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Monarch Film Festival Lighthouse Cinema

Fri. Dec. 8

Gallery Night Pacific Grove Art Center 7-9 P Free/Donation

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Pacific Grove’s

December 7-13, 2018

Sat-Sun Dec 8-9

I Cantori di Carmel Carmel Mission Basilica 8 PM $25

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Through Dec. 12

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December 22

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Inside Animal Tales..................................... 14 The ARKLady.................................... 12 Carmel Valley Report.....................Dark Cartoon.............................................. 2 Dunn Rovin’..................................... 14 Legal Notices.................................... 14 Police Log........................................ 15 Reasoning with God................... 18, 19 Postcards from the Kitchen............... 16 Real Estate..........................10, 13 & 20

I Cantori - Page 5

Bear with Wanda - Page 17

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Police Chief Amy Christey Announces Retirement

Vol. XI, Issue 24

2018 Parade of Lights

Police Chief Amy Christey has served since August 2016. She has announced her retirement effective December 30, 2018.

Pacific Grove City Manaher Ben Harvey states that an interim chief is being actively sought and a permanent chief will soon follow.

Says Harvey, “During her tenure Chief Christey returned the department to full staffing, implemented a robust outreach program and initiated accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies.

New City Council and Mayor are Sworn In Robert Huitt Continues as Mayor Pro Tempore

At The City Council meeting of Dec. 5, 2018, the new officers were seated and outgoing officers were honored and relieved of their duties. New members are Amy Tomlinson, Jenny McAdams, Joe Amelio.

Retaining their seats are Robert Huitt, Cynthia Garfield, and Nick Smith.

Outgoing council member Ken Cuneo was honored, as were Rudy Fischer and outgoing Mayor Bill Kampe.

The Council recognized Alan Cohen and Gary Bales among other citizens serving on various regional boards. Three volunteers were honored by the Volunteer Coordinator for their service in protecting our coastline beaches and trails.

Council members Cynthia Garfield (library) and Joe Amelio (Recreation) requested – and were approved – to switch seats on those committees.

Beautiful -- and cute -- displays on last Thursday’s version of the annual Parade of Lights. More photos on Page 3. Photos by Peter Mounteer.

New City Council and Mayor are Sworn In

Left to right: Joe Amelio, Jenny McAdams, Amy Tomlinson New City Council members sworn in on Dec, 4, 2018

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• December 7, 2018

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FREE TO THE PUBLIC Dec.10th at 4 PM, MPC Room 101, Social Science Building, 980 Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940. Parking $3 in Lot D. www.wacmb.org

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As of 9 AM 11/15/18: -this year to date (7/1/18 thru 11/13/18): rain = 0.49 in -yesterday (11/13/18): rain = 0.00 in Near Lovers Point Data reported by John Munch at 18th St.

Week ending 11/14/18....................... 0.00” Total for the season (since 7/1/18)........ 0.49” Last week low temperature..................42.4 F Last week high temperature.................75.0 F Last year rain to date (7/1/17-11/14/17)... 0.00”

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2018 Parade of Lights

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Photos by Peter Mounteer

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Your letters

Times

• December 7, 2018

Opinion Dear Editor,

I much enjoyed your article on the Monterey Audubon’s Pt. Pinos Seawatch, found in your paper (Vol XI, Issue 23) that appeared in my driveway today. It was even quite nice that you posted a screen-shot from my website, showing the eBird Hot Spots at Pt. Pinos, on p. 6 [although I can’t find the credit line... maybe the print is too tiny? I gladly give permission anyway.]

But the author of the otherwise quite nice article got the statistics in paragraph 3 completely garbled. eBird provides two statistical measures of individual eBirders in its varying “Top 100” or “Top eBird listers” venues on the eBird web site. Those two statistics are (a) total complete eBird checklists entered and (b) total species seen at the location by the birder (and entered in eBird). It provides those statistics for Hot Spots -- such as Pt. Pinos Seawatch -- and for counties (Monterey County), states (California), counties (USA), and the World.

Your article confused the two statistics. See the screen-shot below of the Hot Spot called “Pt. Pinos Seawatch.” At the top it reads “Top eBirders” either “By Species” or “By Checklists.” If you click on “By Checklists” you get the bar graph shown below.

Karl Bardon has entered into eBird a total of 961 “complete checklists” from the location called Pt. Pinos Seawatch. Not surprising, he has a big lead in this category as he enter a complete checklist of his survey every hour of every day for the entire 2 months time of the Audubon project, this year and last year. Brian Sullivan and Paul Fenwick have spent many days at this site sea-watching over the last 10 years, and also have high totals of “complete checklists.”

But this statistic has nothing at all to do with Bird Species. Karl has not seen 961 species of birds from Pt. Pinos -- in fact, that is totally impossible, as the entire Monterey County list of all bird species for all time stands at 496 species, and all of California for all time is less than 700 species. [topic continues below]<hr However, if you toggle and click on the eBird statistics for “By Species” at Pt. Pinos Seawatch, these are those numbers<hr As you see, two eBirders had recorded just over 200 species from the Pt. Pinos seawatch over all the time they’ve spent there. Brian Sullivan has spent more time there over the last decade than anyone, and has the highest list. My own count is quite good, but since my notes before eBird came into existence in 2004 contain only the “highlights” from my 40 years of sea-watching from the Pt. Pinos, most of my old lists don’t qualify as “complete lists” in eBird (i.e., they didn’t include common resident birds like American Crow like we all do now). In any event, Karl in currently 5th on the lists of bird species seen from Pt. Pinos.

Your discussion that “competitive birding is a dead-serious sport, hobby, pasttime, or profession, depending on the individual” is fair enough, but the metric is Bird Species.

In the movie “The Big Year” the metric was bird species seen in North American within a single year. Some birds (like American Crow) are abundant and easy; other, such as Masked Booby (with only 3 records in all of Monterey County over all known time, but 2 of which were at Pt. Pinos), are rare vagrants and heavily sought after by most all birders. Almost all birders keep a life list of their bird species and most like to compare those numbers with other birders.

Almost no one -- excepting Cornell-paid staff who want to encourage everyone to enter more data -- care about “complete checklist in eBird.” Almost no one is least bit competitive about that. The vast majority of birders care about their bird lists and that’s it. We don’t “give a hoot” about the total of checklists we may have entered (again, the few exceptions are mostly eBird staff). Karl has entered a complete checklist every hour of every day during his 4 months on the job seawatching, and he’s entered over 900 checklists, but he could just as easily entered a list every half-hour and doubled his total, or entered lists every 15 minutes and doubled it again. Because a “complete checklist” is just a list of all the birds seen or hear over any time period from 3 minutes to an entire day, it is essentially a meaningless statistic. People can do the exact same amount of birding but wildly different “complete checklist” totals simply based on how often they finished one list and started another. But this is all “inside baseball” stuff .....

Still, I was chagrined to see “total ebird checklists” get confused with “total bird species seen”, which surely confused the public, and suggested over 900 bird species could occur here (which, as noted, is impossible).

But, on the other hand, it is often said that any publicity -- actual facts or fake facts -- is good publicity. So there you are. Otherwise, I loved the article.

Happy times to you on Cedar Street, Don Roberson Pacific Grove CA Dear Editor, Pacific Grove’s new cell tower ordinance is nearly approved, with far-reaching powers and huge exemptions. The city council gave first reading approval Nov. 28.

The final city council vote is Dec. 19.

This ordinance potentially exempts most cell towers and wireless facilities in the public right of way from regulation – no wireless rules, no public notification, no hearings. It exempts cell towers if the city manager signs a contract with the provider, “temporary” cell towers erected for events for unspecified time lengths, and microwave equipment installed on electric powerlines --broadband over powerline or powerline communication-- which turn powerlines into cell towers. Residents could wake up to find workers installing antennas on utility poles or putting up new equipment-laden poles outside their homes and in their neighborhoods and be powerless to stop it. This is happening in other communities.

PG’s current city manager is from Southern California Edison. Under the ordinance, the city manager has unprecedented power. He makes all cell tower decisions, including what rules to adopt. He is not bound by the Brown Act. The planning commission is removed from decisions. Residents have to pay an appeal fee to obtain public due process before the city council. Only nearby property owners will get any notice of pending projects. A future comprehensive ordinance will be written by a city manager-picked committee, with maybe only one resident at the table.

This is a sweetheart deal for AT&T, Verizon, and other wireless companies, a dangerous and wholesale sell-out that will affect property values and seriously degrade the environmental quality of the city, as well as creating fire hazards. It sets the stage for 100s of future 5G towers. At stake are Pacific Grove, its residents, wildlife, and visual character. The toxic microwave exposure will significantly increase serious health problems including cancer and tumors, reproductive problems, DNA damage, heart rhythm disturbances, and further degrade monarch butterfly populations.

The ordinance must be revised to eliminate exemptions and include public hearings and decision-making, public notification, setbacks from private property, spacing of facilities, equipment size restrictions, equipment and pole rules, and conformity with ADA. Pacific Grove could use Monterey’s ordinance in the interim, drawn from several sources.

Please reject the current ordinance.

Nina Beety Monterey

Dear Editor, With all due respect to my friend and colleague, Wanda Sue Parrot, based in her last article, THE FEAR OF A NEW FUHRER, I need to object on several points. First. using tear gas at the Tijuana border may not be an act of war on our part. In truth, when 500 or more young male noncitizens storm the border throwing rocks and bottles (using the few women and children as human shields), this could be considered an act of war on the part of the noncitizens.

