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was witness to a sad story in my East Setauket dental office today. A patient whom I had not seen for over a year came in for a checkup appointment. In the time I had not seen him, he had undergone radiation treatments and several surgeries for squamous cell carcinomas of his head and neck. Unfortunately his oncologist did not advise him to seek dental care before the treatments began. Nor was he warned of the dental risks associated with radiation therapy. He now has serious dental decay and infections in several teeth. Oncologists need to tell their patients to visit their dentist before they begin radiation therapy. The oncologist also needs to speak to the patient’s dentist in order to inform the dentist of the type of therapy, the location and dosage, and number of treatments. The saliva of these patients is reduced in volume, thereby reducing its effectiveness as a protector against dental decay. I thus want to see these patients on an emergency basis as soon as I learn of pending radiation treatments. I will perform a thorough oral examination, periodontal scaling and root planning. I will also educate the patient about the risks of radiation therapy. I stress with them the importance of meticulous oral hygiene during and after the radiation treatments. I prescribe preventive oral therapies for these patients. I restore any decayed teeth. I also recommend removing any teeth that are questionable. If teeth are removed before radiation therapy, we expect that healing will be normal. But if the teeth are removed after therapy, there is a high chance of osteoradionecrosis – exposed bone and delayed healing. When radiation therapy begins, the patient needs to be free of infection and decay. I want to see these patients at frequent intervals to monitor any change in their dental health.
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Staying on Budget this holiday season Make a spending plan
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Start with a realistic idea of how much you can spend on all your holiday purchases. Make a list of everything you usually buy, from the gifts to food to entertainment to travel expenses, and tally the costs. If you don't budget and set a specific dollar limit, then your spending grows and grows. In January you'll be horrified by how much you've spent. And, don't get locked into the thought that how much you spend measures how good of a person you are.
Know your limits Make a list of gift recipients and decide how much you want to spend on each person. If you're unable to spend as much on gifts this year, prioritize for whom you really want to buy gifts. Then communicate your plans to family and friends. If you tell them you won't be exchanging gifts this year, then you won't feel embarrassed if they purchase you a gift. You want to be able to pay off your holiday expenses within three months after the holidays, four at the most.
Track your spending You've made a spending plan -great! But if you don't keep track of all your purchases and make sure you're staying within your budget, you've wasted your time. Write down everything you spend on holiday clothing, cards, postage, wrapping paper and decorations; remember that these holiday expenses add up and need to be tracked in your budget.
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go to the store with a list. You can zip through the stores faster and are more apt to avoid impulse buying. When you have finished your list, stop shopping.
Shop early Don't wait until the last minute. Give yourself time to compare prices and find the best deals. An all-out shopping spree leaves you exhausted from shopping, tempting you to buy the next thing you see regardless of cost. Last-minute shoppers are unlikely to save money. Get out on the big discount days. This means you may have to fight the crowds, lines, and jammed parking lots, but shopping on Black Friday or on subsequent discount days can give you so many deals that it will be worth it.
Be an educated consumer Comparison-shopping stretches your holiday funds further. Fight the urge to get your shopping over quickly. Instead, take some extra time to find the best deal before heading off to the stores by scouring catalogs, sales advertisements and the Internet.
Shop Online Shop online to save time and money. Use a price comparison engine to search for the best deals on specific items. Before you make an online purchase, look for a coupon code. A quick search could yield a discount or free shipping deal.
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cards you use, the harder it is to track spending. Use one with a zero balance for purchases you will pay off in full. Use the other, low-interest rate credit card for purchases you plan to pay off over the next few months. Or leave your credit cards at home. Spend cash. This will force you to budget and make overspending more obvious. People spend up to a third more when paying with credit instead of cash. There is no emotional attachment to plastic like there is to cash. There are many ways to keep your holiday shopping costs down this season, and by combining one or two tips, you may even be able to come in under budget this year. Remember, whatever your budget, the real joy of the holidays comes from spending time with our loved ones.
Downsize holiday spending, not your holiday joy. Limit the size of your holiday in terms of gifts, and make it big on meaning -- from family, friends and traditions to creating new memories.
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Socially: • require frequent repetition • have difficulty following conversations involving more than 2 people • think that other people sound muffled or like they're mumbling • have difficulty hearing in noisy situations, like conferences, restaurants, or malls • have trouble hearing children and women • have your TV or radio turned up to a high volume • answer or respond inappropriately in conversations • have ringing in your ears • read lips or more intently watch people's faces when they speak with you
Emotionally: • feel stressed out from straining to hear what others are saying • feel annoyed at other people because you can't hear or understand them • feel embarrassed to meet new people or from misunderstanding what others are saying • feel nervous about trying to hear and understand • withdraw from social situations that you once enjoyed because of difficulty hearing
Medically: • have a family history of hearing loss • take medications that can harm the hearing system (ototoxic drugs) • have diabetes, heart, circulation or thyroid problems • have been exposed to very loud sounds or single exposure to explosive noise
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Holiday Calendar of Events NOVEMBER “Home for the Holidays with Bobby Darin” Musical Theatre Tribute Performances Wed, Thurs & Sat, 11:30 am; and Sun, 12:30 pm through January 10 $45 General Admission, $42 Seniors 60 & over, $40 for Groups of 20 or more WMHO Educational & Cultural Center, Stony Brook Village Center, Stony Brook, 631-689-5888
Harry Chapin Unsung Hero Awards Luncheon Nov. 12 • 11:30 am - 2:30 pm $75, $600 table of 10 Crest Hollow Country Club, 8325 Jericho Tpke., Woodbury Reception, luncheon and chinese auction for Long Island Cares, Inc, The Harry Chapin Food Bank. Judy Collins will give the keynote address and perhaps a song or two!
Radio City Christmas Spectacular Nov. 13- Dec. 30 visit website for times & ticket prices www.radiocity.com/events/ christmas-spectacular-2009
Arts & Crafts Holiday Spectacular Nov. 15, Dec. 13 • 10 am - 5 pm Hilton Long Island/Huntington, 58 Broadhollow Rd., Melville, 631-724-5966. More than 75 artisans.
WALK 97.5’s Thanks for Giving Food Drive Nov. 19 King Kullen, Route 454, Commack Benefiting Long Island Cares, Inc., The Harry Chapin Food Bank
American Indian Feast Nov. 21-22 • 10 am - 4 pm $3, $2 ages 5-12
Garvies Point Museum & Preserve, 50 Barry Dr., Glen Cove, 516-571-8010 garviespointmuseum.com Demonstrations of American Indian cooking and fire-making, pottery-making, films, corn grinding, tools, spear-throwing.
