Seniors Today Volusia Edtition April 27 2012

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

April 27, 2012

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Big Time Senders

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t’s a world of constant communication where the big-time spenders have become big-time senders. It’s what we call Spamming! The spammers never miss a beat for the internet gives them a way of sneaking up on you and getting your attention for products and services— among other things.

Early on, the use of the internet to exchange messages with friends was an enjoyable experience—while it lasted! Then it became work, cleaning out unwanted messages became a part of daily chores. The invasion of privacy is so prevalent that the only way you can change things is to close off your computer or give yourself a new e-mail address—which only works for a little while.

I have gotten so used to my computer that I simply can not imagine living without it. My manual writing skills have suffered, making it hard to read my penciled notes. As is true with most things, the good outweighs the bad.

We no longer yearn to visit with distant relatives, spending hours in preparation for the trip, for we are in tune with their daily lives as though we have been visiting in their homes for weeks. We regularly play games with them on the computer or an Ipod. We know where their strengths and weaknesses are and we even know if they had a late night or woke up in the middle of the night… since the time of response is noted on the game or message.

Our kids graduate soon, they who have grown up with all the electronic devices and vices. Things change and, somehow, we have to get used to it. Bill Gates once spoke at a high school class and told the students of eleven things they will not learn in school: 1. Life is not fair—get used to it!

2. The world won’t care about your self esteem. The world will expect you to accomplish something before you feel good about yourself.

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3. You will not make $60,000 a year right out of high school. You won’t be vice president with a car phone until you earn both.

4. If you think your teacher is tough, wait until you get a boss.

5. Flipping burgers is not beneath your dignity. Your grandparents had a different word for burger flipping; they called it an opportunity.

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6. If you mess up it is not your parents fault—so do not whine about your mistakes. Learn from them.

7. Before you were born, your parents weren’t as boring as they are now. They got that way from paying your bills, cleaning your clothes, and listening to you talk about how cool you thought you were. So before you save the rainforest from the parasites of your parents generation, try delousing the closet in your own room.

8. Your school may have done away with winners and losers, but life has not. In some schools they have abolished failing grades and will give you as many times as you want to get it right. That doesn’t bear the slightest resemblance to anything in real life.

9. Life is not divided into semesters. You don’t get summers off and very few employers are interested in helping you find yourself. You have to do that on your own time.

10. Television is not real life. In real life people actually have to leave the coffee shops and go to jobs.

11. Be nice to nerds. Chances are you will end up working for one.

It’s 10 A.M.… time for me to get going… but first, I’d better check my Ipod and see if I’m winning the word game. Have a real good day. ST

Kitty Maiden is a staff writer for Seniors Today.

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What’s Happening Around Town…

Health & Beauty Expo Excite Your Senses at Debbie’s Health & Beauty Expo 2012 on Sat., May 12 from 9 A.M. until 2 P.M. at the Port Orange Store, 3850 S. Nova Rd. Featuring presentations and live demonstrations by some of the area’s finest health, wellness, and beauty professionals. Free facials and makeovers, massage, Yoga, eco-friendly hair consults, chiropractic consults, health screenings, weight loss & nutritional counseling, food demos, life-coaching, tarot readings, glamour shots, samples, giveaways, live music, and more! For more details, call 386-763-7046.

Writers Helping Writers The Florida Writers Association, a literary support group for writers in the Daytona Beach Area, meets the first and third Saturday of the month at 12:15 P.M. in the South Auditorium of the City Island Library Center, downtown Daytona Beach. The meetings offer critique sessions, marketing tips, and flash writing exercises free of charge. For questions or information, contact Veronica Hart, 386-492-6157.

Horseshoe Club Get off the couch and get some sunshine. Lot's of laughs, good entertainment, and exercise. Meet new people of all ages at the Flagler Palm Coast Horseshoe Club. Pitch horseshoes every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:45 A.M. to 12 NOON at Wadsworth Park State Road #100 just before the Flagler Beach Bridge. A $1 donation to play and enjoy a Pizza Party at no cost on the 1st Tuesday of the month. Everyone is welcome so bring a friend. For more information, call Tom at 386-447-355.

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 Holy Cross at 386-767-6542 one week prior to reserve your place.

Flagler County’s RSVP RSVP stands for Retired Senior Volunteer Program, and in Flagler County the organization recruits and places senior volunteers. If you can help, contact them at 1 Corporate Drive, Ste. 2A, Palm Coast, or call 386-597-2950.

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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 May. Topics include: Medicaid Filing Services on Wed., May 2 at 12 P.M.; Veteran Aid And Attendance Benefits on Mon., May 7 at 10:30 A.M.; Spotlight On Skin Cancer on Wed., May 9 at 1:30 P.M.; Vision Impaired Support Group on Wed., May 9 at 1:30 P.M.; an Open House–you can tour remodeled apartments on Sat., May 12 from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.; Caregiver Support Group on Wed., May 16 at 1:30 P.M.; Parkinson’s Monthly Meeting on Wed., May 23 at 2 P.M. and Tower Garden–Grow Your Own Food on Fri., May 25 at 11 A.M. Please RSVP to 386226-9110.