Also, in respect to the Hitler/Trump analogy, this is a false analogy. Yes, it is true that those who forget history are bound to repeat it, but this is a fake parallel, and what results from a fake parallel, is fake truth. In other words, fake news! The other point is that Wanda is wonderful at defending the rights and needs of the homeless. But how about a new twist? A publicly funded program that puts the homeless to work to help themselves and each other. Homeless as passive, helpless recipients results in what? More homeless, hapless recipients.

Dear Editor:

Carol Marquart Pacific Grove

I was amazed at your pre-election CST edition. I wrote a short letter for it, but I was shocked to see how many others did as well. You really went to extra lengths to capture the entire community’s views and published more letters than I could have ever expected! You really captured how electric the issue –Measure M—was. Sadly, it was not only electric, it was overpowering and won! I was surprised, but happy that the vote represented a clear enough message to know it was our community’s view. (sadly, it wasn’t mine at the time, but I guess it is now! ) So, thank you for being a real promoter of our town’s spirit and voice. P.S. I would have written this even if I did not have a letter to the editor to request you publish, but it works out well today anyway .

Thank you in advance!

Mark Brice Chakwin Dear Editor, Last week, City Council approved a hasty, incomplete ordinance on wireless telecommunications facilities in the public right of way. Left unchanged, it will adversely affect every resident of Pacific Grove.

The most serious flaw in this bad document is section 15.26.030 Scope (b) Exemptions (5) “Installation of a wireless facility on the strand between two utility poles…”

It exempts telecoms from seeking a permit for antennae up to one cubic foot volume, and allows them to hang these antennae on virtually every telephone line in the city!

Only a few CA cities have this exemption in their wireless telecom code; and many who do qualify it by adding a length and / or height restriction to that exemption (e.g.

City of Costa Mesa in 2012). IF THIS EXEMPTION IS NOT REMOVED, THEN OUR ORDINANCE NEEDS AT LEAST THOSE TYPES OF LIMITS PUT IN THE EXEMPTIONS SECTION AS WELL. It is important to note that “small wireless facilities” (antennae) actually refers to the antenna’s coverage area -not the antenna size. However, telecoms are developing new antennae for their 5G NR needs (with massive MIMO) that will be really, really small.

Telecoms will soon be able to string up thousands of small cell antennae on the telephone lines --right here in PG. And, unless our wireless ordinance is fixed, they will be able to do this without being sensibly moderated by any PG input or voice!

We will become “Antenna Town, USA.” We face this problem because many people, including some local officials and legislators, perceive wireless telecom issues as “too scientific,” or “too technical” to analyze with their normal critical thinking skills. Some even dismiss the value of “regular public” participation on this issue! An outside “expert” must be called in to tell us what to think and to write. This is disappointing, especially when the expert is sloppy and gets it wrong.

Frankly speaking, most telecom issues faced by cities are not science. They are about land use, or regulatory guidelines, or telecommunications law implementation.

All this is policy, it is not about science.

Please contact the Mayor and City Council and urge them not to do a second reading of this ordinance! Please recommend that they pull and revise it to actually help the people of Pacific Grove.

Mark Brice Chakwin Pacific Grove Dear Editor and Wanda Sue Parrott, Your essay, “Is fear of a new führer fake news or future fate?” is shabby journalism. You are loose with facts. It is superficial. You fail to explore the illogic & absurdity of statements made. You don’t employ critical thinking.

Is there anything wrong with bad journalism? It is common. The downside is readers become skeptical of “fake news” masquerading as objective journalism. If it is too obvious who will believe you? “Useful idiots” (attributed to Lenin or Stalin) refers to a person, a journalist or propagandist, advocating for a cause whose goals they are not fully aware.

I get that you are disturbed by “... fear and actual suffering from lack of work ... ” That’s disturbing by any standard. Yet solutions are problematic, elusive. The ramifications of what you wrote defy easy solutions. Your condemning President Trump for problems that have plagued mankind since the Creation is mere partisan prejudice.

Your innuendo connecting Trump to Hitler, Nazis, Concentration Camps is deplorable.

You claim “My role as a journalist is to encourage people to think.” I’d prescribe that for you as well.

Rick Hadlock 801-910-3571 Editor: The U.S. House of Representatives may soon consider a bill that would put a price on carbon. The bipartisan Energy Innovation and Carbon Act (H.R. 7173) would assess fees on the carbon emissions that contribute to global warming. The bill is revenue neutral. The money will be returned to families as monthly rebates. Most low and middle income households will break even or come out ahead. Money will flow from those with high carbon footprints to those with low carbon footprints.

It will be very interesting to see how the big oil and natural gas companies react to this bill. These companies have the people and financial resources to lead the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy. To date they have tended to resist this transition. Stay tuned.

K. Jeffrey Johnson Carmel

December 37, 2018 • CEDAR STREET

I Cantori di Carmel

Times • Page 5

with Maestro Dr. Cyril Deaconoff “Songs of Hope” (Canciones de Esperanza)

By Katie Shain The legend of I Cantori di Carmel harkens back nearly 40 years. I Cantori di Carmel takes its name from the Italian, “The Singers of Carmel.” It is said that a band of local Bach Festival singers collectively decided that they wanted to sing and perform more often than once per year, thus the genesis of I Cantori di Carmel. “I Cantori di Carmel does more than achieve high standards and real artistic success. It inspires.”

[Scott MacClelland, The Monterey Herald] This Holiday Season 2018 brings “Songs of Hope.” Featuring the California premier of Cyril Deaconoff’s “Canticles of Love, Despair, and Hope” as well as “Carols and Lullabies” by Conrad Susa. Expect a full orchestra with guest soloists.

American composer, Dr. Cyril Deaconoff, born in Moscow, Russia to a “music loving family” was introduced to the piano near the age of 7. From those early beginnings Deaconoff has been on an independent and constant musical trajectory.

Graduate of the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory and Indiana University Bloomington, Deaconoff has become a thoughtful and dedicated published composer, conductor and organist, sound designer for film and video games, as well as an excellent professor and innovator. To his published and professionally performed credits are SATB (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) choral arrangements, orchestral and opera scores, chamber and string quartet music, plus an available CD; all of which can be accessed by visiting his web address, https://www.cyrildeaconoff.com Recently, November of 2018, beyond the Monterey Peninsula, (where Deaconoff spends a great deal of his time), most ambitiously he staged and orchestrated the avant-garde masterwork, “Stimmung,” by Karlheinz Stockhausen, in collaboration with “Voices of Silicon Valley” and the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. A thoughtful, heartfelt and timely tribute was given to Armistice Day, the 100-year landmark of WWII in honor of this production; this accomplishment attained official international recognition of honored status with the Stockhausen Foundation in Germany. Included in the same concert was the World Premiere of “Our Time,” another original work for SABT chorus by Deaconoff. Other eclectic choices for the Conservatory program presented Pentatonix arrangements, “MLK” by U2, and “Sympathy,” which included live audience participation through the encouraged use of cell phones to individually access asynchronous pre-programmed sounds which accompanied the chamber voices.

Each selection was masterfully performed and flawlessly presented. “The inspiration of new challenges motivates C. Deaconoff, the conductor and artistic director behind Voices of Silicon Valley . . . The engineers from Stanford’s Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics (CCRMA) provided world-class amplification.”[ SF Classical Voice]

To say that Deaconoff is a man on a musical journey is a bit modest. 2018 summer, Deaconoff invested at Skywalker Ranch on an original film-score project for Lucas Films, California with their Sound Grammy Award-winning staff. This brief history of Deaconoff may provide a canvas backdrop for the expanse of new music possibilities to be presented.

Additionally it must be said, as well as consummately accomplished, Deaconoff is a wonderful college professor. MPC, Monterey Peninsula College, piano virtuoso and music theory student, Adonis Pedrialva commented, “He is the best piano teacher I’ve ever had!”

It seems that the board of I Cantori found Deaconoff in much the same way that they discovered Dr. Salvatore Ferrantelli, former and original maestro of I Cantori for over 36 astonishingly creative years; he was teaching music theory and chorus at MPC. Coincidentally, Deaconoff, achieved his doctorate from the same University as Ferrantelli. Chronologically, Ferrantelli handed his baton over to Tom Lehmkuhl, who directed two seasons of exceptional I Cantori performances before handing it off to Deaconoff, leaving the best yet to come!

Annually I Cantori di Carmel invites the entire community to “Sing-Along Messiah” every year at the Carmel Mission Basilica. Global tours, including singing in renown Cathedrals and Chapels, are also a regular offering and luxury affair that members are privileged to enjoy. I Cantori always welcomes advanced chorus participants through registration at Monterey Peninsula College.

One final element about I Cantori which must be mentioned is the fundraising offshoot, VOCI, a cappella Chamber Choir. Dr. Susan Mehra, retired from her career in local practice as a psychotherapist, has directed this group of a cappella singers since the early 90’s. They have been regularly entertaining for holiday evenings at Spanish Bay, as well as at other venues and events. Check the website: www.icantori.org.