1863 Thanksgiving Celebration Nov. 21-22, Nov. 28-29 • 10 am - 4 pm $10, $7 ages 5-12 & over 60 Old Bethpage Village Restoration, Round Swamp Rd., Old Bethpage, 516-572-8400 nassaucountyny.gov/parks Demonstrations of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner prepared in old-fashioned woodburning stoves, beehive ovens and open hearths. Historical musical programs are offered each afternoon. 18 | Holiday ‘09 | generations
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Music of Tan Dun and Schubert for Strings including Schubert’s Quintet in C Nov. 22 Gen. Admission: $18; Students: $12 WMHO Educational & Cultural Center, Stony Brook Village Center, 631-584-8945 Presented by North Shore Pro Musica
Holiday Boutique Nov. 28-29, Dec. 5-6 • 10 am - 4 pm $5, children free Deepwells Farm County Park, Route 25A & Moriches Rd., St. James, 631-563-8551. Artists and craftsmen exhibit wares, demonstrations, children’s activities
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Nov. 29 • 5th Ave., New York City Celebrate Thanksgiving Day in New York City with this spectacular and colourful parade through the streets of Manhattan - in one of the Big Apple’s most eagerly anticipated events. Stars and celebrities appear among the many floats, but are dwarfed by 15 or more ‘falloons’ (a cross between a float and a balloon) representing familiar cartoon characters. There are more than 50 balloons in all, which are inflated on the evening before the Parade as part of the warm-up. Over 30 clown groups, 10 marching bands and dozens of school bands also form a part of the spectacular. Good vantage points include Columbus Circle and Times Square, but get there early for a place near the front of the big crowds.
DECEMBER Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Dec. 2 The famous Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting has become a star-studded holiday tradition that attracts thousands.
Miracle on 34th Street Dec. 2 • 6:30 pm complimentary wine & hors d’oeuvres, 8:00 performance $75 - proceeds to benefit Long Island Cares, Inc., The Harry Chapin Food Bank John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport, 631-549-2600 Special performance to benefit Long Island Cares, Inc., The Harry Chapin Food Bank sponsored by The Huntington Township Chapter of The Long Island Board of Realtors
Tax Free Investing Seminar Dec.9 • Call for times and locations Seminars presented by Edward Jones, Jonathan P. Bostwick, 903 Main St., Port Jefferson
Charles Dickens Festival Dec. 4-6 • Fee for some activities and events Port Jefferson Village, 631-473-5220 International crafts fair, performances, “Christmas Carol Parade” with 30-ft. puppets, old-fashioned marketplace on E. Main St., carriage & trolley rides, Victorian Christmas tree, music, lantern-lit house tour of historic homes, costumed characters, shows, refreshments; sponsored by Greater Port Jefferson-Northern Brookhaven Arts Council
Arts & Crafts Fair Dec. 5 from 10 am - 8 pm Dec. 6 from 10 am - 4 pm American Legion Police Post, 2730 Royle St., Bellmore, 631-327-1140. Raffle for the American Cancer Society “Relay for Life,” more than 25 vendors selling handmade items, including jewelry, handpainted wood, metal & glass, hand-knitted items, soaps, candles & primitives.
Holiday Crafts Fair Dec. 5 • 10 am - 4:30 pm Islip Town Hall West, 401 Main St., Islip, 631-224-5430. More than 50 vendors displaying handcrafted items; refreshments.
Holiday Festival Dec. 6 Stony Brook Village Center, Main Street on the Harbor, Stony Brook, 631-751-2244 Features Promenade of Trees with more than 80 decorated trees and Santa’s arrival at 2 pm by horse-drawn carriage; carolers, live music tree lighting at 5:30 pm.
Breakfast with Santa Dec. 6 • 9:30 am - noon • $25 Long Island Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, 101 James Doolittle Blvd., Uniondale, 516-378-2000 X651, ucpn.org. Continental breakfast, holiday singing & dancing with Santa and his friends. Face painting and a gift for each child. Reservations required; benefits the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County.
Hallockville Christmas Dec. 6 • Noon - 4 pm • $7 Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead, 631-298-5292, hallockville.com. Historic homes decorated with Victorian and Depression-era Christmas decor, Polish immigrant displays, old fashioned baking, guided tours, antique trains, period music & children’s activities. Santa arrives at 1 pm.
Childhood Memories of Christmas at Sagtikos Dec. 12-13 Montauk Hwy. at Gardiner Dr. & Manor Ln., West Bay Shore, 651-661-8348 www.sagtikosmanor.org Enjoy the nostalgia of your childhood Christmases and those of ages past. Join us for a tour of the Manor decorated for the holiday season, carol singing and holiday refreshments. Visit our gift shop featuring holiday theme merchandise and browse the Friends of the Manor floral shop.
Sugar Plum Ball Dec. 13 • 4-7 pm • $145 per couple ($85 per adult & $60 per child) Long Island Marriott Hotel & Conference Center, 101 James Doolittle Blvd., Uniondale, 516-378-2000 X651. Advance reservations required; ucpn.org. Includes dinner, dancing, corsage, gift bag & other surprises. Formal event for girls, ages 5-12, and their fathers (or other significant males); dance performances and lessons; gifts, magic show; benefits the United Cerebral Palsy Association of Nassau County.
Candlelight Evenings Dec. 19-20, Dec. 26-30 • 5-9:30 pm $10, $7 ages 5-12 and older than 60 Old Bethpage Village Restoration, Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage, 516-572-8400, 516-572-8401, nassaucountyny.gov/parks. 19th Century entertainment in historic buildings lit by candlelight, as during 1800s. “Magic Lantern” shows, an 1860’s Christmas tree, holiday songs, period storytelling, hot apple cider, fiddle music & contra-dancing. (Village closed Dec. 24-25 & Dec. 31Mar. 31).
Gingerbread University Festival Dec. 20 • noon - 6 pm Gingerbread University, 3225 Sound Ave., Riverhead, for info call 631-727-7309 Full Family Fun Day - Storytime, games, free gingerbread samples. Decorate your own gingerbread Cookie or House for your holiday table!
Long Island Comedy Fest Dec. 31, 8 pm • call for ticket prices Theatre Three • 412 Main St., Port Jefferson, 928-9100, www.theatrethree.org Spend New Year’s Eve with a 90-minute compedy showcase featuring top comedians from the Long Island Comedy Festival.