Arts & Crafts Show Come enjoy a day of fun and shopping at Grand Villa, 535 N. Nova Rd., Ormond Beach on Tues., May 1 from 10:30 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. There will be refreshments too. All are welcome. For more details, call 386-868-0717.

Kentucky Derby Ladies will don their best Derby Hats and vie for top prize in categories, such as most chic, funniest, and Derby 138 during the 138th annual Run For The Roses fundraiser on May 5. Vince Carter’s Embassy of Hope Foundation will host the Derby fundraiser from 57 P.M., Sat., May 5 at Vince Carter’s, 1250 LPGA Blvd., Daytona Beach.

Door prizes also will be offered. Tickets are $25. Availability is limited. For more details, call 386-239-8215.

Flagler Avenue Art Walk, New Smyrna Art Walk on historic Flagler Avenue in New Smyrna Beach is held from 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. the fourth Saturday of each month and features works by resident and visiting artists, free children’s activities, entertainment, and street musicians. For additional information or to receive an artist’s application, call 386-428-2150 or visit online at: www.flaglergallerygroup.com

Art In The Park Enjoy Ormond Beach’s 40th annual Art In The Park on Sat., May 5 and Sun., May 6 from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. at Rockefeller Gardens, 25 Riverside Dr. Free parking and admission. Featuring over 100 booths with oils, wood, pottery, jewelry and much more. For details, call 386-676-3241 or visit: ormondbeach.org

Jammin’ In The Park Bring the grandkids and join The New Smyrna Beach High School Band as they presents Jammin’ In The Park with free live music, food, vendors, kids zone, and loads of fun for the entire family on Sat., April 28 from 11 A.M. to 6 P.M. at Hawks Park, 1108 S. Ridgewood Ave., Edgewater. For more details, call Bonnie at 386-690-2204.

Volunteers Needed Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center in Daytona Beach is seeking year-round volunteers to contribute time and talents in various hospital departments. Could you be interested in a fourhour shift, once a week? Several openings are available on the Main Campus and off-site areas. If you would like to perform a valuable service to benefit others, please contact Donna Kearns at 386-231-3030 for further information.

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. to reserve your space.

Support Group Alcoholics Anonymous 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 info, call Bill at 386-383-9470 or the church office at 386-767-8544.

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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.

Parkinson’s Support Group The West Side Support Group Meets the second Friday of each month with speakers and refreshments at The First Baptist Church of DeLand, 725 North Woodland Blvd., from 3–4 P.M. A free exercise Class is available every Thursday from 3–4 P.M. in the Family Life Center. (Note: You do not have to have Parkinson’s to attend.) For more information, call 386-795-5602.

May Is Older Americans’ Month 2012 Special to Seniors Today

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ay is Older Americans Month, a perfect opportunity to show our appreciation for the older adults in our community.

Since 1963, communities across the nation have joined in the annual commemoration of Older Americans Month—a proud tradition that shows our nation’s commitment to celebrating the contributions and achievements of older Americans.

The theme for Older Americans Month 2012—Never Too Old to Play!—puts a spotlight on the important role older adults play in sharing their experience, wisdom, and understanding, and passing on that knowledge to other generations in a variety of significant ways. This year’s celebrations will recognize the value that older adults continue to bring to our communities through spirited participation in social and faith groups, service organizations, and other activities.

As large numbers of baby-boomers reach retirement age, many communities have increased their efforts to provide meaningful opportunities for older adults—many of whom remain physically and socially active through their 80s and beyond. Current trends show that people over age 60 account for

an ever-growing percentage of participants in community service positions, faith-based organizations, online social networking, as well as arts and recreational groups.

Lifelong participation in social, creative, and physical activities has proven health benefits, including retaining mobility, muscle mass, and cognitive abilities.

Older adults are not the only ones who benefit from their engagement in community life. Studies show their interactions with family, friends, and neighbors across generations enrich the lives of everyone involved. Young people who have significant relationships with a grandparent or elder report that these relationships helped shape their values, goals, and life choices and gave them a sense of identity and roots.

May is a great opportunity to show special appreciation for some of our most beloved citizens. We have many reasons to celebrate them! ST

Contact your local Area Agency on Aging by visiting www.eldercare.gov or calling 1-800-677-1116 to find ongoing opportunities to celebrate and support older Americans.

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Kentucky Lady Derby Day Special to Seniors Today

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locked or flowered, bedazzled or bowed, ladies love hats… and area gals will get a rare opportunity to model their finery at Kentucky Lady, a Derby day benefit for the Embassy of Hope Foundation, May 5th at Vince Carter’s Restaurant.

Ladies will don their best Derby hats and vie for top prize in categories such as Most Chic, Funniest, Most Unusual, and Best Hat, during the 138th annual Run for the Roses. Vince Carter’s Embassy of Hope Foundation will host the Derby fundraiser from 5-7 P.M., Saturday, May 5, inside the Highlight Zone at Vince Carter’s Restaurant, 1250 LPGA Boulvard, Daytona Beach.