Carmel Mission Basilica, located at 3080 Rio Road, Carmel, 93923, will provide the ambience for the “Songs of Hope” concerts on Saturday, December 8, at 8:00 pm, and Sunday, December 9, at 8:00 pm. Reserve seats (first 8 rows) $30 by calling 6448012 or purchase general admission $25, student, military and youth $15, at the door or email: tickets@icantori.org. Thank you donations are always welcome and appreciated!

Cyril Deaconoff, Conductor

Songs of Hope (Canciones de Esperanza) Sat-Sun, Dec 8-9, 8:00 PM

Carmel Mission Basilica

Featured music: Carols and Lullabies by Conrad Susa, Canticles of Love, Despair and Hope by Cyril Deaconoff (West Coast premiere), with soloists and orchestra General Admission: $25, Military/Student: $15,Reserved: $30 Purchase tickets: online at www.icantori.org or at the door

General admission tickets also available at: Pilgrim’s Way Books in Carmel, Bookmark in Pacific Grove, & Luminata in Monterey Information: (831) 644-8012 or www.icantori.org Supported in part by a grant from the Arts Council for Monterey County

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• December 7, 2018

Roy “Art” Arthur Horning

Obituary

APRIL 25, 1945 ~ NOVEMBER 30, 2018

The percentage of entangled whales in California in our Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary reached almost 50% of the total reports

PACIFIC GROVE - Roy Arthur Horning, known lovingly by family and friends as Art, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and loved ones.

Art was a professional photographer for much of his life. He was a true creative visionary, artist and music lover. His deep connection to the outdoors and his love of nature took him on many adventures throughout his life. Art was happiest when he was at home with his family and watching his grandchildren play. He also loved trips to Hawaii and camping in the Sierras.

Art is survived by his amazing wife, Cindy Horning; his children, Andrea, Benjamin, Stephanie and Jennifer; his brother, Andrew, and his sweet angels (his grandchildren), Ryann, Elijah and Xander Horning.

Humpback whale tail entangled in fishing gear

We thank you Papa for being simply the best. With heavy hearts earthside, we know you are soaking up the sunshine working on your suntan and eating vanilla sandwich cookies and milk with baby Aiden by your side somewhere over the rainbow.

A Celebration of Art’s Life will be announced. To sign Art’s guest book and leave messages for his family, please visit www.thepaulmortuary.com.

Stevenson

Sports

Stevenson Girls Varsity Soccer vs Anzar Stevenson beat Anzar 10-2 Romi Markx had 3 goals Maeve O’Connor had 1 goal Grace Hurley had 1 goals ** Maya Forgus had 1 goal ** Natalie Murray had 1 goal Courtney Bishop had 1 goal Kiara Smith had 1 goal Kira Seggerty had 1 goal

Selection

Ryan Nielsen was selected to represent Stevenson and the Central Coast Section in Saturday’s game vs. the NCS All All Stars at Palo Alto High School.

DECEMBER 14 & 15

Humpback whale pectoral fin tangled in orange line Marine Life Studies is tackling this crisis by having their WET® team out in the Monterey Bay every week of the year as the primary whale response team in our Sanctuary. You can be assured that in 2018, WET® has been out there to respond to every entangled whale in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. By having the most effective, efficient, and advanced rescue gear, WET® can be successful in the fight against unnecessary whale deaths due to entanglement.

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Joy Colangelo

From the Trenches

PACIFIC GROVE’s ROSE COLORED GLASSES

Last week, City Council unanimously passed the Local Coastal Plan which will be submitted to the Coastal Commission for approval. Forty cities/counties in California must submit an LCP which must include features consistent with Coastal Commission requirements (eg the allowance of Short Term Rentals, only historic houses can be raised to avoid flooding, preservation of viewsheds and access to the coastline). Most importantly, to be accepted, they must spell out how they will adapt to the rising sea level.

LCP’s specify location, type and scale of all future land and water uses in the Coastal Zone which means, at our meeting, the Hopkins Marine administrator was in the audience along with their Stanford planner; Hayward Lumber CEO who noted they’ve been on their site for over a hundred years; residents from the Asilomar Dunes, residents who can rightfully be called The Patron Saints of The Oystercatcher and a host of other business and home owners, along with environmentalists who I call “Those that like to tell people how to watch the seals”. It passed after dozens and dozens (it’s actually a bit under 100 meetings - I know!! Where have you been?) but I swear, this meeting would appear to the innocent bystander to be the first time it had been discussed. It remains that controversial and contentious. And by controversial and contentious, note that I did not say it was profound. To be profound, we would have to take off our rose-colored glasses and use a crystal clear crystal ball.

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One would think we are learning nothing from Alaska’s problems with it’s nearly 30 yards-a-year eroding coastline, the most severe in the world. They are moving 89 villages, 4 of which are in immediate and eminent risk of sea rise and are packing up as I write. If you don’t believe in Climate Change, ask an Alaskan and you will have to at least believe in a Changing Climate. You can move the words around all you want, but the villages have to move either way. Washington state also has 4 tribes relocating and has established a Landslide Mitigation Plan just for road service, detours and escape routes. Even Amtrak has a plan to declare 48 hour moratoriums during storm surge and heavy rains on train service along the coast after 240 coastal bluff landslides in 3 years.

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Pacific Grove? We’re arguing about fences in Asilomar Dunes or what fence we can build to keep passerbys away from the nesting Oystercatchers or removing the chain link fence at Hopkins Marine. Fences that hold people back have been what’s been holding us up.

Here’s my solution to our coastline: close the road. Accept the footsteps of pedestrians, the extremely minimal pressure from bike riders and get rid of the cars.

At least make it one way like way-ahead-of-its time Carmel did with their road that hugs their eroding coast about 30 years ago. Our edict after closing the road wouldn’t be “Let them eat cake”, it would be “Let them walk their cake off.”

Other cities are way ahead of us in planning for sea level rise. And it’s not because of lazy city planners (tip of the hat to City Planner Ms. Aziz and I must note, I rarely tip my hat). It’s because of the citizenry’s lack of future vision and their motto “protect the way it is now”. Jennifer Savage, California Policy Manager for Surfrider states “citizens and policy makers have trouble with such long term projections,” as sea level rise by 2045. But think of it this way, with 200,000 homes in California threatened, building any new house or even remodeling one along the coast won’t live as long as it’s 30 year mortgage. Why allow any improvements along the coastline?

Redwood City has 1/5 of their homes and 1/4 of their roads at high risk of flooding and has outlined a plan for retreat. San Francisco and Oakland airports have already bolstered their seawalls because it’s the international importance to preserve such airports and ports. Pacifica has a working group on sea level rise which has already deemed 3 apartment buildings and one house unsafe and thus will vacate them.

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PG Kiwanis Santa Project

The Pacific Grove Kiwanis is proud to be working with the local fire departments to provide toys to boys and girls. They are seeking your assistance in bringing the Christmas spirit to the less fortunate! Your donated toys will be delivered to children by the Monterey/Pacific Grove/Carmel Fire Department.

Toys must be brand new and unwrapped. LAST DAY - DEC 15.

Toy collection barrels may be found at the following locations:

Marin, the California city that will be hardest hit by sea rise has 4400 homes at very high risk and yet they can’t get their LCP off the ground -- they’ve been arguing for years and years with the Coastal Commission because they want to lift all those house with the Commission only allowing houses to be lifted if on the Historic Registry. Marin has something in common with Pacific Grove besides lacking people of color - both of us want to protect and refuse to retreat as if they are formidable warriors against Poseidon himself.

We’re like the Port of San Diego whose administrators and citizens think sea level rise is just too futuristic and improbable. The Governor will have to jump in very soon to save this port from itself and design and planned retreat. Someone will come forward someday too in Pacific Grove and remind everyone how heavy parked cars and tourist buses are on poorly laid decomposed granite parking pullouts along our Coastal Zone. And remind everyone that our sewer and power lines run under that road (Rudy Fischer tried to tell everyone, but no....don’t listen to someone who sounds such an uncomfortable alarm. Elect the people that like to talk about fences).

Another Commission is in the works that will mimic the Coastal Commission but it’s a johnny-come-toolately --- A Fire Zone Commission. It would be like S. Australia’s Commission that has oversight on planned exit paths and where and how to rebuild communities destroyed by fire. They’ve built 98 refuges in Australia.

These “last resort refuges” are like Paradises Walmart parking lot - planned instead of make-shift, the refuges have housing and resources for mandatory evacuations and retreat. Pretty soon, PG might have to go to work on an LFP (local fire plan) for such a Commission. No doubt we’ll have a bunch of meetings on what to do if fences burn down.

