friends. Select one night a week that is for social events (dinner, movie, etc.) and call your friends. Spending time with friends

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6. Exercise your brain. Be curious and learn new things. Think of something you find interesting that you know little about and study it for a month. Then tell others what you’ve learned. Acquiring new skills and knowledge use your brain and keeps it functioning sharply.

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1. How many Number 1 U.S. hits did The Doors have?

2. Name the two main groups that Eric Burdon was in.

3. Remember when the group Fear was on Saturday Night Live in 1981?

What happened?

4. In what year was the term Beatlemania first used?

5. Which group had hits with Jive Talkin' and How Can You Mend A Broken Heart?

6. Do you know what Buddy Hol- ly, Pete Townsend, Jimi Hendrix, and Eric Clapton have in common?

necessitated a fast cut of the audio, and their dancers trashed the set, forcing producers to zip to commercial.

4. 1963, in the U.K. and the U.S. in 1964 when the Beatles went on The Ed Sullivan Show.

5. The Bee Gees, in 1975 and 1971.

6. They all were fans of the Fender Stratocaster guitar. Hendrix's guitar, which he once set on fire onstage, went for $497,500 at auction. ST

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