The Highlight Zone will feature the Derby on all of its 23 high-definition screens (6:24 P.M. post time).

The Derby event promises fun for gentlemen as well, with the first 100 guests receiving a commemorative Kentucky Derby glass; a variety of door

prizes awarded, including 2 Camper Spaces at Vince’s Summer Youth Basketball Academy; and, a silent auction opportunity to bid for two tickets to an Orlando Magic regular season (20122013) game and and “VIP” Experience!

Tickets are $25 and include a complimentary glass of house wine. Availability is limited and advanced purchase is strongly suggested. Checks should be made payable to the Embassy of Hope Foundation. Proceeds will benefit the Foundation, which supports local women’s and children’s programs. ST

For more information, please call the Embassy of Hope Foundation at 386-239-8215.

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Love Trumps Everything

by George and Peggy Goldtrap ge educates you, alters your values and deepens your perspective. It may be gradual or sudden, but if you don’t improve your attitude with age, maybe you’d better reevaluate your goals. Like a stone in a stream, life tumbles your ego until it’s round and smooth.

We have always treasured our family.

We were blessed with three fine boys and a delightful young lady. Each is a distinct personality and each contributes to the cohesiveness of our family. These siblings have thrived while competing yet they get along well and respect each other. We take great pleasure in their individuality.

Watching a family grow up is such fun.

All those memories… like the day George III caught his first tarpon, or learned to water ski, or the day Jefre, the second son, asked…’you know how I know so much?’

‘No’, I said, ‘how do you know so much?”

Instantly, Jefre, (19 months younger than his brother), said…’I listen to Georgie!’

Or the time Jefre, then about 11, announced that he was going thru ‘poverty’. We also remember the day Jason, at about 5, left our New York hotel room, went down to the lobby, and visited with hotel guests… (without telling us that he was leaving)!

Lynn was the rose in our garden. She was perpetually cheerful and never met a stranger. Whatever trouble came her way, she could revise it, re-frame it, and turn it around to her advantage. The memories far outnumber the pages in our scrapbooks.

They grew up, got educated and married, each to a splendid mate. Then came the babies. Is there anything ‘grander?’ Nothing we can think of… unless it’s the great-grands, of which we have two… boys.

Recently, we attended the wedding of the second granddaughter. She is one of six girls and a boy in the family of our second son and wife.

The marriage of this second g-daughter was, like the marriage of the first g-daughter, a splendid affair.

The Maid of Honor was her childhood friend and her five sisters were attendants.

Dressed in their salmon colored gowns, the girls looked like ‘Miss America’ candidates.

Those beautiful young women, who used to resist having their hair combed, walked like princesses and queens.

Their brother was one of the groomsmen and two cousins, our g-sons, were ushers.

All the guys were handsome, well-groomed, and conducted themselves like gentlemen and future leaders. We could not have been more proud.

The beautiful bride, on her father’s arm, glowed as they came down the aisle. She was radiant in an exquisite ivory lace dress that was first worn by her mother. Telephone cameras flashed as the audience stood in respect, reflecting the joy of the occasion.

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The father beamed as he gave the bride away with blessing of her mother. All parents felt confident that their children had made a good choice.

The preacher spoke to the couple about the seriousness of the vows they were about to take; that the couple was promising faithfulness to God and to each other with their loved ones as witnesses. Along with scriptural admonitions, he even eased tensions, by generating a few laughs.

Happy Talk …by George & Peggy Goldtrap I do, and I do, and it was over. Ladies and gentlemen… Mr. & Mrs… !

The reception was as much fun as the wedding. Friends and family from ‘all over’ hugged and congratulated the new union.

Gifts were brought. The DJ played the couple’s favorite music. The cake was cut and the first bite was force-fed for the photographer. The garter was won, the bouquet was tossed, and…well you know how it goes.

Lights seemed unnecessary as love illuminated the room. We feared our pride might explode into a shout of pure joy.

When the night ended, the couple left the reception in a tunnel of sparklers as family from all sides, bid them good-bye and best wishes. A honeymoon trip to Disney would be their next destination.

As we drove home, we talked of the years gone by, remembering the growing years of the kids and the grands. We agreed on our accumulated wealth… four children, four fine inlaws, 10 grands, and two great-grands plus a large, extended tribe. The groom, an only child, will never know peace and quiet as he has joined a boisterous bunch that likes to laugh.

In May, we return to our hometown (the city where many generations still live) to attend two more granduations. We are now considered patriarchs, those who sit instead of dancing.

Between now and the roll call of graduates, we will continue to count our blessings and express our appreciation daily for the joy our families have brought us.

Whoever you have in your life; whoever warms your heart with their being, hug them, as quickly and as often as possible.

Remember…Love trumps everything… and I mean everything. ST

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

Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic Opens Special to Seniors Today

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alifax Humane Society’s new state-of-the-art Redinger Spay/ Neuter Clinic has opened its doors to pet lovers everywhere, offering the ability to provide high-volume, subsidized spay/neuter surgeries, while using first-rate techniques to provide the necessary care for its animals. The clinic has the capacity to provide 11,000 sterilization surgeries each year, nearly three times the amount of most clinics.