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FEAST OF LANTERNS CAST AND CREW – 2018 PAGEANT CAST (IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE) Narrator .......................................................................... Roger Powers Sign Language Interpreter ...............................Debbie Yingling Schugg Lantern Bearers .................................................. Children of the Realm Princess Emerald .................................................................Cali Knoop Princess Turquoise ........................................................Parker Llantero Princess Tourmaline ............................................................. Siena Fisk Princess Amethyst ......................................................... Caroline Coen Koong-se (Queen Topaz.....................................................Serena Paci T’so Ling ............................................................................ Camillo Paci Scholar Chang .................................................................Elias Yevdash Crown Bearers............................................. Cesare and Massimo Paci Queen Topaz 2017 ....................................................... Caroline Evans Royal Guards.............................................................Men of the Realm Temple Dancers............................................................led by Akemi Ito MonSori Samulnori ................................................led by Dukhyun Cho Troupe Diva ...................................................... led by Jamaica Sinclair Guan Yin ......................................................................... Sherry Sands Chun Soy ........................................................................ Andrea Fuerst Lin Yi (mean nurse......................................................... Linda Pagnella Ta-Jin .........................................................................Robbie Shammas Oarsman .............................................................................Larry Sands Feast of Lanterns Dragon propelled by ............Pacific Grove Hyperbaric Chamber Crew

Aliotti’s Victorian Corner Bagel Kitchen Beach House Restaurant Canterbury Woods China House Fishwife First Awakenings The Golden Tee Restaurant Goodies Delicatessen Happy Girl Kitchen Holly’s Lighthouse Cafe Jeninni Kitchen & Wine Bar Julia’s La Creme La Mia Cucina Los Amigos Restaurant Mando’s Restaurant Max’s Grill Mountain Mike’s Pizza Old Fisherman’s Grotto Petra Restaurant Vivilo’s Chowder House

PAGEANT CREW Directed by ......................................................... Marabee Rush Boone Script adapted by....................................................Clayton L. Freeman Set design...................................................................... Wilda Northrop Set creation .................................................Wilda and Lowell Northrop Sedan chair handcrafted by.............................................. Roger Brown Stage Crew ......................................................Jack Henden and family ...................Tim Dagelan, Residents of the Bridge Restoration Ministry Lantern Bearer Coordinator ..............................................Michelle Ford Lighting ...........................................................Stage Lighting Concepts Sound ........................... Independent Audio of the Monterey Peninsula Fireworks ....................................................................Pyro Spectacular Pageant crew assisted by........................... Many wonderful volunteers Escape boat courtesy of ........................................... The Sands Family Entertainer Parking Security .......................Pacific Grove Kiwanis Club 2018 ENTERTAINERS (PARTIAL LIST) SATURDAY AFTERNOON Flag Ceremony ..................St. Mary’s-by-the-Sea Cub Scout Pack 125 Pier Entertainers (partial list .......... Monterey Bay Chinese Association Firefly Band, ............

Michael Martinez, Chris Bohrman & Friends, ...........................................................and the DiFranco Dance Project.

Thank you to Jack Henden for building a new set this year using the design from the Northrops.

Thank you to Hayward Lumber for donating all the supplies to rebuild the Blue Willow palace set.

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• December 7, 2018

Home for the Holidays & Holiday Pets Diana L. Guerrero

Ask ARK Lady

At one time shelters discouraged the adoption of animals over the holiday season. This changed in 1999 when the Helen Woodward Animal Center launched the ‘Home 4 the Holidays’ effort to place pets into homes.

The cooperative effort involved 14 different shelters in San Diego, California and was so successful that it has now become an annual project.

Today it is now known as IH4TH (Iams Home 4 the Holidays) and has the distinction of being the largest and most successful animal adoption drive in history by finding families for millions of orphan pets.

The effort begins in October each year and concludes at the beginning of the new year. The effort has grown into an international effort that today involves thousands of pet rescue agencies and animal shelters from more than 17 countries worldwide.

One of the great things about adoption during this time is that it takes business away from the inhumane puppy mills and backyard breeders who churn out pets without concern for their health and welfare.

At one time shelters refused to place animals in homes during the holidays which left people with no choice but to support those horrible businesses. This has changed so that now shelters help more families bring pets into their homes during the holidays than at any other time of year.

Home for the Holidays works to help people make an informed decision and to match them with the pet that best fits into their lifestyle, their family, and their home with the ultimate goal of keeping them there.

If you or someone you know is seeking a pet during

the holiday season, we encourage you participate in the annual Home 4 the Holidays annual adoption drive—just contact your local adoption groups such as Peace of Mind Dog Rescue, Animal Friends Rescue Project or the Monterey SPCA. Holiday Pets: This time of year people think that it might be a good time to add a new pet to the family or to give one as a gift.

Although the ‘Home 4 the Holidays’ annual adoption drive during this time of year has been pretty successful, the hectic season can also be a poor time to add and integrate an animal into a home for many.

The biggest mistake is when someone purchases a pet for a friend or family member.

Why it is a mistake? Because obtaining a new pet is a personal decision that demands research, resources, and also places additional responsibility on to the new pet parent.

This is why it is best to let each person make that choice and commitment rather than surprising them with a live animal that may end up abandoned or relinquished later.

Instead, consider creating increased anticipation by cascading gifts ‘hinting’ at the possibility. This will allow the recipient time to make the right selection when it best works into his or her schedule.

Consider arranging a real time ‘event calendar’ where the person opens a gift every day prior to the holiday with a gift certificate for the cost of the pet adoption as the ultimate ending.

Another strategy is to create a big basket of essential pet supplies by using a dog or cat bed (or crate) filled to the brim with the items that will be needed when a new pet is selected.

For instance, it could be filled with toys, treats, collar, leash, brush or comb, toileting aids (pet clean up aids doggie toilet or cat litter box) and gift certificates for puppy preschool or kitten kindergarten.

Other useful certificates would be for grooming,

pet sitting, and veterinary wellness exams or pet insurance. These perks create excitement around the ultimate gift—the promised pet.

Ideally one of your local adoption centers will be happy to issue a gift certificate for pet adoption as the big bonus award.

Whether you participate in this type of pet gifting, or in the ‘Home 4 the Holidays’ program, a new pet is always a joyful addition.

About ARKlady: Diana L Guerrero (aka ARKlady) lives on the Central Coast of California by the sea. An author, animal whisperer and wildlife interpreter, her first word was “fish.” Known locally as “DGinPG,” she is a friend of the furred, feathered and finned. With a goal of enriching the lives of animals (both wild and tame) and empowering the humans that love them, she shares a lifetime of professional experience and specialty training with animal lovers--who are not only passionate about animals but that want to make a difference in their lives and in the world in which they live.

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First Latina to the MPC Board of Trustees to be sworn in December 12

Natalia Molina, newly elected to the Board of Trustees of Monterey Peninsula College (MPC) for Seaside, will be sworn in Wednesday, December 12, during a special ceremony beginning at 1:30 p.m. The ceremony will be held at the library located on the MPC Campus in the Sam Karas Room.

As a trustee, Molina and the other members of the board are tasked with overseeing the college’s approximate $70 million budget, assisting in the hiring of a new MPC president, and amplifying the voice of students, faculty, and staff.

Molina is the first Latina to be elected to the seat. MPC ‘s student body is 40% Latinx . Molina said she’s looking forward to serving the community. Yuri Anderson, newly elected to the Board of Trustees for Marina, will also be sworn in during the ceremony.

Molina said she’s excited to move the college forward throughout the course of her four-year term.

“My #1 job is to listen to the community,” she said. “I want students, staff, and the community to know they’re a critical part of innovation at the college.” She added that she believes in a Monterey Peninsula Community College that is successful for students, faculty, staff, and residents alike.

Molina began her campaign in September and won the vote November 11. MPC is located in Monterey at 980 Fremont Street.

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Kyle Krasa

Planning for Each Generation

My wife grew-up in a relatively small town in Maine. Her aunts, uncles, cousins, and grandparents all lived in the same town. Her parents’ aunts, uncles, cousins, and grandparents also lived in the same town. However, her generation was the first to “leave town.” I dragged her to California; her brother lives in New Hampshire; and she has cousins who live in Vermont and Illinois. Many families have similar stories as the world is much more global than it used to be. In fact, it is quite common today to have friends and family who live in a different country. While having contacts all over the world can be a benefit, it can also create a potential estate planning trap.

Most comprehensive estate plans are centered around a revocable living trust.

The trust provides that the Grantors (the “Trust Makers”) serve as the initial Trustees (“Trust Managers”) and name other individuals or entities as Successor Trustees in the event of the Grantors’ incapacity or death. It is common to name family members and friends as Successor Trustees. However, if a trust names a non-U.S. Citizen or a U.S. Citizen who resides in another country as a Successor Trustee, the trust could be considered a “foreign trust” by the IRS, resulting in adverse tax consequences.

Adverse tax consequences of a foreign trust can include recognition of capital gains for transferring certain assets to the trust even if they have not been sold; mandatory withholding by the IRS; and certain federal reporting requirements.

These consequences can result in a significant depletion of the trust estate contrary to the Grantor’s intent. To avoid classification as a foreign trust, the trust must meet two tests: the “court test” and the “control test.”

The “court test” is met if a court located within the 50 states or the District of Columbia has primary supervision over the administration of the trust. As long as the Trust is administered within the United States and does not contain a “migration provision” – a provision that transfers the administration to another country upon the occurrence of an event – then the “court test is satisfied.” If the Trustee is a resident of another country – even if the Trustee is a U.S. Citizen – there could be questions as to whether the administration of the trust is actually taking place in the United States.

The “control test” requires that a “U.S. Person,” which could be a non-U.S. Citizen who is a resident of the United States or a U.S. Citizen who is not a resident of the United States, has the authority to control to “all substantial decisions of the trust.” Naming non-U.S. residents who are not U.S. Citizens as a Trustee can fail this test.

When establishing a living trust, care should be taken if the trust involves any parties who are either non-U.S. residents or non-U.S. Citizens. Special language might be required to ensure that the United States courts have jurisdiction over the administration of the trust and that the trust is controlled by a “U.S. person.”

It might also be prudent to avoid naming any non-U.S. resident or non-U.S. Citizen as a Trustee or other trust position that involves control over the trust.