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Fighting Hunger on Long Island Long Island Cares, Inc. - The Harry Chapin Food Bank By Pam Smith
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“Hunger in America” reported in 2006 that over 259,000 Long Islanders, including 93,000 children, were at risk of going hungry each day, turning to soup kitchens, food pantries and emergency shelters for help with food. Since that report these numbers have increased significantly. Hunger is affecting ever-wider sections of the working class, including two-parent households and the gainfully employed. The economic downturn has changed the face of hunger on Long Island, leaving many lowincome and even middle-class Long Islanders struggling for the first time. What many have in common is the difficult choice of feeding their families or paying the rent, heating the house, or filling a prescription. More and more families on Long Island are finding themselves accessing food banks and emergency food programs. The trend is consistent with several recently released national studies finding that hunger is on the rise due to the worsening economy and is expected to continue through
What many have in common is the difficult choice of feeding their families or paying the rent, heating the house, or filling a prescription. much of next year. Thirty six percent of low-income households are eating less or skipping meals because they don’t have enough money for food, and 40% stated that they were forced to choose between food and paying for utilities during the past year. The leading organization 20 | Holiday ‘09 | generations
fighting hunger in our region is Long Island Cares, Inc. - The Harry Chapin Food Bank. It is Long Island’s first food bank and one of the region’s most comprehensive hunger action organizations. Founded in 1980 by the late singer, songwriter and social activist, Harry Chapin, the organization provides nutritional food and support services for a network of more than 540 community-based member agencies including food pantries, soup kitchens, emergency shelters, child care programs, senior nutrition sites, disability organizations, veteran’s services and more. While the annual distribution of nearly 6 million pounds of nutritional food warehoused in their 27,000 square foot distribution center is at the heart of Long Island Cares’ operations, it functions as more than just a food bank. Long Island Cares provides a broad array of programs and services including hunger education, job training, supplemental food programs for children, school supplies, job development, legislative advocacy, and a triage food pantry.
Responding to an increase in the number of individuals and families turning to food pantries and food banks for assistance, Long Island Cares - The Harry Chapin Food Bank recently opened an emergency food pantry at their corporate headquarters in Hauppauge. The First Stop Food Pantry serves as a triage pantry that provides individuals and families in need with up to ten days worth of food, along with information about critical community resources such as food stamps, Child Health Plus, WIC, heating and utility assistance, employment resources, and mortgage assistance. “The bottom is eroding from the safety net for middle class families on Long Island,” said Paule Pachter, Executive Director. “With an increase of between 25 and 45 percent in the number of families turning to food pantries, soup kitchens and hunger relief organizations, we have no choice but to expand the mission of Long Island Cares to serve people directly,” Pachter added. “Long Island Cares has historically provided food to a network of
community-based agencies, but with the increase in the number of people in need it just seems logical to provide a triage service pantry before we refer people into the community-based pantries, which are often over-burdened and running low on food,” he concluded. Long Island Cares, Inc. - The Harry Chapin Food Bank is an important part of the Long Island community. It is continued today by Harry Chapin’s wife and partner Sandy Chapin along with a dedicated Board of Directors and talented staff working out of their facility in Hauppauge. While serving individuals and families in need, most of their success is due to the support and generosity they receive from Long Islanders of all ages and backgrounds. Famous musicians have supported Long Island Cares through various endeavors. Pat Benatar, Bruce Springsteen and Judy Collins have all championed the cause. Native Long Islander, Pat Benatar, is Honorary Chairperson for the Long Island Cares Endowment Campaign. The
endowment fund, which is a permanent, steady, and secure source of income, is vitally important to charitable, non-profit organizations in uncertain economic times. Establishing an endowment is like planting the seed of future organization growth; it tells the community that the 16 | spring ‘08 | generations
organization is building for the future and intends to serve the community for many years to come. “Pat Benatar’s name will certainly add a great deal of influence to our Endowment Campaign among Long Islanders and others,” said Pachter, “She is one of the most recognizable female Rock artists in history and a multiple industry award winner. Her songs are classics and we are honored that she has chosen to chair this campaign that will hopefully secure and enhance the future of Long Island Cares. Fame, however, is not a prerequisite for helping Long Island Cares. Students across Long Island have volunteered their time with a hugely successful fund raising program created by Mrs. Peggy Rakas of the Camp Avenue Elementary School in North Merrick. In March, 2009 music students from 36 different schools turned their music practice into dollars with a Practice-A-Thon fundraiser to benefit Long Island Cares. With encouragement from their band teachers, the students raised money by obtaining commitments from donors who agreed to pay the students for each minute of practice on their instruments. Not only did the students improve their musical skills, but they raised a total of $24,756 for Long Island Cares. Pachter, a musician himself, was impressed by the response from the students when he visited Camp Avenue Elementary School in North Merrick. “It all started with one band teacher at one school. Mrs. Peggy Rakas asked if her band could do it for us and then sent an email to some of her colleagues in other schools. It just mushroomed into this fantastic, fun and very industrious fundraiser, with the
Pat Benatar is one of the most recognizable female Rock artists in history and a multiple industry award winner. Her songs are classics and we are honored that she has chosen to chair this campaign that will hopefully secure and enhance the future of Long Island Cares. students learning about hunger and our founder.” “There is a natural bond between music and our organization, which our Board and staff continue to actively nurture, and when musically talented children get involved wonderful things like Practice-A-Thon happen,” Pachter added. The Practice-A-Thon fundraiser will take place again in March, 2010 and all schools are encouraged to participate. If your school is interested in joining the fundraiser please call the Long Island Cares Development Office. Hunger on Long Island is far more widespread than you might think, but you can help make a difference. Even a small effort by each one of us can result in huge change. All donations of food, money or time are greatly appreciated, regardless of amount. To help feed the needy please contact: Long Island Cares, Inc. The Harry Chapin Food Bank: 631-582-FOOD (3663) or www.LICARES.org
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Lighten your hair. Nothing ages you like too-dark hair, a solid block of hair color or gray hair. Keep the hair light and the grays covered.
Chic eyewear. Lose the granny glasses and wire frames. Choose funky, rectangular shapes, or plastic frames with a little color.
Best hair styles for women over 45!
Many clients over 45 enter a salon looking to improve their appearance and assume they should have short hair…”Not true!”, says Kathy Savage, owner of Christopher Street Salon in Commack. “One key factor when choosing a style is your facial shape. What looks good on someone else, may not look good on you,” says Kathy. Study the shapes below to find the most flattering hair style for you. Face Shape Round
Oval
This is the ideal shape and can look great with any style.
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Side swept bangs are very flattering; women with larger features can also wear long hair. Always keep top layers long, if you go short. Avoid blunt bobs or box-shaped cuts.