Halifax Humane Society currently takes in over 15,000 animals each year, making it one of the largest animal shelters in the state of Florida. Of those, over 8,300 are feral cats taken in through municipal contracts.

As such, board members made the expansion of spay/neuter programs a top operational priority for this year.

Enter Alan & Mary Ann Redinger, whose $50,000 donation made it possible to outfit the building as a state-of-the-art clinic. A PetSmart Charities grant also allowed for the purchasing of cutting-edge equipment to operate the clinic.

The surgical standards at the clinic are derived from Humane Alliance, an organization that has been at the forefront of the nationwide movement to implement the best defense against euthanasia, prevention by sterilization. Over 100 new spay/neuter clinics have opened under its program.

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The Redinger Spay/Neuter Clinic is the latest component of the Halifax Humane Society’s continued initiative to reduce and eventually eliminate the pet over-population problem in Volusia County. Spay/neuter surgeries have proven to have the largest direct impact on reducing the number of animals going into shelters.

The Halifax Humane Society exists as an open door shelter, the last remaining openadmission facility in Volusia County, refusing care to no animal in need. However, caring for over 15,000 animals annually is a financial drain for its donors, as well as an emotional drain for the people who care about the animals it serves. In order to fulfill the HHS mission to protect all animals in its care, Halifax Humane Society is placing a high priority on reducing intake. The opening of the high volume spay/neuter clinic has moved it closer to meeting its goals in that regard. ST

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Exercise Your Back To Decrease Pain

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n the past, we were told to rest and to avoid exercise in order to nurture an injured back. The truth is that this approach actually contributes to greater harm and increased pain because the muscles that support the back become weak and de-conditioned.

Today, chronic back sufferers are strongly encouraged to be as physically active as they can endure. Whether to decrease pain, strengthen muscles, increase flexibility, or to improve mobility and posture a wide range of preventative and therapeutic back exercises available such flexion (bending forward) or extension (bending backward) exercise which are the most widely recommended.

Because many different conditions can be the cause of your back pain, exercise routines are not a “one size fits all” concept.

Exercises must be varied and the routine individualized, depending on your primary condition such as spinal stenosis, herniated disc, arthritis, or muscle sprain.

For people with a herniated disc or with leg pain in a seated position, flexion type exercises are not recommended. However, for spinal stenosis, for lower back pain with prolonged standing that is relieved by sitting or with bending backward that is relieved by bending forward, flexion type exercises are very beneficial.

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Proper exercises that when performed on a regular basis can minimize back pain caused by degenerative disc disease, fibromyalgia, spinal stenosis, or disc herniation, that can also strengthen the muscles in your back, abdomen, hips and thighs, all while making them more flexible.

Whether you decide to design an exercise routine on your own or to be evaluated by your physician or by a physical therapist it is imperative to avoid additional damage by choosing the wrong exercises.

Whatever your approach, your goal is to find the exercises that suit your individual needs and to give your back the work out it needs.

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What’s In The Stars

For The Week Of April 30

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A sudden change of plans could lead to a misunderstanding with a friend or family member. Be ready to offer a full explanation of your decision.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Expect pressure from those who want you to change your position on a matter of importance. The determined Bovine will be able to stand the bullying.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) It's time to stop dwelling on past disappointments and move on to other possibilities. By week's end, you'll be meeting new people and making new plans.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A long-simmering situation between coworkers threatens to heat up and could create problems with your work. Consult a supervisor on how to proceed.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) You might have just learned that someone close to you is keeping a secret. The Cat's curiosity has gone into overdrive.

Be patient. All is revealed soon.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Don't give up. The recognition citing the good work you recently did will come. An opportunity opens up that can lead to a lot of traveling later on.

LIBRA (Sept.23 to Oct. 22) A financial crunch eases, but it's still a good idea to keep a tight rein on what you spend for nonessentials. Education becomes a major focus as the week winds down.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Recent encounters with stressful situations could require some restorative measures. Talk to your doctor about a diet and exercise program to boost your energy.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) New connections follow changes on the job or in your personal life. Keep your feelings reined in until these relationships have a chance to develop.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) Pay more attention to your aches and pains, and avoid self-diagnoses. Seek professional advice to make sure these problems won't get more serious.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) You love doing research and learning new things, so you'll be happy to know that education becomes a big part of your life at this time.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Your Piscean penchant for doing things logically could be challenged by an equally strong emotional reaction to a new situation. Keep this in balance. ST

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Q: I have a 1957 Philco television set; only one was made.

—Pat, St. Cloud, Florida A: The picture you sent appears to be a Philco Model UG-4242. It was marketed as a Predicta Holiday, and quite a few were manufactured. According to the Antique Trader Radio And Television Price Guide, edited by Kyle Husfloen, your set is worth about $400. *** Q: I have a Japanese tea set that dates back to the 1940s. I would like to know how much it is worth.