If you cannot think of any friends or family members who reside in the United States to act in such a role, you might want to consider appointing a professional private fiduciary or a U.S. corporation to fulfill such roles.

KRASA LAW, Inc. is located at 704-D Forest Avenue, Pacific Grove, California 93950 and Kyle may be reached at 831-920-0205.

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Marina 3rd Q 2017 vs. 2018 Patrick Ryan

Local Real Estate Update Marina is the last in our series of examining the 3rd quarter of 2018 when compared to the 3rd quarter of 2017. Marina is a bit unique compared to the other towns as it has the new developments of East Garrison and The Dunes. The following numbers reflect sales of single-family homes only, they do not include condos or townhomes. If any of you readers would like me to examine the sales of condos and/or townhomes in the future, just shoot me an email and let me know.

For quick reference to the table above, sold means the total amount of single family homes that sold in 2017 and 2018. List price is what the home was listed for and sold price is what the home ultimately sold for. DOM stands for days on market, or how long it took the home to sell. Price per square foot is determined by dividing the final sales price by the square footage of the home, which can be useful when evaluating the asking price or determining the sales price of a home.

The numbers bear out what I have been seeing out in the field, Marina is more expensive than Seaside and is coming into its own. The largest increases are the amount of homes sold and the days on market respectively. The increased days on market (DOM) in 2018 is due to there being 6 homes that sold after 100 days on market. In the 3rd quarter of 2017 there were only two homes that took over 100 days to sell. The increased number of homes in the 3rd quarter of 2018 can be explained by an increased number of homes sold in The Dunes and East Garrison development. In the 3rd quarter of 2018 twenty-four homes sold there, while in the 3rd quarter of 2017 eleven homes sold in that area.

Both the list price and the sold price saw healthy price appreciations when comparing 2018 and 2017’s 3rd quarters. Marina is now up above $600,000 in both categories. Seaside by comparison is still in the mid $500,000s for both average list price and average sold price. This also can be attributed to the new developments of The Dunes and East Garrison.

My wife and I have commented to each other for a number of years now, that Marina is going to go through a rejuvenation and I believe it is happening. New stores, new homes, new restaurants and new parks are all increasing the quality of life. Along with the new developments, CSUMB is a catalyst for this change and it will be interesting to see how it transpires over the coming years.

Last week I mentioned some new plans we have for the new year. It will involve getting in physical shape and increasing your local real estate knowledge. What a better way to start the new year than on a new and positive path. More details to come in the coming weeks. Cheers.

Patrick.ryan@sothebyshomes.com Broker Associate 831-238-8116 www.pebblebeachabodes.com

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Jane Roland

The Story of Sandy This is my annual Christmas Story a little early this year, but we lost Mary this year and I wanted to commemorate her one more time. PACREP’S, Mamma Mia, is at the Golden Bough Playhouse. Last weekend we celebrated the first Holiday of PacRep’sNeverlandBenefit Shop. We all worked very hard and are looking forward to many more.

“Christmas is around the corner. No longer are there parties every day or festive dinner events. We are all older and entertaining is not something that comes easily.

It was once a more peaceful time. Christmas Eve was spent for, close to thirty years, at the home of my cousin, Mary Shaw, who entertained the family in this manner until the numbers became too large and many of us spread for our own celebrations.

Mary is my first cousin on my mother’s side; we are the last of the second generation of the George W. Morse’s of Boston. There is a genetic love of animals in our background. Mary epitomizes those who go to any end to help or save a creature in need. Yet, there is no fanfare, she is modest, beautiful, kind, diligent, humorous, and (would you believe it) shy. She said that, “after I lost Sally, my standard poodle, and Ruggles a fine fellow of indiscernible ancestry, I felt very alone” She went to the SPCA and found a dog with a cute face “a ragged long-haired animal with a beautiful fluffy tale. He greeted me with undiluted joy, wiggling from nose to tale tip, saying, “Take me please”. The rest is history. He has been with her through difficult and happy times, is now 16 or 17, deaf but enjoys his walks and playing with his toys.

When I returned to the Monterey Peninsula Mary decided that she would like to start an Auxiliary for the SPCA. With a few other women we met regularly, asked Sean Flavin to lead us and commenced an operation that brought a considerable amount of money to the organization. For those who think that our endeavors were those of pampered society women, think again, many of us were certainly not affluent, those who were didn’t think about it. We had two parties a year, one in the summer one in the winter; we cooked all the food and, initially did the clean-up, including dishes and floor washing. As the popularity increased, we saved a little of our income to pay for kitchen people but still did all the cooking. Mary was the driving force and later, when we published a cookbook, she and Joyce Nicholas were the workhorses, testing every recipe, finding publishers, artists (of which Gus Arriola, Eldon Dedini, Jerry Williamson and Daughter, Jennie, were most prolific) and marketing, the stock room was in Mary’s garage. She handled all the bookkeeping and, when necessary, shipping. Ultimately the Auxiliary ended, as did most hands-on groups. When they existed, it was the halcyon days of fund raising.

Mary has housed animals of all kinds, many times thanks to her children. There have been reptiles, birds, rodents, chickens, horses, and, of course cats and dogs.

I remember many of them, back to the days when my mother lived at the River Ranch in the fifties and the Osborne and Morse families moved out for the summer. There were creatures all over the place, joining the four-legged permanent residents. When Will, Mary’s husband, was living, there were great characters, even a cat (not Mary’s favorite species), there were Fuzz and Sally, standard poodles, Sharky, who always carried a ball in his mouth, left in Mary’s care by Polly, Mozart, a fabulous yellow lab, Ruggles, another SPCA special and several others. There are animals of yesterday and today who would not have survived had it not been for this good woman, who I am proud to claim as my closest relative.

Sandy left us a few years ago, but we know he is flying with the angels, looking down and wishing all a blessed Christmas. Mary has a helper who lives downstairs, she has two adorable little dogs, a French Bull Dog named Sully and another little mixture who enjoys barking. ” We ran into friends from the old shop last week at Masiah and Friends, next door to the patio of First Awakenings. Check it out, it is a beautiful shop with wonderful art work.

People said how much they miss us and I assured them that Pacific Repertory Theatre is looking for an appropriate home for a shop. Those of us involved at the old shop see each other frequently, we worked on the first estate sale, will do another and have lunch as often as possible. We are very good friends and will let you all know when we have a new home. Keep the calls and emails coming we really enjoy receiving them ..

Most of you are aware that since this was penned last year we have found a shop at the top of Forest Avenue..down the sidewalk from Albertos.

The location is not great, not enough walk by, so if anyone hears about a spot that might work, please let us know.. Jane Roland – 649-0657 – gcr770@aol.com Mary Sandy by Genevie Roland Smith

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Marty Dunn Rovin’ in the Grove Call me strange (you would not be the first!), but I love storms by the ocean. During my childhood at the beach in Santa Cruz—Seabright to be exact—summer people always assumed that my favorite part of the year was July through September. It was great then, too—sun-damaged skin aside—but the ocean takes on such a fabulous wildness to it during a real rip-snorter with a strong southerly blow, something those tourists missed out on. Summer weather is pretty predictable: fog in the morning, clearing in the afternoon, repeat; winter weather is its own creature, churning up the water, waves chomping at the cliffs, squalls punching across the beaches.

Last Thursday’s storm was my first on this side of the bay, and I couldn’t wait to experience it. I checked out the coast in Monterey first and was a bit stymied: where were the roiling swells and wind-blown whitecaps I was used to? My surprise, of course, was a reflection of my still-backwards geography from this side of the bay.

Here, the southerly storm winds are cut off from the curvy portion of the bay, as Monterey nestles in the lee of the mountains to its south and is thus comparatively sheltered. Santa Cruz, though, to the north, has full frontal exposure to the storm winds and all the passionate pandemonium they create. (That exposure also creates a notable difference in the average rainfall for each area: Santa Cruz racks up about 31” while Monterey comes in at about 19”.)

From Monterey, I headed back to PG and followed Ocean View down to Asilomar Beach. What a wild scene, with jaw-dropping waves roaring onshore—I’d estimate I saw some 15-footers—and I could not stop cheering them on, so thrilled with their impossible-to-tame ferocity. PG Public Works tenacious crews had closed some of the parking areas, though a few hardy (perhaps foolhardy) folk had walked in for up-close viewing.

Closer to Asilomar, the road dips down in spots, so the horizon at times looked like huge looming gray-green walls. Those were walls, but of the watery variety. I noted the new boardwalk sections along this stretch of cliff were getting a proper baptism of spray, foam and the occasional whip of bull kelp. Various seabirds were hard-pressed to find any safe ledges for rest, so they were mostly airborne, being chauffeured by the gusty gales. The little coves were loaded with fresh shipments of seaweed, ripped from the bay’s floor.

Then, under the category of ’’can it get any better?,” a rainbow suddenly broke through the puffy silver/white clouds. What a performance, compliments of Mother Nature!

The benefits of the rainfall—the cleansing and replenishment of the landscape—help to renew not only our much- and long-depleted water supply but also our spirits. As we near Winter’s official start, may we be fortunate enough to welcome more storms our way.

Legal Notices

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20181460 The following person is doing business as COLEYS CRAFTING CLOSET, 107 1st Street, Pacific Grove Ca., 93950: NICOLE BROWN, P.O. BOX 51428 Pacific Grove, Ca. 93950. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on 10/9/18.

Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on 10/9/18. Signed: Nicole Brown. This business is conducted by co-partners. Publication dates: 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20182157 The following person is doing business as HOWARD JOHNSON EXPRESS & INN, 660 Dennett Street, Pacific Grove, Monterey County, CA 93950: KSK Investments Inc, 660 Dennett Street, Soledad, CA 93960. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on 10/31/18. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on N/A. Signed: Sejal Patel, VP. This business is conducted by a corporation. Publication dates: 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/18.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20182157 The following person is doing business as HOWARD JOHNSON EXPRESS & INN, 660 Dennett Street Pacific Grove, CA., 93950; KSK INVESTMENTS INC, 660 Dennett Street Pacific Grove, CA., 93950.

This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on 10/31/18. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on n/a. Signed, Sejal Patel. This business is conducted by co-partners. Publication dates: 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/18.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20182053 The following person is doing business as LAZY MILLENIAL FARMS, LAZY MILLENIAL FARM, 1700 Old Stage Rd., Salinas, Monterey County, CA 93908: LEONARDO DANIEL SANCHEZ, 324 Sequoia St., Salinas, 93906. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on 10/16/18.

Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on 6/1/18. Signed: Leonardo Daniel Sanchez. This business is conducted by an individual. Publication dates: 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/18.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 20182052 The following person is doing business as LAZY MILLENIAL FARMS, LAZY MILLENIAL FARM, LAZY MILLENIAL FARMER, 1700 Old Stage Rd., Salinas, Monterey County, CA 93908: MATTHEW LEISEL, 60 Stephanie Dr. Apt D-310, Salinas, CA 93901 and BRITTANY LEISEL, 60 Stephanie Dr. Apt D-310, Salinas, CA 93901. This statement was filed with the Clerk of Monterey County on 10/16/18.

Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or name(s) listed above on 1/17/15. Signed: Matthew Leisel. This business is conducted by a married couple. Publication dates: 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/18.

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Webster Slate The Gray Eminence

Cop Log

Gallery Night at PGAC

This Friday, Dec. 7, is a great time to enjoy the free, public “Gallery Night” at the community’s nonprofit Pacific Grove Art Center, with a 7-9 p.m. reception at 568 Lighthouse!

It will be a final chance to view 120 Tiny Treasures, in a variety of art mediums, and then deposit your tickets for your favorite piece of art – because the drawing will be Dec. 13 - the final day of the current exhibits. “Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower,” says author Albert Camus, and you are sure to feel invigorated with the cool crisp weather while enjoying the works of these artists: - MPAF--Autumn Adventures in Art, Gill Gallery - Paul Richmond--Promiseland, Dyke Gallery - Edi Matsumoto--Lives in Our Hands, Annand Gallery - PGAC’s Annual Fundraiser--Tiny Treasures, Boyer Gallery & Small Halls As always, many of the PGAC 17 resident studio artists will open their doors, so you can catch a glimpse of how painters, printmakers, watercolorists, fabric artists and sculptors work in their private spaces.

-- There is no admission fee. PGAC is made possible through your donations.Visit the PGAC website, www.pgartcenter.org for full details about upcoming events and workshops.

45TH Anniversary of the Endangered Species Act

No more fun on Funston Funston Ave. – There was an argument between cohabitating couple.

What follows is a 2 for 1 Way to ring in the New Year Marriage is a 3 ring Circus. The engagement ring, the wedding ring and the suffering.

I hope he took the fully packed suitcase and ran for his life. Dude, don’t look back.

Run, run for your life. You are not really significant to her.

Grand theft: money/labor/ \ Spruce Ave. A female reported that her significant other removed the engagement ring that he gave her from a suitcase, thus ending the engagement.

Nostril-dames strikes again #kane Battery\/David Ave. - The victim was punched by the suspect in the nose. There was a complaint of pain only. There was no medical assistance needed. Suspect fled prior to police arrival.

Not Ellsworth Kelly #Barnett Newman Vandalism: deface public property/ \ Ocean View Blvd. - Graffiti was located on the walls and handrails at the beach.

Catch and release; to the court False identification/ \ Ocean View Blvd. – The suspect David Lopez-06/26/59 was contacted during a vehicle check. Mr. Lopez lied about who he is. Our PGPD saw through this nonsense and threw the citation book at him.

All is not lost, except for the brain matter PGPD expends each and every day. #I lost my glasses #I lost my car keys # Oh there they are!

Lighthouse Ave. - The reporting party reported his property lost, however, he later located the missing item.

The holiday season of giving started with this Good Samaritan Found property/\ Ocean View Blvd. - A citizen found property from the above location. The property was brought to the PGPD to be held for safekeeping. Owner was contacted and will be in to pick up the property.

This burglar was probably not Santa’s little helper Maybe this year, Santa will bring the victim just enough common sense to stop leaving property in the vehicle. #naughty list Burglary/ \ Forest Ave. – A vehicle was burglarized. No leads at this time.

Old enough to know that crime does not pay Joseph Eddie Dean Thompson-02/17/83 was booked Happy trails to you. Till we meet again- in jail.

Theft/ \ Country Club Gate. – There was a theft of money from till at business.

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By Senator Bill Monning From generations of science and research, the United States has shaped meaningful public policy and this month I am excited to recognize the 45th anniversary of the United States Endangered Species Act (Act).

On December 27, 1973, President Richard Nixon signed the Act into law to protect and revive critical animal and plant species from extinction and it has had notable success. The Act’s strong protections have allowed scientists to work to stabilize species that are integral to our ecosystem and, in 2013, the US Department of Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) noted that due to the Endangered Species Act there is a 98 percent survival rate of species classified as threatened or endangered.

California has directly benefited from the enactment of the Act. In the 19th century, fishers hunted the southern sea otter for their dense warm fur. What was not apparent at the time was that these marine mammals are vital to the health of the ocean.

The southern sea otters were hunted and on the brink of extinction when, in 1977, the USFWS placed them under the federal Endangered Species Act. Through the rigorous efforts of the scientific community and the USFWS recovery team, there has been a remarkable recovery of the southern sea otter population and this is just one of the countless species that have flourished due to the Endangered Species Act. There is still much work to be done. The U.S Fish and Wildlife Services report that there are currently 1465 animals and 947 plants that fall under the category of threatened or endangered. The State of California has recognized the need for the continued support of the Act and has implemented additional protections for species facing the greatest threats.

As we embark on the forty-fifth anniversary of the Endangered Species Act, it is important to recognize that science has had a positive impact on public policy. It is critical that as a state we continue to use science and data to inform policy decisions, as this is how we ensure a healthy and sustainable California.

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Times

• December 7, 2018

Who Killed Lt. Wes Van Dorn?

A Monarch Film Festival Must-See

by Michelle Netzloff-Luna “If you join the military, you inherently know that at some point in time you might die doing your job just because of what you’ve chosen to do. But that does not leave a blank allowance for the Navy to kill you. Not everybody that died for this country had to die for this country.” Chris Humme, 53 mechanic and friend of Van Dorn.

Who Killed Lt. Van Dorn is a gripping and revealing documentary that unmasks the greed and negligence underlying the death of pilot Wes Van Dorn in the January 2014 MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopter crash off the Virginia coast. The film leads the viewer on an intimate journey into the life of 29 year old Wes Van Dorn, his lifelong dream to attend a service academy, the wife and two children he left behind, and the men who served with him. Describing him as magnetic, the film captures the high regard in which others held him. “He took care of all of us.

He was really big on making sure that all of us felt welcome and felt like a family, ” and “You were a better person because of your time spent with him.” Film producer Zachary Stauffer skillfully weaves meticulous investigative reporting with emotional cinematography as he tells the story of Van Dorn’s repeated attempts to bring his safety concerns about the helicopter to senior officers, and how these attempts were continually stonewalled and dismissed. The story gets darker and more disturbing as the film investigates the history of concerns about the safety of the aircraft reported by others for three decades prior to Van Dorn’s death, how far up the ladder the negligence goes and the greed behind it all. It is a heartbreaking tale of a “guy who sees a problem, tries to fix the problem, and the problem kills him.”

Stauffer includes conversations with such persons as attorney Louis Francke who argued before the Supreme Court about an earlier 53E case but found out “you can’t sue the military for things that go wrong and that government contractors are immune as well so long as they follow design specks and the government has knowledge of potential danger.” he says. “The families that have lost a loved one because of a defective military product have essentially no recourse. The game is rigged against them. The people that are really hurt have no power.”

Pierre Sprey, aircraft designer, addressed the highest level of dysfunction that contributed to Van Horn’s death. He states “The kind of situation you are seeing with the helicopters is very typical of things I’ve seen over the years. It’s basically an inevitable consequence of a screwed up priority system. Because it is inevitable you can see it head of time. And when you continue this behavior into the future, it boils down to malice of forethought. The military-industrial complex comprised of military, Congress and contractors is making a lot of people rich. Generals, lieutenant coronals and coronals are going through the revolving doors (becoming lobbyists), contractors are making big profits, and congressmen are getting lots of pork in their district which increases their longevity and wealth. Everybody wins, except of course, the soldier at the pointy end of the spear and the taxpayer.”