Long
Chin length cuts or bobs and bangs are best because they add width. Avoid long or very short styles.
Shapewear is your friend. Take advantage of this whole new area in the lingerie department. These garments instantly slim even the toughest spots: back fat, sausage legs, muffin tops, etc.
Show some leg. But never in nude stockings. If you can get away with no stockings, you should. In winter, choose dark opaque, textured, or fishnet stockings. Wear high heels. They make you look thinner and taller.
The right jeans. Jeans offer an instantly youthful look. Avoid "mom jeans" and stick with dark denim. Avoid matchy-match. Outfits that are too perfectly matched or feature all the same designer can age your look. Mix and match pieces of your wardrobe. Eveningwear. You can't wear glitzy shoes, bag, and necklace. Go easy on the bling. Less is more!
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Longer geometric cuts with angled layers. Avoid blunt styles that hit above the chin.
Square Flattering cuts that soften the jaw line with face framing layers are best; short crop or long styles will work with this shape. Avoid short blunt cuts with bangs.
Unmask the foundation. If you can get away without wearing foundation you should. Choose tinted moisturizers instead and don't forget the sunscreen.
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Kathy Savage is the owner of Christopher Street Salon and received her training at Vidal Sassoon. In the next issue of Generations Magazine, look for Kathy’s article on hair color and what shades work best for women over 45! For immediate information, contact Christopher Street Salon at 631-499-1990.
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that these side-effects are rare and occur with very high concentrations. You may rest assured that if there were significant issues with Botox cosmetic no one would be able to administer the product. Cosmetic uses of Botox cosmetic include the temporary relief of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows. For most patients the temporary relaxation of frown lines is an extremely positive outcome. Cosmetic patients appreciate the results offered by Botox even though the results may only last several months. The photographs below show a typical before and after image of someone who was treated with Botox Cosmetic. The softened facial muscles enhance the woman’s face. For some before individuals, this means not looking angry anymore from overactive negaafter tive facial expression. Early treatment with Botox Cosmetic, before the formation of wrinkles, can prevent their occurrence. Botox Cosmetic is often confused with Restylane and Juvederm which are dermal facial fillers. These substances work by “filling” facial volume loss that happens with normal aging. Dermal fillers are longer lasting and may be present for months to a year. In combination, Botox Cosmetic and dermal fillers are exceptional choices to help rejuvenate the aging face. I prefer to think of facial rejuvenation in three steps: first, relaxation with Botox Cosmetic, second, refilling with dermal fillers, and last, resurfacing with laser technologies. For any patient desiring non-surgical treatments,the combination offers superior results. In contrast to surgical procedures, i.e., a face lift, which often result in patients not looking or feeling like themselves anymore. This is a common complaint of individuals who have undergone surgical procedures. In my practice, I find that the patients are extremely happy with the results of Botox Cosmetic. In the future there will hopefully be other products developed that will offer the same great results but last longer. For further information please contact our office. LI Beauty MD • 25 Main Street • Stony Brook, NY 11790 LIBMD1@gmail.com • 631.751.0542 www.LongIslandBeautyMD.com
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November is American Diabetes Month® - a time to shine a spotlight on a serious disease that leads to potentially life-threatening complications such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, blindness, and amputation. Diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life. The cause of diabetes continues to be a mystery, although both genetics and environmental factors such as obesity and lack of exercise appear to play roles. As a rapidly growing health care crisis, diabetes is a disease that needs to be recognized. There are multiple opportunities to become active in your community and take part in various local and national events to help increase awareness of the disease and raise needed funds. These activities can include local walks, expos, or other community and workplace events. For additional information on what you can do to get involved in National Diabetes Month, please visit www.diabetes.org.
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drink plenty of water each day. eat at least 3 servings of fresh vegetables daily. eat at the same times everyday. switch to low fat milk. eat 20 - 25 grams of raw onion everyday. ingest cinnamon daily. eat a daily allotment of fresh fruit. try to switch to herbal tea rather than caffeinated tea
The DON'TS on a Diabetic Diet: DON’T overeat at any time. DON’T eat or drink anything containing a lot of sugar. DON’T overdo it when adding salt to your food. DON’T eat fried or fatty foods. DON’T have more than 2 cups of regular coffee or tea daily. DON’T drink whole milk. DON’T eat cheese high in fat. DON’T eat lots of rice, potatoes, bananas or carrots. These can raise your blood sugar. 26 | Holiday ‘09 | generations
Fact File There is an emerging global epidemic of diabetes that can be traced back to rapid increases in overweight, obesity and physical inactivity.
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Diabetes vs. Weight Training: How Sweet It Is!
by John L. Boos
fat and reduces the muscles’ sensitivity to insulin. Let’s take a look at what is taking place. Muscle tissue is the women alike, it spirals up from the main user of blood sugar. The less we use this muscle tissue, the less age of 30. Women have a higher the muscle will take up the blood incidence of adult onset diabetes sugar. The greater the blood sugar due to two factors. One factor is intolerance, the more sugar in the gender related while the other is blood. The more blood sugar, the self induced due to the weight management marketing gimmicks more insulin needed to be pumped out from the pancreas as well as lifestyle. Nevertheless, beta cells. Unlike most other cells sugar intolerance can be part of in the body, they can eventually the aging process. burn out from overuse leaving With advanced age the body people with an impaired ability gradually loses the ability to take up and productively use sugar from to manufacture insulin. This condition is called “adult-onset the bloodstream. Like high blood diabetes.” pressure, there are no symptoms According to studies by Dr. until it becomes a major problem. James W. Anderson of the As the average American slows University of Kentucky, a diet low down, exercises less and becomes in fat and high in fibrous carbohymore inactive, there is an increase drates has the opposite effect. It in body fat and a loss of muscle can increase muscle cell sensitivity tissue. to insulin within two weeks. The With the induction of weight effect was even greater when loss diets that encourage high fat combined with regular workouts. and high protein foods while The research further indicated that doing According to studies by Dr. James W. Anderson of the strength-buildUniversity of Kentucky, a diet low in fat and high in fibrous ing exercises carbohydrates has the opposite effect. It can increase will increase the capacity of muscle cell sensitivity to insulin within two weeks. the muscle even more. The book Bio-Markers by Dr. Bill Evans severely reducing carbohydrates, from Tufts University states, there is acceleration in the loss of “strength-building exercise is a key muscle tissue. This is because the to regulating glucose metabolism.” main fuel source of the brain is blood sugar. Fat is a very poor fuel This is true even when body fat is substitute for the brain but muscle not lowered, according to the same publication. In most cases tissue isn’t. Fat can’t be converted the proper low fat-high fibrous to sugar but muscle tissue can. So carbohydrate diet with muscle the process of muscle tissue building exercise will lower body reduction is sped up with the “fat fat. A low fat-high fibrous carbohydiet” process of reduced carbohydrate diet will cause an increase in drates. Incidentally, this is where lean (muscle) tissue to body fat the greatest weight loss occurs-ratio. This kind of ratio will in the combined loss of fat, increase blood sugar uptake. muscle and water. The bummer Studies are one thing but I’ve here is that muscle loss eventually personally witnessed these results increases the storage of body
As the average American matures the onset of Type 2 Diabetes increases dramatically. For men and
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numerous times first hand. Most recent is a relatively new client who dieted herself with low carbohydrate diets and no strength-building exercises. With this lifestyle she gradually lost a great deal of muscle tissue which contributed to her eventual diabetes. Her blood sugar was 450 upon her initial visit to the doctor (70- 100 mg. before breakfast being normal). Her doctor prescribed medication which brought her blood sugar down to 170. She decided to further address the situation and give weight training a serious try. Her health was becoming a big concern and she wasn’t getting any younger (she is 58 years old). I recommended a twice a week program. After just 4 months of dedicated training, her blood sugar is under 100, her energy level is much higher, she can now ride a bike again, and she lost 37 pounds. What does this prove? It proves that the studies are correct. This client must still take her medication, but it’s nice to know that health doesn’t stop at the doctor’s office. It’s great to know that we do have the ability to empower ourselves and take charge of our well being. Thanks to modern medicine and good old proper exercise, this client got her diabetes under control and is a renewed person. How sweet it is!!