—Vera, Baltimore, Maryland A: Your question is impossible to answer, even with the pictures you sent me. It is a little like asking how much an old car is worth. If it is a 1934 Packard Roadster, it could be valued well above $100,000. On the other hand, if the car is a 1989 Yugo—often called the worst car ever manufactured—not so much. The value of an antique or collectible often depends on three factors: rarity, condition, and demand. If you truly need to know the value of your

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It was given by Loren M. Berry to one of his employees for 25 years of service, 1929-1954. Any idea of its value?

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Books Theodore Roosevelt Reviewed by Larry Cox heodore Roosevelt was a force to be reckoned with, but not even he could tame New York City during the 1890s. During that decade, which would later be called the naughty nineties, the city was home to more than 40,000 prostitutes, countless brothels, gambling dens, and all-night dives. There also were criminal rings and thugs of every type imaginable. Although Roosevelt admitted he knew nothing about police management, the future president became police commissioner in 1895 and made cleaning up the city his top priority.

Roosevelt immediately locked horns with the corrupted powers at Tammany Hall. He began making midnight rambles with muckraker Jacob Rils so that they could observe firsthand the lewd realities that seemed to lurk on almost every corner. As Roosevelt tried to persuade 2 million New Yorkers that wholesome family fun was more enjoyable than the sinful alternatives, he quickly learned that the citizens of the city loved sin more than salvation.

The 36-year-old Roosevelt had galloped into Manhattan vowing to drive out sin, only to find himself involved in a fight with street-smart Irish cops, cunning madams, and thirsty German beergarden lovers who rose up en mass when he tried to close saloons on Sunday.

Just as fascinating are the colorful, often outrageous characters featured in the narrative of Island Of Vice: Theodore Roosevelt's Doomed Quest To Clean Up Sin-Loving New York. For example, Rev. Charles Parkhurst, the minister of Madison Square Presbyterian Church, after being accused of knowing too little about vice, put on a disguise and personally toured some of the city's more notorious dens, including brothels, saloons, and even a transvestite club.

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Section B April 27, 2012 Tails From The Front emperatures are on the rise in Central Florida, which means we must take extra care for our furry friends’ safety. Summer can be a dangerous time for pets, if they spend a significant time outdoors.

The largest concern for pets in the summer is obviously the heat. Proper care must be taken to ensure that your pet does not suffer while outside in hot weather. If your pet is going to be outside for any extended period, make sure they have access to plenty of cold, clean water. It is also important that your pet has a spot in the shade where they can rest and cool down. If you take your pet with you on a car trip, never leave them locked inside while the car is parked! Even

with the windows cracked, temperatures rise rapidly inside a car, putting your pet in a very dangerous situation.

Make sure to keep an eye on your pet in hot weather for signs of overheating. These symptoms can include excessive panting or difficulty breathing, increased heart and respiratory rate, drooling, mild weakness, or even a collapse. Signs of an elevated level of overheating include seizures, bloody diarrhea, and vomit along with an elevated body temperature of over 104 degrees.

Animals with flat faces, like Bulldogs or Persian cats, are at a higher risk of heat stroke since they cannot pant as effectively. Pets at a high risk also include elderly or overweight pets, or those with heart or lung diseases.

These pets should be kept cool in air-conditioned rooms as much as possible.

While your pet still needs exercise during the summer months, be careful not to overwork them. When temperatures rise, your pet can become exhausted quickly, and are at risk of dehydration or even heat stroke. If taking your dog for a walk, try to keep them off the hot asphalt as much as possible to avoid burns on their paw pads. You can help your dog stay cooler by giving them a short haircut, but do not cut its hair shorter than one inch, so that your dog still has protection from the sun.

You can also help your cat stay cooler by brushing its fur often. Only use sunscreen that is labeled for animals. Keep an eye on

your pet if they are near a swimming pool.

Contrary to popular belief, not all dogs are natural swimmers. Make sure dogs wear flotation devices while on a boat, even if they know how to swim.

By following these tips, you and your pet should be prepared for another great summer. For more information on caring for pets in hot weather contact the Halifax Humane Society. ST

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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.

A graduate of Georgetown University Medical School, Dr. Katz trained in Otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston.

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. It has been reported that balance related falls account for more than one-half of the accidental deaths among the elderly.

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. 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.

Canalith repositioning is a highly effective treatment and can be easily repeated if dizziness returns or is not completely eliminated the first time.

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.

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, 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.

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ast-talking groups of thieves have invited themselves into Central Florida homes and taken off with the residents’ money and valuables. It’s amazing how quickly and stealthily these criminals can make off with the goods when the resident is right there in the home with them. They are professionals, and you need to be aware of how they operate so that you can thwart their efforts.

An 88-year-old woman was a target of this ploy. Fortunately, the thieves left empty-handed and she wasn’t harmed, but she got quite a scare when one was bold enough to try and pull a ring off of her finger. It is believed that a wellorganized transient criminal group is behind these diversion thefts, having swept through the southern part of our state and worked its way across Central Florida.