And the personal risk for that single soldier is the foundation of this film. Like the pied piper, Stauffer pulls viewers effortlessly along as he overturns every stone and looks underneath in a driven quest for the truth. He closes with the names of the 132 servicemen who have died on 53E’s, each one appearing on the screen like raindrops beading on a windowpane, in a solemn tribute to what should never have been.

Please visit www.monarchfilmfestival.com for a complete screening schedule and event pricing Who Killed Lt. Van Dorn is set to run Friday Dec 7, 2018 at 7:05pm

Bill Kampe

A Farewell On Wednesday night a new Mayor and three new City Councilmembers took the Oath of Office to form the new Council for Pacific Grove. I’ve deeply appreciated the time I have been honored to serve as the Mayor for this amazing City and want to say thanks to the many people who make this City work.

First, I thank the citizens of Pacific Grove who have entrusted me in the role as your mayor for the past 6 years. We have so many capable, insightful, and supportive people in our community. Thanks especially to the many who have taken a moment, when we meet, to share their views and to express appreciation.

That encouragement is important to sustain the spirit.

Thank you to my colleagues on the council for the spirit of thoughtful, constructive, and patient engagement. We got some things done.

With admiration, I send a big thank you to the staff of our city. Ten years ago, the city was recovering from turbulent events. Each year the staff has grown in capability and effectiveness. We see today a superb team with the energy, zeal, and determination to maintain Pacific Grove as a City we can be proud of.

Thank you to the hundreds of dedicated volunteers – boards, commissions, other groups, and individuals who support the city and enhance the quality of life here.

Now it’s important to find elements of fun in any job, and especially in a public service job. I feel I’ve found those opportunities, especially in connecting with our school district. There are many activities where we see the creativity and talent of our students at all levels.

One of my favorite activities is the mock council meetings I’ve hosted for 2nd and 5th grade classes, right in our Council Chambers. The students sit up there and conduct a council meeting with real PG topics. Everyone rotates into the role.

They love the opportunity to sit in the big chairs and speak into the live mics.

And, they do it well, from Call to Order to the Adjournment. The interactions with our students from these activities are inspirational. The kids are great. The future of our community is bright.

Now the new council is sitting in the big chairs, and I hope they find the fun, even during the critical challenges they may face ahead.

I turn to my wife Cheryl for the incredible support she has provided over my years on the council. There’s a poem that has long reflected our relationship; it’s “You and I”. Back in 2008, when I first talked to her about running, she paused, then answered “I support you…but it’s your thing.” Yet Cheryl has been there totally with encouragement, reassurance, and candid feedback. By the way, the feedback comes in three forms: “Do you really want to do that?”, “You don’t want to do that.”, and when necessary “Here’s what you need to do!” She always speaks from the heart, with a caring and human view of everything we do, knowing that in the end it must be people caring about people. It’s always been “You and I”.

After I announced that I would not run again, I was often asked why. And there are 2 reasons. The first is simple - I believe in fresh perspectives. In fact, in 2008, my campaign slogan was “A Fresh Voice”. Our new council now includes those essential fresh voices. I’m optimistic they will handle well the remaining old challenges plus the new ones yet to emerge.

The more important reason is also simple. Cheryl and I have often talked about things we might like to do together “when we have time”. After 10 years it has become apparent – now is the time. It’s the time for “You and I”.

Thank you for this wonderful adventure!

Calling all youngsters, oldsters, and Christmas fanatics to attend

MRS. CLAUS Reads Holiday Stories

December 22, 2018 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Phoebe Hearst Social Hall, Asilomar Conference Grounds Free parking is available in any designated parking lot.

For more information: asilomar.interp@parks.ca.gov or call (831) 646-6443.

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CEDAR STREET SUMMIT—Part 18 Is fear of a new Führer fake news or future fate?

Wanda Sue Parrott

Homeless in Paradise Collage by Wanda Sue Parrott with flag photo and Fred Rogers photo by Getty Images courtesy of Clip Art. Responding to last week’s column (“Is fear of a new führer fake news or future fate?”), several readers lauded me; others lambasted me for President Trump’s political Hitlerian innuendo.

If my reaction can be confined to two words, they’re: “Wow! Thanks!!”

Why “wow”? Think about it!

Each of us is a communal ambassador, an “agent of our community.”

Thus, the image we citizens present to the world is our collective American neighborhood.

Does your image say to potential neighbors , “Keep out… you’re not welcome here?” as Hitler projected to all but those he idealized? It’s an image our president projects, unfortunately or fortunately, depending on how he seems to see himself as he shoots from the lip, then softens his stance later.

Or are you more like Fred Rogers, TV’s ambassador of goodwill, who projected an image of caring and kindness for everyone, even if he might privately have harbored personal preferences for some types of neighbors over others? His shows opened with, “It’s a wonderful day in the neighborhood. . . I’ve always wanted a neighbor just like you.”

Why “thanks?”

Because these Cedar Street Summits are succeeding as a forum for open expression of many viewpoints about the scary news that engulfs and overwhelms us.

Ask yourself what category of ambassador you are.

A third category lies between the opposites as a helper with a compassionate-yet-cautious image. I belong here.

Could this face also be yours?

Anniversaries of Hope for Humanity This year marks the 50th anniversary of Mister Rogers’ children’s show TV debut.

It also celebrates on December 10 the 70th anniversary of the United Nations’ document that encouraged international goodwill and neighborliness as an ideal community in which neither future Hitler types nor concentration camps should ever arise again.

Article 23 of the 30 “Universal Declaration of Human Rights” states in part: “Everyone has the right to work. . . to just and favorable conditions of work and protection against unemployment. . . everyone who works has the right to just and favorable remuneration ensuring for himself and his family an existence worthy of human dignity , and supplemented, if necessary, by other means of social protection. . . “ Asylum-seeking homeless migrants escaping poverty in El Salvador, Honduras and Guatemala wave signs in the rain at the Tijuana border proclaiming: “I walk a thousand miles for work.”

The Tijuana shelter, like overcrowded concentration camps of World War Two, has produced breeding grounds for sickness, desperation, despair and death, as proven by three who died last week trying to sneak into the US. Trump stands firm: illegal immigration is not allowed here.

Whose idea was organizing the caravan that is

Mister Rogers

WELCOME TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, ‘Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.’”

- Fred Rogers reminiscent of the sacrificial Christian lambs devoured by lions in the Coliseum of ancient Rome? I don’t know.

Do you?

What happens next?

As Mexico’s new leftist president, Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, inaugurated last Saturday, faces rightist Donald J. Trump, inaugurated in January 2017, will Hitlerlike, Rogerslike or Genuine Diplomatic politics prevail to reach a fair compromise?

President Obrador has made the issue at the border his first and top priority.

Already, Mexico has begun working on the situation by granting 1-year Humanitarian Visas to migrants willing to stay in Mexico and work in factories in and around Tijuana.

The original shelter in Tijuana has been closed and migrants are relocating to a music-concert venue about 10 miles from the border.

Mister Rogers’ words remain a dream unfulfilled for the thousands of migrants dampened by the rain and infected with respiratory disease: “It’s a wonderful day in the neighborhood…I’ve always wanted to have a neighbor just like you.”

Were similar lines sung to the people put aboard cattle cars and herded into Dachau between 1933 and 1945?

Here is the continuation of my report about my tour of Dachau as published in the Los Angeles Herald-Examiner in May 1973.

What purpose does this memorial to the dead serve?

We see the sign “KZ Gedenkstatte P” and pull into a huge, bare parking lot…A chill wind bends rows of barren, black poplar trees . . . that separate the camp from Dachau village’s modern two-story homes that have a

West Covina look.

The poplars were planted by prisoners who came to this, Germany’s first, concentration camp.

One can hear the stillness moaning: can there ever be new life where death prevailed so cruelly?

One barrack stands. . .We smell the pine wood and wonder how many men who slept here were victims of biological chemical experiments and being infected with malaria. . . The words of clergyman Jean Bernard hang in a frame: “I do not know whether the reader can picture to himself the sight of 250 tattered straw palliasses and as many pillows, plus 500 covers, not to mention odd pieces of furniture and personal possessions lying in a disordered mass in the filth and rain. . . ” The camp had become so overcrowded that 1,600 prisoners had to live in one barrack designed to accommodate 208 prisoners. . . 31,951 prisoners died here in Dachau and several thousand more, not even registered, were killed by shooting.

We. . . trudge across white and gray stones toward the Krematorium. . . people begin to cry in German, Italian, Spanish, English . . . universal tears. . . We do not apologize. We do not smile stupidly in embarrassment. . . We understand, all in the same unspoken language.

Then, outside again in the sunshine, we hear the music. . . one note, soft and gentle and joyous.

A little girl runs, laughing, from the bushes. She waves one pink sugar cookie and offers each of us a taste.

This time our tears are happy ones as we break bread with Hope.

Welcome to the ever-possible Neighborhood of Humankind!

Contact Wanda Sue Parrott at 831-899-5887, amykitchenerfdn@hotmail.com Copyright 2018 by Wanda Sue Parrott

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• December 7, 2018

What does God say about thankfulness?

Bill Cohen

Reasoning With God

Merriam-Webster defines being thankful as: “conscious of benefit received; expressive of thanks; the feeling of being well pleased.” So, there seems to be several elements involved; we must feel pleased, be aware of the benefit that we have received, which is the reason we feel pleased, and finally, we must express our thankfulness. We could use many forms of expression; we could tell someone how thankful we are, we could do something to show them how thankful we are, we could give them a hug, or write them a note, etc. In any case, true thankfulness needs to be expressed.