For further information please contact John L. Boos, L.M.T., N.S.C.A.C.P.T 631.587.4786 or www.Boosworld.com
Have You Built Your
Investment Pyramid? O
f the “Seven Wonders of the Ancient World,” the only one still in existence is the Great Pyramid of Giza. This tells you something about the strength of the pyramid structure, but it also suggests that the pyramid may be a good metaphor for other endeavors you wish to endure – such as your investment strategy. In fact, by creating an appropriate “investment pyramid,” you could address your key financial needs and goals. What might this pyramid look like?
Consider the following “layers”: Cash and cash equivalents – The “base” of your pyramid should consist of cash and cash equivalents – short-term investment vehicles that are highly liquid. Without sufficient cash available, the rest of your pyramid would crumble because you might be forced to liquidate longer-term investments to pay for short-term emergency needs. Income – The next level of your pyramid might contain income-oriented investments, such as bonds and certificates of deposit (CDs). While these investments may not offer sizeable rates of return, they can offer reliable income. Growth & Income – The middle layer of your pyramid should include investments, such as dividend-paying stocks, that offer the potential for both growth and income. (Keep in mind, though, that companies
are not obligated to pay dividends and can reduce or eliminate them at any time without notice.) Growth – The second layer from the top of your pyramid is reserved for growth-oriented investments, such as the stocks of companies whose earnings are expected to grow at an above-average rate relative to the rest of the financial market. As you’ll note, though, the key word is “expected,” because growth stocks can, and do, produce negative returns as well as positive ones. Aggressive – At the top of your pyramid are the most aggressive investments. While these investments may offer the highest growth potential, they also usually carry the greatest risk level. Your total investment mix may include investments from every part of the pyramid, but how much should go into each layer? There’s no right answer for everyone. In filling out your investment pyramid, you’ll need to consider your risk tolerance, time horizon, short- and long-term goals and other factors. So if you are a fairly conservative investor, you might place fewer investment dollars in the aggressive layer than someone who was willing to take more chances in exchange for potentially higher returns. However, the various weightings within your investment pyramid will likely change over time. As you near retirement, for example, you may want to move some – but certainly not all – of your investments from the growth layer to the growthand-income layer or income layer. An investment professional can help you review your evolving family and financial situations and make recommendations on what changes you may need to make your pyramid. A pyramid can last a long time. And if you build and maintain your investment pyramid with care, you can help keep it working efficiently for many years to come. This article was written by Edward Jones. For further information please contact Jonathan Bostwick, Edward Jones Financial Advisor, member SIPC. (631) 928-2034. jonathanbostwick@edwardjones.com
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Test Your Knowledge of Men's Health
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exposure to substances in the workplace Acanman's affect his ability to have healthy children.
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are more likely than women to die from Males injury in the workplace. True
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are more likely than women to attempt Men suicide.
People do not need to get vaccinations after age 21. True False
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high school students are more likely than Male female students to never wear seat belts. men die from prostate cancer than from any More other type of cancer.
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1. A man's exposure to substances in the workplace can affect his ability to have healthy children. True A man's exposure to certain substances in the workplace can affect his ability to have healthy children by affecting sperm, sexual performance, and pregnancy. Also, certain substances unintentionally brought home by a worker may affect a woman’s reproductive system or the health of an unborn child. Store chemicals in sealed containers when not in use, wash hands before eating or drinking, use personal protective equipment, and avoid bringing home contaminated clothing and other objects. 2. Adults should get one hour of physical activity a week. False Adults should get at least 2½ hours of physical activity a week, including aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities. It’s fine to break it up into smaller chunks of time during the day, as long as the activity is done at a moderate or vigorous effort for at least 10 minutes at a time.
3. Males are more likely than women to die from injury in the workplace. True Of the US workers that died from injury at work in 2005, males accounted for 93% of all deaths and had a work-related fatality rate about 12 times the rate for females. Rates increased with age. Most fatal workplace injuries were due to highway incidents, falls, being struck by an object, and homicides. To help prevent highway incidents, use seat belts, exercise highway safety, stay alert, get adequate sleep before driving, and avoid drinking and driving. Use workplace safety systems to help prevent falls and other injuries. 30 | Holiday ‘09 | generations
4. People do not need to get vaccinations after age 21. False Vaccinations aren't just for kids. Far too many adults become ill, are disabled, and die each year from diseases that could easily have been prevented by vaccines. Tetanus and influenza are just two examples of vaccines adults should get to prevent disease. Keep track of your vaccinations, and make sure you keep them up-todate. 5. Men are more likely than women to attempt suicide. False Women are three times more likely to report attempting suicide than men. However, men are four times more likely to actually die from suicide. In 2004, 80% of suicide deaths were among men. If you, or someone you, know is in a suicidal crisis, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273TALK (8255).
