Monroe East - Genesee Valley Penny Saver 12-23-2022

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BY CLEMENT CLARKE MOORE

Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; e stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there; e children were nestled all snug in their beds; While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads; And mamma in her 'kerchief, and I in my cap, Had just settled our brains for a long winter's nap, When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter, I sprang from my bed to see what was the matter. Away to the window I ew like a ash, Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash. e moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow, Gave a lustre of midday to objects below, When what to my wondering eyes did appear, But a miniature sleigh and eight tiny rein-deer, With a little old driver so lively and quick, I knew in a moment he must be St. Nick. More rapid than eagles his coursers they came, And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name: "Now, Dasher! now, Dancer! now Prancer and Vixen! On, Comet! on, Cupid! on, Donner and Blitzen!

To the top of the porch! to the top of the wall! Now dash away! dash away! dash away all!"

As leaves that before the wild hurricane y, When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky; So up to the housetop the coursers they ew With the sleigh full of toys, and St. Nicholas too—

And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof e prancing and pawing of each little hoof. As I drew in my head, and was turning around, Down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a bound.

He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot, And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot; A bundle of toys he had ung on his back, And he looked like a pedler just opening his pack.

His eyes—how they twinkled! his dimples, how merry! His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry! His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow, And the beard on his chin was as white as the snow; e stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth, And the smoke, it encircled his head like a wreath; He had a broad face and a little round belly at shook when he laughed, like a bowl full of jelly. He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf, And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself; A wink of his eye and a twist of his head Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread; He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work, And lled all the stockings; then turned with a jerk, And laying his nger aside of his nose, And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose; He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle, And away they all ew like the down of a thistle. But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out of sight— “Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!”

The Merriest Christmas from our family to yours

SIMPLIFY COOKING FOR A CROWD THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

Prepare a familiar dish. Hosts may agonize over their holiday menus, and some may feel compelled to prepare a family specialty or the same dishes their parents or grandparents prepared for holiday dinners when they were children. But holiday hosts can make things easy on themselves by choosing dishes they’ve made in the past, regardless of their place in family history. Chances are the ingredients for hosts’ own specialties are already in the pantry, saving a potentially time-consuming trip to the grocery store. And thanks to the familiarity factor, hosts’ own specialties likely won’t require as much time to prepare.

and crisp, 5 to 8 minutes, then flip with a spatula and fry the other side until golden. 3. Line a colander or strainer with 2 paper towels, and drain the cooked latkes in the colander. Serve hot.

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RAVES

Thank You

On December 1st while coming out of a local pizzeria with pizza in hand I missed a step and fell onto the sidewalk. A gentleman helped me to my feet and made sure I was not injured. I would like to thank him for coming to my aid. It is nice to know that in a world where everyone is busy, a person will still take the time to help another when they need it.

Shout Out to the Bread Fairies

The Geneseo Groveland Emergency Food Pantry would like to thank Dave & Joe, fondly referred to as the Bread Fairies, for their selfless years of community service, picking up bread and other assorted items from Wegmans twice a week and delivering to local area food pantries and senior facilities. We hope the new regime does you proud!

Village Christmas Lights

Thank you to all who put up Christmas lights in the Village. This can be a hard time of year for people. It brightens the spirits when you can drive around the streets and see the beautiful colors and decorations. Take time to do that this season.

To the man in the pickup at the Bergen drive-thru

This is to thank the kind man driving the pickup (I believe a GMC Canyon) truck at the Bergen drive-thru who paid for my order on November 21st. I was so surprised when I got to the window and was told that you had paid. The rest of my day was so bright and hopeful because of your kindness. I think that I really needed to be reminded that day of the goodness in others. You touched my heart. Thank you.

Well Worth Reading

Many thanks to the author who submitted HOLIDAYS AND FENCES to the Penny Saver on December 9th 2022. It was beautifully written and the sentiments were commendable, especially for this time of the year. I intend to take the exhortation to heart and see what “fences” in my life need mending and to do so to the best of my ability. PS—As one who majored in English many years ago, it was delightful to see someone who knows how to write well and to clearly and creatively express serious ideas. Thank you for sharing your gift!