The thieves often target elderly victims, especially in rural areas, thinking they will be easy marks. They overwhelm people right at their front doors, not with physical force, but with their fast talking and presence. They try to convince the victim that the thieves are not strangers at all. They will claim things like: “I used to live in the area,” or “I worked at a store you frequent.”

While the victim is trying to place the slick actor from memory, the thieves smoothly manage to get in the door.

The thieves then leave one or two people with the victim, isolating the resident in a room and keeping him or her engaged in conversation. Some common distraction techniques are: keeping the victim off guard with constant, confusing questions; asking for a drink or even going so far as to pretend to faint.

Meanwhile, other members of the group carry out the real work. They are very practiced in their methods, and they

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will canvass the unoccupied rooms looking for hidden jewelry, silverware, and other valuables. In a flash, the burglary is over. The fast-talkers excuse themselves, and the group leaves the confused victim behind.

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In many cases, the victim doesn’t even know he or she has been burglarized until later when the stolen items are missed. That’s one reason these thieves are difficult to catch. It may take days for a victim to report what happened if the stolen items are not missed right away. Some victims are also hesitant to report the incident because they feel foolish for having fallen for the scam. Don’t ever be so hard on yourself if you become a victim. It’s that selfdoubt and insecurity on the part of the victims that keeps the thieves in business.

The crime is typically non-violent, but there have been a few instances of victims getting hurt. It’s apparently not the thieves’ intent, but it does happen.

The simplest way to combat these thieves is to not let anyone you don’t know into your home. Don’t let anyone in until you are certain you know them. Use the chain on your door, if you have one, when you talk to strangers to keep them from easily barging inside.

If you are unsure of a person’s identity, then don’t be afraid to close and lock your door, regardless of the visitor’s politeness or sales pitch. If after closing your door the visitors still won’t leave, call law enforcement.

It’s also a good idea to not keep large amounts of cash around. Lock up your valuables or keep them hidden. ST

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Bonus: What was his hit in 1961?

5. Which group released So Far Away and Walk Of Life, and when?

6. Who snagged a Grammy in 1983 for You Should Hear How She Talks About You?

Answers: 1. Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix. In both cases it was a drug overdose. Both were 27 years old.

2. Sing Along With Mitch (19611964) was a music program with the lyrics to songs helpfully rolling at the bottom of the screen.

3. Creedence Clearwater Revival, in 1968. The anti-establishment song has appeared in a number of movies, including Forrest Gump, as well as a jeans commercial.

4. The Heartbeats (earlier known as The Hearts) and Shep And The Limelites, and was best known for the 1961 hit Daddy's Home.

5. Dire Straits, 1985. The two songs did fairly well, but it was the group's Money For Nothing that won them the Grammy that year.

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Q: Checking out the eaves last week, I saw several small wasp nests tucked into the more sheltered corners. What's the best way to get rid of these nests?

—Charlie L. in South Carolina A: There are a few ways to remove those small wasp nests from the exterior of your house, and the quicker, the better. Wasps could possibly begin extending the nests inside the walls if they're not dealt with. In fact, you'll want to check the attic or storage space above the eaves, as well as crawlspaces under the house, for evidence of wasps before starting the removal.

To remove the wasp nest, make sure the kids and pets are inside to prevent possible stings from angry wasps. Wear long sleeves, pants, work gloves, and sturdy shoes to protect yourself. Of course, if you have an allergy to bee stings, don't clear the nests yourself; call in a pest-control service.

The most effective way to get rid of the nests and reduce the chances of the wasps coming back is to use a chemical spray. Wait until dusk, when the wasps

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have returned to the nests, then spray according to the directions. You may have to wait up to a week for all activity in the nests to subside.

An all-natural method for wasp removal is to gear up (cover all your skin, put protective netting over your face, and have an escape route) and spray each nest with a jet of water from your garden hose.

What if you found that the wasps have gotten inside your home's siding during your initial survey? You'll probably want to stick with the chemical spray of the outside nests (not your interior walls) in order to kill them. One of my readers recommended using a wet/dry vacuum with a hose attachment to suck up as many wasps from their entry/exit point as possible. If neither of these methods eradicate the wasps, contact a pest-control service. ST

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he Grandparent Scam targets seniors who fall for a trick of handing over money to an imposter grandchild. Even though it's an old scam, it shows no sign of fading away. If anything, this scam is making a resurgence.

Typically the senior will get a call, supposedly from a grandchild, and be told there's an emergency: The grandchild is in trouble, or there's been an accident, or a mistaken arrest. It sounds very believable.

No matter what the story, it always involves the need for secrecy—and fast cash to be wired immediately. Sometimes the story is that the money is needed to pay an attorney or for medical treatment.

Perhaps the person on the other end of the phone pretends to be the police, a doctor, or an attorney.

If you get one of these calls, don't immediately agree to send money. Your first step is to verify the details. Is it really your grandchild on the other end of the phone? If you don't recognize your grand-

child's voice, don't feed him information by saying “Is this David?” Wait until he gives you the name. If he doesn't, it's likely a scam.