6. Male high school students are more likely than female students to never wear seat belts. True Male high school students are more likely than female students to rarely or never wear seat belts. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death in U.S. teens. Always wear a seat belt when driving and riding in a motor vehicle to lower your risk for injury and death. 7. More men die from prostate cancer than from any other type of cancer. False More men and women die from lung cancer than from any other type of cancer. Quit smoking and avoid secondhand smoke to lower your risk for lung cancer, heart disease, and other diseases and conditions. Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men. 8. Having gonorrhea can increase your risk for getting HIV. True People with gonorrhea can more easily contract HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. Also, HIV-infected people with gonorrhea are more likely to transmit HIV to someone else. Untreated gonorrhea can cause other serious and permanent health problems in both women and men, including infertility. Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that may or may not have symptoms. The surest way to avoid transmission of STDs is to abstain from sexual intercourse or to be in a long-term mutually monogamous relationship with a partner who has been tested and is known to be uninfected. Latex condoms, when used consistently and correctly, can reduce the risk of transmission of gonorrhea.
9. Cancer is the leading cause of death in men. False Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. To lower your risk for heart disease, get regular blood cholesterol and blood pressure screenings, prevent and control diabetes, avoid smoking and secondhand smoke, limit alcohol use, keep a healthy weight, eat healthy, and get regular physical activity.
10. Males are more likely than females to sustain a traumatic brain injury. True Males are about twice as likely as females to sustain a traumatic brain injury (TBI). A TBI is caused by a blow or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury that disrupts the normal function of the brain. To help prevent TBI, wear a seatbelt every time you drive in or ride in a motor vehicle, wear a helmet when riding a bike and playing contact sports, and make living areas safer for seniors and children.
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National Family Caregivers Month
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Over 50 million Americans are recognized in November during National Family Caregivers Month, according to the National Family Caregivers Association, which offers ten ideas on how to honor these caregivers. The estimated value of the “free” services provided by those caring for loved ones – primarily senior citizens - who are frail, chronically ill or disabled, is conservatively estimated to be $306 billion annually. NFC Month focuses on the challenges facing family caregivers who provide a vast array of emotional, financial, nursing, homemaking and other services. While some caregivers provide “24/7” care for loved ones who require assistance for all daily living activities, others may provide care on a part-time basis. Family care-giving can extend from a few years to a lifetime. “NFC Month provides an opportunity to advocate for stronger public policies to address family care-giving issues,” said Suzanne Mintz, president of the National Family Caregivers Association. “And it is a time to thank, support, educate, and celebrate family caregivers who are literally America’s primary long-term care providers. Eighty percent of long-term care is the responsibility of families or friends.
10 Ways to Recognize National Family Caregivers Month Offer a few hours of respite time to the caregiver so they can spend time with friends, or simply relax. Send a card of appreciation or a bouquet of flowers to brighten a family caregiver’s day. Encourage local businesses to offer a free service for caregivers through the month of November. Help a family caregiver decorate 32 | Holiday ‘09 | generations
their home for the holidays or offer to address envelopes for their holiday cards. Offer comic relief! Purchase tickets to a local comedy club, give the caregiver your favorite funny movie, or provide them with a book on tape. Find 12 different photos of the caregiver’s family and friends. Have a copy center create a 2010 calendar that the caregiver can use to keep track of appointments and events. Offer to prepare Thanksgiving dinner for a care-giving family in your community, so they can relax and enjoy the holiday. Encourage your faith community to ask for prayers not only for those who are ill, but also those who care for them.
Encourage family caregivers to become a part of the National Family Caregiver Story Project found at www.thefamilycaregiver.org. It’s a great place to share and read about others in like situations. Help a caregiver find educational materials and support through family care-giving web sites or by calling local social service agencies for help.
Caregivers: It’s OK to Think of Yourself Care giving, whether for the frail, elderly, or disabled, can send your emotions on a virtual roller coaster ride. In any 24 hour period you can experience fear, rage, hope, sadness, humor, grief, bravery, fatigue, dedication … and be overwhelmed with love. So it comes as no surprise that helping others can indeed play havoc with a caregiver’s physical, emotional and psychological well-being. To keep yourself in good shape mentally and emotionally, it’s important that you think of YOURSELF. It’s OK to do this – in fact, you’ll be doing your loved one a favor as you’ll be far more effective as a caregiver when you are relaxed and rested. During industry training, professional caregivers are taught to remember the importance of caring for themselves, not just those in their charge. The same advice is key, and perhaps even more essential, for the family caregiver.
For more information on National Family Caregiver Month visit the National Family Caregivers Association at www.thefamilycaregiver.org or call 800-896-3650.
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he Long Island Chapter of the by Taryn Birkmire, President New York State Association of LI Chapter of NYSHCP Health Care Providers hosted its 19th annual Caregiver Awards Luncheon on November 4, 2009. Forty caregivers with home care agencies in Nassau and Suffolk were recognized for their outstanding contributions to the home health care industry on the occasion of National Home Care Month. Judy Martin, broadcast journalist, News 12 Long Island anchor/reporter, and founder of WorkLifeNation.com, was the guest speaker. For further info visit www.nyshcp.org.
Happy Holidays!