Thank you

On Dec 10th my husband lost a very large man-made tool drawer that he had in the back of his truck. He thought his tailgate was latched shut, but it was not, and the drawer full of his hand tools fell out onto the road on a local street. A wonderful man saw it, picked it up with all the tools and took it back to his home and posted that he found it on a local social media page. Someone who knows my husband, and knew that he had that type of tool drawer, called him, and informed him of the post and asked him if he lost his tools. A very happy ending and so thankful for this honest man.!

Christmas parade

My husband and I attended the best ever Christmas Parade on Main Street Honeoye Falls. So well orchestrated with decorated equipment from many countries. I want to say thank you to everyone who marched and took the time to decorate all the trucks beautifully. This includes the sheriff’s department and Santa on his motorcycle too. Well done to all and to all a good night. Merry Christmas.

Benefit

for Maddox Olson

Thank you for all the support towards the Benefit for Maddox Olson, it was a great success! It beat even my high expectations.

Cohocton Ambulance

We would like to thank the Cohocton Ambulance and the great staff. Billy and the Ambulance crew all went above their duties to help us. Great big thank you to all the staff– still have some awesome people in the community. God Bless you all, happy holidays.

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DID YOU KNOW?

Pets are cherished members of the family, and many pet parents choose to purchase gifts for their animal companions. According to a survey conducted by Rover.com, 95 percent of pet owners have purchased Christmas gifts for their pets. While Christmas is the most popular holiday to buy presents for pets, pet owners also buy presents for their pets’ birthdays and for Valentine’s Day.

* On Dec. 24, 1923, President Calvin Coolidge touches a button and lights up the first national Christmas tree to grace the White House grounds. The tree was the first to be decorated with electric lights -- a strand of 2,500 red, white and green bulbs.

PAW’S CORNER

By Sam Mazzotta

Potty Tales: Behold the Magic of Shop Towels

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: When I turned 78 years ago, my wringer washer broke. I hated toting laundry to the laundromat, and I hated lugging home kitty litter to my many cats. So I came up with a solution: I use washable cotton bed pads and cotton shop towels, laid out over plant trays. ey can quickly be washed in a big tub with hot water, soap and bleach. My cats took to them right away -- the big cats don’t miss the cotton pads, and my other cats will use the shop towels and then wrap them over their poop. e savings are tremendous for me, and there is no litter to buy and lug home. e shop towels last for years. It may sound weird to some people, but if you read the reviews under most cotton bed pads, many are purchased by people for their pets. -- Eva D., via email

DEAR EVA: What a unique solution. It seems like a lot of extra work compared to just lugging litter home, but then there’s the constant scooping and disposal that litter entails. ank you for the tip!

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DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Disposable potty pads can be expensive, and their plastic lining seems like a disaster for the environment. But my 15-year-old Chihuahua, Shemp, has incontinence problems and can’t make it outside when he needs to pee. Instead of going broke buying the pads, I line a plastic tray with newspaper and a cotton shop towel. I change this padding each time Shemp uses it, around two to three times per day. e newspaper is disposable, and I wash the shop towels in the laundry sink with soap and hot water. -- Jane K., Lexington, Kentucky

DEAR JANE: ank you for sharing this handy tip! Readers, note how frequently a potty pad must be changed to keep the area clean and odor-free and, most importantly, to keep your pet healthy.

Send your tips, comments or questions to ask@pawscorner.com.

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KEEP YOUR TREE FRESH THIS CHRISTMAS

Place the tree away from heat sources. Placing trees away from heat sources, such as radiators, fireplaces, heating vents, and lights, reduces the likelihood that trees will dry out and also reduces the risk of fire.

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East Rochester Public Library

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Fairport Public Library

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FAIRPORT

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HONEOYE FALLS

TheHoneoyeFalls/Townof Mendon HistoricalSociety will presentaprogramfeaturing ChristopherBrandt&KatieEggers Comeau.Entitled:“TheArchitectureofJamesH.Johnson”(MushroomHouse,etc.)onThursday, January5,2023,7:30pmatThe MendonCommunityCenter,167 NorthMainSt.,HoneoyeFalls. Questions?Call624-5655.