Your second step is to call your grandchild's home to verify whether they are actually away—or sitting right there.

Whatever you do, don't send money without verification.

Keep in mind that crooks on social media sites online can glean a lot of information. Beware naming your grandchildren on Facebook or anywhere else.

If this has happened to you, you must report it to the police. You won't be alone.

Thousands of others experienced this type of scam last year alone. ST Matilda Charles regrets that she cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into her column whenever possible. Write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475, or send e-mail to columnreply@ gmail.com

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On April 26, 1865, John Wilkes Booth is killed when Union soldiers track him down to a Virginia farm 12 days after he assassinated President Abraham Lincoln. The original plan involved a simultaneous assassination of three leaders: Lincoln, Vice President Andrew Johnson and the Secretary of State William Seward.

On April 24, 1936, a group of firemen responding to an alarm in New Jersey, is televised. It was the first time an unplanned event was broadcast thus development of live TV news coverage.

On April 25, 1947, President Harry Truman officially opens the first White House bowling alley. Eisenhower closed the two-lane alley in 1955 and turned it into a mimeograph room. Nixon had a one-lane alley installed underground directly beneath the North Portico entrance of the White House.

On April 29, 1974, President Richard Nixon announces to the public that he will release transcripts of 46 taped White House conversations in response to a Watergate trial subpoena. On August 8, 1974, Nixon avoided a Senate impeachment trial by becoming the first American president to resign from office.

On April 28, 1958, The Witch Doctor, by singer/songwriter David Seville, hits the Number 1 spot on pop charts. The song used the technique of recording the singer's voice at a speed different than the music. ST

Natural Approach For Arthritis Pain

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

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

Arthritic affects the mind as well affecting each sufferer’s quality of living. The pain can be unrelenting, which in turn can lead to anxiety, depression, fatigue, and loss of sleep.

Research states that receiving acupuncture therapy, moderate exercise, and

eating a healthy diet greatly helps patients decrease symptoms. Acupuncture stimulates specific acupoints opti-

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

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

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

Chicken Soup For The S oul Sisters Bond Through Art

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don't know how she got the idea, but one day my teenage sister Karin unrolled eight feet of old wallpaper, spread it out on the living room floor backside up, and began a mural that would change my life.

With almost seven years between us, she always seemed so grown up and distant. We didn't have a lot in common, since she was in high school and I was a preteen. First she sketched the scene in pencil. Her hands skipped lightly as she added charcoal lines.

When it was complete, I beamed with pride for her as mom hung it in our guest room, where it stayed for years.

Karin created many beautiful drawings that were added to the guest-room display. A few of my better attempts went up too, but I knew they paled in comparison to hers. Her words kept me practicing feverishly in her company, and later alone when she went on to college and then moved out on her own for good.

It was strange to be without my older sister, but I still had the love of art that she'd given me. Sometimes I could

imagine her sitting across the table working too. It was a comfort in the now emptier house. Through the years I became more skilled. I still wasn't a natural, but my persistence was paying off. I looked forward to Karin's holiday visits so I could show her what I'd accomplished.

As Karin moved further into adulthood, her own art projects came fewer and farther between. She still encouraged me, though. Now I paint, carve wood, sculpt marble, and use art when counseling children in schools. I sell some and keep some, and offer others to family as gifts.

Karin moved back to Vermont and bought a home where she displays my artwork in several rooms. We don't need art as a bond anymore; now well into adulthood, we have other shared experiences that provide much more in common than that. Seven years doesn't feel like such a big age difference now. Still, the art is one of the most precious gifts she gave me, and she beams with pride at my creations. ST Visit: www.chickensoup.com

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Rotator Cuff Injury

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he shoulder is a ball-socket joint that is made up of the humeral head (ball) fitting into the glenoid fossa (socket) of the shoulder blade. The humeral head is kept in place by the joint capsule, which is made of strong strands of cartilage, creating stability. For movement it’s the rotator cuff muscles that are the dynamic stabilizers and movers of the shoulder joint. Together the capsule and the rotator cuff muscles will protect and guide the movement of the humeral head and scapula during shoulder movement.

Rotator Cuff Injury Causes This guiding of the joint by the muscles is extremely important, since no other joint in our body allows for more movement then the shoulder joint does. So when the rotator cuff is damaged, the muscles cannot guide the joint as it should anymore, and this may lead various forms of damage: • Pain and spasm limit the range of motion of the shoulder.

• Impingement • Tendinitis/Inflammation in muscles and tendons will cause pain and limit movement.

• Tears in muscles and or tendons • Arthritis and calcium deposits that form over time will limit range of motion.

• Muscle imbalance between the rotator cuff and the deltoid muscle will result in impingement of the tendon and bursa in the shoulder. This will lead to an irritation of

the bursa (bursitis) and/or the tendon (tendonitis) every time you try to raise your arm. Tendinitis generally occurs where the tendon attaches to bone. This area has poor blood supply and a mild injury may take a long time to heal. So when a rotator cuff ten-

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by Jack Verhees, P.T. don becomes inflamed it runs the risk of further losing its blood supply, causing the tendon to fray and eventually partially or completely tearing.