Making Gingerbread T
he contemporary vision for gingerbread usually involves visions of Hansel & Gretel like Gingerbread Houses, Cookies shaped like people, and squares of aromatic spiced cakes served with a dollop of freshly whipped cream...YUM! Ginger however, like so many other popular herbs and spices, is rooted as much in therapeutic use as with confection.Ginger has long been used in teas for cold symptoms, as a circulatory stimulant, as a pain remedy (when mixed with liquor or rum), and as a digestive aid for stomach upsets and queasiness (ginger ale). It has recently been integrated as a motion sickness drug and is being strongly considered by arthritis sufferers as well. The use of Ginger can be traced to the Far East and China in the time of Confucius, and to the early Greeks and Romans and the Mediterranean Basin throughout the Middle Ages. It's use in cakes and doughs to make cookies and breads became extremely popular in Europe centering on the city of Nuremberg, Germany. Nuremberg happened to be fortuitously positioned on the crossroads of the major East/West spice trade routes and near forests which produced voluminous amounts of honey from its resident bees. From this honey, the traditionally famous “Iibkuchen” cakes were produced, which when combined with saffron were actually the precursor of Gingerbread. As ginger replaced saffron as the main flavoring component of these honey cakes, "gingerbread" was born. Both ginger and saffron were considered extremely valuable commodities at this time and actually were tightly regulated. They still share many recipes for breads and cakes. In the America's, the making and decorating of Gingerbread became a Christmas tradition which prevails to this day. Following the long established European tradition, ornately decorated houses and gingerbread pieces now appear in a variety of settings. The internet offers an assortment of all things
Gingerbread and there is even a Gingerbread University on Long Island which offers lessons in house decorating to individuals and groups throughout the year. And despite Its popularity in confections. Ginger stIll finds widespread medicinal use in a variety of forms, particularly during the winter season.. But certainly the most visual and popular use of this versatile root vegetable is as a key ingredient in recipes for Gingerbread Houses, such as the one that follows. Enjoy! HOW TO MAKE GREAT GINGERBREAD Remember, Gingerbread is a cake-like bread. All recipes require minor adjustments in ingredients and a bit of patience to make breads, it does not require ""proofing" but provides better results when chilled a bit. Here's a basic recipe for Gingerbread for cookies and houses. 7 1/2 cups AP flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 11/2 teaspoons cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground clove 1/2 teaspoon salt 11/2 cups margarine or butter 1 cup brown sugar 1 cup molasses Cream butter and sugar. Add molasses. Blend dry ingredients separately in bowl. Add dry ingredients to butter/sugar/molasses mixture until dough is not sticky but firm to the touch. If too wet, you may add flour. If too dry, you may add water. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for a couple of hours. (Overnight is fine and dough will keep wrapped for weeks) If desired you may weigh out your dough to match your pan. A normal size cookie sheet wilt require approximately 11/2 to 2 lbs. of dough. A 1/2 size commercial pan 2 pounds. A full size commercial pan 4 to 41/2lbs. You should roll your dough on the sheet pan on top of a piece of parchment paper. Use cutters to create shapes and remove excess dough or you may bake the sheet in it's entirety if you are making a house and cut roof and sides within 5 minutes of removal from oven. Bake at 35O-360 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes . FOR ROYAL ICING COMBINE: 1lb of powdered (confectioners) sugar 3 oz. of pasteurized egg whites without yellow food dye (papeete brand works fine) 1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar You may use a drop of food coloring to color icing. Whip mixture until peaks form and put into decorating bag. Unused icing must be kept covered and/or sealed.
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Festive Feasts T
he holidays are a time when family and friends gather together and share in celebration and tradition. As many celebrations are built around a festive meal, your holiday fare should be special. There is nothing more enjoyable than to watch as your guests savor a meal you have lovingly prepared!
Orange-Glazed Duck with Rice and Fig Stuffing (serves 4)
Duck's rich, slightly gamy flavor is delicious at this time of year, and its small size makes it a good choice for a small guest list. You may have avoided this bird because of the fat, but adding water to the bottom of the pan during roasting creates delicious basting juices while it helps prevent the fat from burning as it drips off. 1 duck (about 5 lbs.) 2/3 C. cooked rice (unseasoned blend of white & wild rice works well) 1 Valencia or navel orange, peeled, sectioned & chopped 1/3 C. chopped dried figs 2 Tbsp. finely chopped onion 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper 1 C. water GLAZE: 2 Tbsp. frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed 1/4 tsp. salt 1/8 tsp. freshly ground pepper 1. Preheat oven to 400˚. Rinse duck inside & out, removing as much excess fat as possible & drain; pat dry with paper towels. 2. Stir together rice, orange, figs, onion, salt & pepper in medium bowl; spoon into duck’s cavity. Close cavity securely with small metal skewers & tie legs together with kitchen string. Place duck, breast side up, on rack in a roasting pan. Pour the water into the bottom of the pan. 3. Prepare the glaze by combining orange juice concentrate, salt & pepper in small bowl & set aside. 4. Roast duck, basting occasionally with pan juices & adding more water if necessary for 1 hr. Brush glaze all over duck & continue roasting & basting until meat thermometer (in inner thigh without touching bone) reaches 175˚, 2-2 1/2 hrs. If breast begins to brown 34 | Holiday ‘09 | generations
too quickly, cover with foil. Let stand 10 min. before carving. Remove skin before eating.
Roast Tenderloin of Beef (serves 8)
Browning sauce gives deep color to this luxury cut of beef, and an herb blend will intensify its flavor. 1 Tbsp. olive or canola oil 2 tsp. browning sauce 1 3/4 lbs. beef tenderloin, trimmed 1 Tbsp. salt-free mixed herb seasoning 1 tsp. dried tarragon leaves 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper 1 C. water 1. Preheat oven to 400˚. Stir oil & browning sauce together in a small bowl; brush all over the meat. Combine herb seasoning, tarragon, salt & pepper in another small bowl, and rub mixture over the meat. 2. Place meat on rack in roasting pan. Pour water into bottom of the pan. Roast until meat thermometer registers 125˚ (rare), 130˚ (medium rare) or 135˚ (well done) - 15-25 minutes. Cover loosely with foil & let rest 15 minutes before slicing. Cook’s Tip: Make your own salt-free mixed herb seasoning by combining 1 tsp. each crumbled dried rosemary & thyme leaves with 1 large garlic clove, minced.
Festive Feasts Glazed Carrots 2 lbs. carrots 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter 1 Tbsp. honey Thinly slice the carrots. Simmer in 1” boiling water in a large nonstick skillet until tender; drain. Add butter & honey to skillet & cook, stirring, until carrots are lightly glazed. Sprinkle with salt & pepper to taste.
Potato-Parsnip Latkes (serves 8)
6 tsp. vegetable oil 1 1/2 lbs. Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled & grated 1 lg. egg 1/4 C. all-purpose flour 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 1/2 tsp. salt freshly ground pepper to taste 2 med. parsnips, peeled & grated 1 sm. onion, grated 1. Adjust oven racks to divide oven into thirds. Preheat to 400˚. Brush 2 nonstick baking sheets with 1 tsp. each of the oil. 2. Squeeze liquid from potatoes with your hands, a few handfuls at a time, into a large bowl. Let liquid stand 1 min. to allow the potato starch to settle to the bottom, then pour off & discard liquid that rises to the top. 3. Beat in the egg, flour, parsley, salt & pepper; stir in the potatoes, parsnips & onion. Take about 3 tbsp. of the mixture in the palm of your hand and flatten into a 3-in. pancake. Place on baking sheet; repeat with remaining mixture to make 16 latkes. 4. Bake until lightly browned on the bottom, about 16 minutes. Brush tops with remaining 4 tsp. oil. Turn & bake until cooked through, 5-7 min.