ROCHESTER

HearingLossAssociationof America Rochesterchapter: Hear Together--Speech-languagepathologistKristinBergholtzconducts avirtualsupportgroupforparents andcaregiversofDeaf/hardof hearingchildren.Itconnectsand advisesadvocatesofthese youngsters.VIRTUALregisterat kristinbslp@gmail.com.Repeatseverymonthonthe4thTuesday, 8pm-9pm.Website:http://www. hearinglossrochester.org

He who marvels at the beauty of the world in summer will find equal cause for wonder and admiration in winter.... In winter the stars seem to have rekindled their fires, the moon achieves a fuller triumph, and the heavens wear a look of a more exalted simplicity. ~ John Burroughs, “The Snow-Walkers,” 1866

Winter bites with its teeth or lashes with its tail.

~ Montenegrin Proverb

WEBSTER

WSPSSpaghettiDinnerFundraiser - TheWebsterAssociationof SeniorProgramSupportersis hostingaSpaghettiDinneronFriday,January6,2023from5pmto 7pmattheWebsterMasonicTempleon30OrchardSt.Webster,NY 14580.AllproceedstotheWSPS Organization.$11peradultand$6 forkids12andunder.WSPSprovidesmedicalrelatedridesalong withbanking,hairdressing/ barbering,bankingandtaxpreparationforSeniorsandDisabled CitizenslivingintheWebster SchoolDistrict.Theschooldistrict encompassestheTownofWebster agoodportionoftheTownof PenfieldandpartsofTownsof OntarioandWalworth.

Women’sClubofWebster’s January Meeting- MarkDwyer fromFoodlink,Rochester,willbe speakingtotheWomen’sClubof Websterattheclub’sJanuaryGeneralMeetingandLuncheon, Thursday,January19,atProietti’s Restaurant,980RidgeRd.,Webster.Socialmix-and-mingleat 11:15a.m.,Meetingat12:00noon andlunchat12:30p.m.followed byFoodlink’spresentation.The LuncheonBuffetincludesChicken Parmesan,PastaAlfredo,Caesar Salad,CannoliandBeverage.The priceis$23.Sendyourcheckmade outtoWCWbyJanuary12to CarolynRittenhouse,405County LineRoad,Ontario,NY14519. Questions?PhoneCarolynat 585-265-1303.

WILLIAMSON

ChristmasDayDinner- A Community ChristmasDinnerthat isopentothepublicwillbehosted bytheBrickChurchFellowship, 4057W.MainSt.,Williamsonon Sunday,December25thfrom1 p.m.to3p.m.Themealisfree.The churchishandicappedaccessible fromthebackparkinglot.Take outsavailable.Formoreinformation,callTerryat585-507-2182 andleaveamessage.

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By Fifi Rodriguez

1. TELEVISION: What is the primary setting of the Netflix series “Bridgerton”?

2. GEOGRAPHY: Where is the Republic of Maldives located?

3. LITERATURE: What is the subject of Walt Whitman’s poem “O Captain! My Captain!”?

4. LANGUAGE: What is the third letter of the Greek alphabet?

5. HISTORY: When was the last time the Liberty Bell rang in Philadelphia?

6. MOVIES: What was Henry Fonda’s jury number in “12 Angry Men”?

7. MATH: What is a heptahedron?

8. BUSINESS: In what year did McDonald’s introduce the Big Mac to all of its customers?

9. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president tried to ban Christmas trees from the White House?

10. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What do bees collect from flowers and use to make honey?

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SMART TECHNOLOGY

Home security: Wi-Fi enabled doorbells with video capabilities allow residents to see who is at the door without having to open it. Cameras can even be accessed remotely, simulating that someone is at home at all times. Never wonder if you’ve locked the door again with smart locks that can be engaged via a smartphone. Make sure that homes are secured or that pets are behaving while out with smart cameras.

NOW HERE’S A TIP

By JoAnn Derson

* “Set up a phone call between kids and grandparents a week or so before visiting. They can talk about what the kids might like to do. It gives the grandparents time to prepare, and it gives kids a chance to build excitement before the trip.” -- G.R. in Ohio

* Clean and disinfect a wood cutting board with salt and lemon juice. Sprinkle the board with a healthy dose of plain salt (kosher or coarse salt works best), and scrub it with a cut half of a lemon. Rinse and clean with soap and water.