On October 3, 1789, during his first year in office, President George Washington proclaimed Thursday November 26th as a day of Thanksgiving. He was not asking us to be thankful for the many things we had. He called the nation to sincere and humble thankfulness to our creator, the Almighty God, for His protection and favor. We were asked to pray for our nation to be wise, just, to practice true religion and virtue, so that all people might experience the temporal prosperity God alone knows to be best. We just celebrated the anniversary of that proclamation, but somehow the reason George Washington called us to thankfulness has been lost. Maybe, we need to better understand the reason God calls us to be thankful?

Christians are called to be thankful, no matter what our circumstances and no matter what we possess, 1 Thes 5:18, “In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” But, why does God call us to be thankful, even when evil things are happening, even when we are hurting or homeless? Because He knows when we dwell on the evil in this world we lose hope, and so do those who we are called to minister to, Eph 4:29-32, “Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. And grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption. Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice: And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.”

Only when we let go of evil, and all of its facets, are we be able to rest in His peace, Jn 16:33, “These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.”

How is it possible to have peace in a world filled with hatred and evil; especially when we have nothing? He has given us the hope of a glorious eternity with Him to help us through the pain and suffering of this life, 2 Cor 4:16-18, “For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.” The key to understanding this concept, is the fact that the period of time we will suffer in this life is short, when compared to all eternity. I like to think of eternity as an infinitely long line and our life as less than a dot on that line, which is hardly noticeable.

If we do not appreciate the hope God has given us, we will be led to doubt His unlimited, undying, reckless love. For those unsure of how God’s love can be reckless, He is the One who leaves the ninety-nine to save the one lost soul. He is the One who never gives up on us and is always there when we call on Him. He is the One who ministers to our needs, even though we do not see Him standing by us. He is the One who deserves our thankfulness, Ps 136:1, “O give thanks unto the Lord; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.” Being thankful to God requires us to recognize Him and what He has done for us, Ps 30:12, “To the end that my glory may sing praise to thee, and not be silent. O Lord my God, I will give thanks unto thee for ever.”

Heb 12:28, “Wherefore we receiving a kingdom which cannot be moved, let us have grace, whereby we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear:” For when we are truly thankful for His grace, we exam our lives with the intent of removing those things which disprove our acceptance of His grace, Heb 12:13-15, “And make straight paths for your feet, lest that which is lame be turned out of the way; but let it rather be healed. Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man

shall see the Lord: Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled;” We cannot pretend to love His grace, for when we are pretending, we waver between belief and the need to be accepted by others. This double mindedness makes us unstable in all our ways, Jam 1:6-8, “But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed. For let not that man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord. A double minded man is unstable in all his ways.” Just as Jesus, out of love, came to finish the work God had assigned to Him, Jn 4:34, “Jesus saith unto them, My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work” we too should finish the work He has given to us, for Jesus wasn’t trying to earn His way back into heaven and when we do what God calls us to do, we are not earning His grace, we are demonstrating our love for Him.

No one in this life is fit to judge us, for we are determining our own future, 1 Pet 1:6-7, “Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness through manifold temptations: That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ:” If our own judgments keep us from praising the Lord, we will have lost the faith more precious than gold.

God warned us that in these last days we would find, 2 Tim 3:2, “For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,” proud unthankful people. These people cannot be thankful, because they cannot let themselves believe in the God who created them. This is one of the ways we can measure our walk with God, or without God.

When we leave room in our hearts for a loving God, we begin to understand that everything that is good comes from Him, Jam 1:17, “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.” This awareness leads us to thankfulness. This world gives thankfulness for material rewards, God treasures His spiritual blessings, Eph 1:3, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ:” Once we realign our priorities, moving our goals from material to spiritual blessings, we begin to see why people can be thankful when every observable measure tells us they should be miserable. This realignment allowed Paul and Silas to sing when they were in prison and nearing a death sentence, Acts 16:25-26, “And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the doors were opened, and every one’s bands were loosed.” God enters the prisons of our lives and offers to free us from our bondage, if we will only believe. When we are unable to be thankful for what God has done, we lose His gift of protection from evil; we are no longer able to accept His help, which frees us from bondage. Ps 28:7, “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.”

Because we come to know that every good thing comes from God and that He will deal with every evil thing at the time of judgment, Eccl 12:14, “For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil” our belief and our resulting patience, lead us to wait for His perfect timing, Ps 37:7, “Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.” George Washington witnessed God working miracles to create our country and he wanted the nation to be thankful for that gift. This country has survived wars, both external and internal; hateful behavior; corruption; and every form of civil disobedience, but still stands alone in this world as the single best bastion of freedom and hope. We have a lot to be thankful for, but nothing more important than the grace and love God has shown us.

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What does God say about Jesus’ work on the cross?

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Reasoning With God 1 Cor 1:18, “For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.” Understanding Jesus’ work on the cross is at the very core of our belief in God. Without it, everything in the Bible would seem like foolishness to us.

To understand Jesus’ work that day, we must first understand that He had to die to be resurrected, and He had to be resurrected for us to receive the benefits of His sacrifice, 1 Jn 4:9, “In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him.” So, what did He do in those final few hours He was suspended between heaven and earth?

His work on the cross is His living example, a story which continues to be told, Jn 13:15, “For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you.”

An example of one who has done the will of the Father, Heb 10:7, “Then said I, Lo, I come (in the volume of the book it is written of me,) to do thy will, O God” showing the way to those of us who want to be part of God’s eternal family, Matt 12:50, “For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother.” His suffering on that cross teaches, those willing to learn, about sacrifice, 1 Pet 2:21, “For even here unto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:” His final piece of sacrifice was His ransom for our salvation, Mk 10:45, “For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.”

He told us to love in a way most have not understood, Eph 4:32, “And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you” and, while dying on the cross He demonstrated that love, Lk 23:34, “Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.” The thief, on the cross, showed his belief in Jesus and Jesus responded by rewarding him with the assurance of paradise, Lk 23:43, “And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, Today shalt thou be with me in paradise.” Only the selfless love of God, which also draws us, could do these things.

His death on the cross magnified the light of His truth, so none of us has to live in darkness, Jn 12:46-47, “I am come a light into the world, that whosoever believeth on me should not abide in darkness. And if any man hear my words, and believe not, I judge him not: for I came not to judge the world, but to save the world” showing He came two thousand years ago to save us, not to judge us. It was no accident that Jesus died on the cross in front of many witnesses; for those witnesses, and everyone who truly hears their testimony, are the lights growing brighter day by day, Acts 5:32, “And we are his witnesses of these things; and so is also the Holy Ghost, whom God hath given to them that obey him.”

He taught us to have courage and not to fear, even in the face of death, Matt 10:28, “And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.” Instead of focusing on His own death on the cross, He thought of others, Jn 19:26-27, “When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold thy son! Then saith he to the disciple, Behold thy mother!

And from that hour that disciple took her unto his own home.” Jesus took a moment on the cross to teach us to care for one another. How like Jesus to minister to us, even when He was dying on the cross, Matt 20:28, “Even as the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister...”

Matt 27:46, “And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is to say, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?”

Jesus wants us to know that separation from God is the worst thing that can happen to us, Ps 42:1-2, “As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God. My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God: when shall I come and appear before God?” Then, He ended His separation from the Father by giving up the ghost, Ps 31:5, “Into thine hand I commit my spirit: thou hast redeemed me, O Lord God of truth.” and Lk 23:46, “And when Jesus had cried with a loud voice, he said, Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit: and having said thus, he gave up the ghost.”

His death on the cross was prophecy fulfilled, Matt 5:17-18, “Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.

For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.” and Rom 15:8, “Now I say that Jesus Christ was a minister of the circumcision for the truth of God, to confirm the promises made unto the fathers:” This was the final proof He came to save not to destroy.

He told us He came to finish the work God had assigned to Him, Jn 4:34, “Jesus saith unto them, My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work” and He did just that on the cross, Jn 19:30, “When Jesus therefore had received the

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He did not die on that cross for a select few of us, but for everyone in the world who chooses to believe, 1 Jn 2:2, “And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world.” Accepting His sacrifice removes everything that has separated us from God, Col 1:20, “And, having made peace through the blood of his cross, by him to reconcile all things unto himself; by him, I say, whether they be things in earth, or things in heaven.” Including the veil that separated us from God, Matt 27:50-53, “Jesus, when he had cried again with a loud voice, yielded up the ghost. And, behold, the veil of the temple was rent in twain from the top to the bottom; and the earth did quake, and the rocks rent; And the graves were opened; and many bodies of the saints which slept arose, And came out of the graves after his resurrection, and went into the holy city, and appeared unto many.” and Eph 1:13-14, “But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ. For he is our peace, who hath made both one, and hath broken down the middle wall of partition between us;” Jesus did not die on the cross and rise from the grave for no reason. These events were the most profound events of all human history. The reason is no less profound; He did these things so that we might have a choice. Without His sacrificial death, we would have only one option, our own death! God wants us to know He resurrected Jesus and He will do the same for us, 1 Cor 6:14, “And God hath both raised up the Lord, and will also raise up us by his own power” otherwise, we have only the hopelessness that has led so many of us to take our own lives, 1 Cor 15:19-20, “ If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men most miserable. But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the firstfruits of them that slept.”

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