The combination of Acupuncture and Physical Therapy which—besides Acupuncture—includes manual techniques to realign the shoulder joint and prevent impingement, soft tissue massage and modalities like electrical stimulation and ultra sound to relax the muscle tissue in order to increase the blood flow to the injured area. This will start the much needed healing process by providing access of nutrition and oxygen to the injured area.

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Pet Care Adopting Dogs From Puppy Mills

by Sam Mazzotta

Dear Paw’s Corner: My family would like to adopt a shelter dog, and a recent news story about several dogs rescued from horrible conditions in a puppy mill facility really captured our hearts. However, the shelter caring for these dogs is not immediately putting them up for adoption, and it says there will be stricter requirements for those who want to adopt them. Why is this?

—Karl in South Florida Dear Karl: Many shelter pets come with their own special set of behavioral quirks, often due to the stress and trauma of being abandoned at a shelter. Dogs (and cats and other pets) that suffer especially traumatic situations, such as abuse or starvation or neglect, can have a very difficult time adapting to home life.

Because of this, many shelters have developed special policies regarding these rescues. As you found, the puppymill dogs were not immediately put up for adoption; they're being treated and evaluated. Some may never be considered safe to adopt.

Once dogs are considered healthy enough to adopt, the shelter is following guidelines to make their transition to a new home as smooth as possible. For instance, it may not allow a puppy-mill rescue to go to a home that has kids under age 10. First-time pet owners will likely be discouraged or outright not allowed to adopt. Adopters may need to attend special classes, and the shelter may ask to make follow-up visits to the dog's new home.

Many rescues need a great deal of one-on-one attention, love, and patience. If you're an experienced dog owner, meet the guidelines and are willing to take on the challenge of rehabilitating a rescued dog, go for it. If you're not sure, then consider very carefully whether your family is ready to care for a rescued pet. ST Send questions or tips to ask@paws corner.com or write to Paw's Corner, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

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Strange But True Sneezes Travel Fast!

by Samantha Weaver

It's still not known who made this sage observation: “Wisdom is divided into two parts: a) having a great deal to say, and b) not saying it.”

In 1931, the Newspaper Enterprise Association predicted that crime would be nearly gone in 20 years.

Do you subscribe to the adage “A rose by any other name would smell as sweet?” Consider this: Would that teen heartthrob of an earlier day, Bobby Darin, have become so popular if he had been known by his given name, Walden Cassotto?

At one time, Canada's CBC network had banned the children's cartoon Rocky And Bullwinkle because of its sometimes unflattering portrayal of the Mounties.

The Goodrich company, known primarily for its tires, also invented the first modern golf ball.

Sometimes scientists get to express their creativity when they have the opportunity to name things. Take deepsea sites, for example: in the North Atlantic is the Porcupine Abysmal Plain, Clam Acres is off the west coast of Mexico, and there's a site near the Galapagos Islands called Hole-to-Hell.

Those who study such things have found that a sneeze leaves your mouth at more than 100 m.p.h.

Did you know that Donald Duck's middle name is Fauntleroy?

A Rochester, Michigan, law states that anyone who is bathing in public must be wearing a bathing suit that has been inspected by a police officer. ST

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To Your Good Health Stroke: Quick Action Saves Brain Cells Dear Dr. Donohue: Six years ago, my father died of a stroke. My mother tried to rouse him from bed, but he responded confused and was unable to speak. She called for an ambulance. He was in the hospital only four hours before he died. The doctor said he would have lived if he had gotten treatment sooner. My mother has felt guilty about this ever since.

She lives with us now. I don't want to miss a stroke if she has one. How do you recognize one, and what should be done right away in an emergency?

—T.B. Answer: Nearly 900,000 strokes occur yearly in the United States, and of those victims, 200,000 die. Many of the survivors are left with great disabilities. Strokes come in two types: One is an ischemic (is- KEYmick) stroke, and the other is a hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic means deprived of blood. It's the more common kind of stroke, accounting for 80 percent of all strokes. The flow of blood to part of the brain is blocked by a clot in an artery. It's the brain's equivalent of a heart attack. The other 20 percent comes from bleeding in the brain, a hemorrhagic stroke.

Signs of either kind of stroke include slurred speech, sudden confusion, numbness of the face, arm, or leg, trouble seeing, dizziness, and severe headache. Many advocate testing the person to decide if a stroke has occurred. Don't waste time doing tests. Immediately call 911.

I'm limiting what I say about treatment to strokes resulting from the obstruction of blood flow. Brain cells begin to die within minutes. However, there's a three-hour window during which clot-dissolving medicines can be given. They almost always lead to a full recovery of function. Now the window has been opened wider, to 4 1⁄2 hours. That doesn't detract from the important message that earlier is better results.

The booklet on strokes tells their signs and their treatments. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue—No. 902W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient's printed name and address. Please allow two weeks for delivery. ST Readers may write Dr. Donohue or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

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