spread for toast or crackers, folded into omelets, tossed with pasta or stirred into soups or stews. 2 packages (8 oz .ea.) white mushrooms, cleaned & trimmed (include stems) 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 shallot, minced, or 1/4 c. minced scallions (white part only) 1/2 tsp. salt 2 Tbsp. dry sherry or beef broth 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper 1/4 tsp. dried thyme 3 lbs. green beans, trimmed 1. For duxelles: put mushrooms in a food processor & pulse until very finely chopped (texture of coarse sand). Place mushrooms between several layers of cheesecloth or a clean dishtowel & wring to extract their juices as much as possible. 2. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shallot & cook, stirring, about 2 min. Add mushrooms & sprinkle with salt. Continue cooking & stirring until liquid evaporates & mushrooms begin to brown, about 8 min. Stir in the sherry, pepper & thyme. Cook, stirring, until liquid evaporates. Set aside to cool. 3. Meanwhile, put the beans in a steamer basket; set in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over 1 in. of boiling water. Cover tightly & steam until tendercrisp, 7-8 min. Drain in a colander & rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking. Transfer to a warmed serving dish (or, if not using immediately, cool completely & refrigerate for up to 2 days). Sprinkle the duxelles over the beans and toss; serve at once. Cook’s Tip: If made ahead, to reheat: just before serving, place beans in large microwavable dish & microwave on High, stirring every minute, until hot - 2-3 min. Sprinkle with duxelles & serve.
Cook’s Tip: Don’t have nonstick baking sheets? Just line the baking sheets with parchment or foil & oil as directed.
Green Beans with Duxelles (serves 8)
Duxelles - finely chopped mushrooms simmered with butter, shallots & herbs - make green beans a holiday-worthy event; they’re also delicious as a
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I Can See Clearly Now Part II: Making Your Vision Real
ometimes we discover the choices we’ve made responded to priorities that no longer fit our lives; we count on relationships, work, or our environment to handle fulfillment, social interaction, challenge, accomplishment and continued personal development. What if those choices and situations no longer provide those key benefits? These are the realizations that lead us to make significant changes, the kind that may shake up routines, self-view, and expectations. And, if we’re focused, personally accountable and get support, a new vision for our life will emerge. Imagine, however, the impact those changes can have for us - can have for others in our life. What if these changes affect our colleagues, friends and family? How can we adjust them to the new path we’re traveling? Even more important, how can we encourage them to support us in these changes? Let’s see how this desired change can happen and how we can get needed support from those we love. First, consider that you’re preparing a plan for the most important client of your life – you; you want to wow the client (you) with a compelling reason to go forward with your suggestions: lay out the vision, the impact its execution will have for you, your loved ones, your income, health, personal development and wellbeing. Test your vision against reality. Do all the pieces of your life make sense in the context of what will become your new reality? The critical next step is this: believe that change is possible and that you can direct its course. This step requires you to have the courage to act on your plan. Making a change like this requires shifts in your own thinking, attitudes and behaviors; the autopilot way we often respond to daily life may not be appropriate for the shift you’re envisioning. You may want to seek security at key choice points and retreat to that which is familiar. And, that may be exactly the right move for you after having systematically researched your potential change. Your commitment is the engine that powers all your actions toward the destination of your new dream. However, if you believe that you cannot land a new job, learn a new profession, or move in a new circle of loving friends, then you will remain stuck where you are. If you believe it is impossible for your life to direct you towards the vision you seek, that belief will become your reality. Sometimes we fail because we believe we lack some critical key to success. The easy way is to write down what questions you need answered, such as: How will I keep my life intact as I make these changes? What steps do I need to take to reach my envisioned life? What training do I need?
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Who do I know in a position to help or support me? I urge you to put a plan in place and stick to it! Direction and motivation will come from having a plan, with all your steps mapped out. Take each step and put your answers on paper. Now with your commitment and action plans in place, this is the point where you apply some practical skills. It’s critical to get support from family, friends and advisors. Let the people in your life make a difference for you. The strength of your commitment will show in your willingness to talk about your new plans and engage the support of those whose opinions you respect. Implementation is the step where you will carry out the plan. This is the accountability part of the process and it is where many lose momentum. Each day schedule one small step to accomplish; take the actions from your plan and put them in your calendar with blocks of time. If you do not make the time for your transition, your transition will not happen. Decide what will be done each day. At times, this step will seem like hard work, and it is. The difficult part will not be battling your circumstances; it will be battling your excuses and your resistance. Don’t let this natural up and down lessen your commitment. It is ok to stray from your plan every once in a while, but if you have stopped completely, it is important to note why. Maybe you are afraid to take the next step? Maybe you don’t have enough support? It is okay to go backwards and review if it is the catalyst that will bring you forward again. Make each goal measurable. Persistence and forward movement is what you need to reach your goal. Remember the big picture that you’re moving towards. And, as an extra incentive, reward yourself with each achieved landmark; allow yourself to feel the satisfaction of knowing you’re in control of how you spend your life. It took a lot of guts for you to make the commitment and even more to take the action. Andrea Feinberg, M.B.A., Certified Professional Behavioral Analyst and Certified Strategic Business Leadership Coach, is the business owner's coach. Andrea helps small business owners make more money by day and sleep better at night by maximizing the untapped potential they have in their life and business right now. For more information on making new dreams your new reality, please visit: www.coachinginsight.com/success.
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Safe-Guard Your Home for Peace of Mind While You’re Away
W
hether you’re going on vacation for just a week, or you’re a snowbird who goes away for several months, preparing your home before leaving can help you enjoy a worry-free get away.
sounds an alarm. The system does all of this from a single point in the water main, serving as a first line of defense against water damage.
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Check your answering machine messages while away and return important messages to reinforce the idea that your home is not vacant. Erase unimportant messages while away to disable automatic telling of callers that the message feature is "full".
Change the light bulbs on all interior lighting and/or automatic timing devices. Stagger your lights and radios by setting the timers in different rooms to go on and off at different times. Outside motion lighting should be installed high enough so that the bulbs can’t be unscrewed by a possible intruder.
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Security
Consider contracting a house-sitting service to make regular visits to your home during your absence. Many insurance policies have clauses that will void coverage if your property is left unoccupied and unattended for extended periods of time.
Install deadbolt locks on all perimeter doors Lock the garage door manually if you have an electronic garage door opener. Place a piece of wood or similar solid object in the tracks of your sliding doors. Arrange mail forwarding with your local post office. Suspend or cancel newspaper and magazine subscriptions. Arrange snow removal and sidewalk/driveway clearing with a reputable company. Have vehicles brushed of snow to give the impression of regular use.
Water Damage Drain all hoses and turn off all pipes that provide water to the exterior of your home (e.g. garden taps) to prevent burst pipes. Install an automatic water shutoff system that constantly monitors all water coming into the home and detects any unusual flow. If water flow exceeds a preset limit, the system automatically shuts off the water and
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