* Hairspray spritzed on the end of a thread will stiffen it long enough to get it through a needle head. You also can thread your needle in front of a surface that’s an opposing color (i.e. a white piece of paper while threading a needle with black thread).

* When shopping for seamless bras, bring a T-shirt that is relatively tight-fitting to wear over the bras. You will know right away if there are seam lines or if the cup is too small. These sometimes get overlooked when a bra is worn under a looser shirt. -- E.D. in Ontario, Canada

* Another use for baking soda: It’s a perfect exfoliator. It’s good for the whole body and is pH neutral, so it won’t overdry skin. To use it, just make a paste and rub onto skin. Rinse and enjoy the softness.

* Cold and flu got you down? Once you clear those symptoms, try gargling with saltwater. It reduces inflammation in your throat and washes away irritants and bacteria.

ROOMS CAN SERVE DOUBLE DUTY

guests is easier when there’s a dedicated space where visitors can feel at home. When furnishing a living room, keep the guest room in mind. A sofa that opens up to a bed or a convertible sectional can be a comfortable place for guests to lay their heads. Side tables provide guests with places to store their belongings, and an empty storage chest can house bed linens

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SENIOR NEWS

By Matilda Charles

Finding Assisted Living

Is 2023 the year when you have to consider moving into assisted living? Or perhaps helping an elderly relative make the move? In either case, your rst steps should be gathering as much information as possible.

What type of care is needed? Daily help with everything from bathing to eating to remembering to take medications? Or is a more specialized, secure location needed for memory care? Or something in between?

What facilities are in your area? It will be important that friends and family can visit easily, as well as having access to the same medical care a er the move. Going out for lunch locally can go a long way toward keeping relationships intact.

Once you’ve selected a few facilities to explore, start digging for information. Call the state and ask about the licenses, accreditation and safety track records. Call your local re and police departments about potential safety issues.

Do you know anyone who works in one of the facilities you’re considering, or who knows someone who lives there? eir input could be crucial when it comes to learning about any rules the facility might have, or any sta shortages that could lead to problems with client care or any ongoing complaints about the food.

en ask for a tour at every facility on your list. Stay as long as you can and ask a lot of questions. Get a copy of the potential contract to give your attorney to review (ideally one specializing in elder law).

Money: You’ll need to know what everything costs, and by everything, that means all the fees that might not be included in the overall amount. Are clients charged for eld trips or special entertainment, for example?

How about laundry costs?

As part of your information-gathering, go online and search for “how to select an assisted living facility” or something similar. Look for checklists of questions to ask. You’ll need all the information you can nd.

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60+ CDs. All genres. Some Christian, early Streisand, Michael Bublé, classical. Pick up, W. Henrietta: 585-334-0077 (leave message)

NORFOLK ISLAND PINE, 5.5’ H x 4.5’ W. An indoor tree. Pick up, Clifton Springs: koko92505@yahoo.com

20 FOX BLOCKS (ICF), 15”x 48”, 8” core, weathered but useable. You haul (Naples): 585-690-1718

New 6’ SLIM FROSTED CHRISTMAS TREE w/lights and stand. Pick up, Livonia: 585-346-5451

Round ANTIQUE TABLE. Heavy. Pick up, Phelps: 315-548-3872

Help for Christmas - TODDLER GIRL CLOTHES, PULL-UPS, SMALL QUILTS, TOYS Needy family please, Livonia: 585-346-5451

FISHER-PRICE KIDS BASKETBALL STAND with hoop and net. Adjust 4’ to 6’. Base filled with sand. Can deliver: grouleau@grontiernet.net

ARDUINO and KUMAN UPC PLATFORMS, one each. Includes IR diodes, motor, breadboard, displays, DVD, books and more: 585-948-9882

AMPICO PLAYER PIANO. You move: 585-323-1762 (leave message)

New ELECTRIC HOSPITAL BED with MATTRESS. You pick up: ccfrenchy34@yahoo.com

Brand new SINGLE MATTRESS and BOX SPRING with FRAME and HEADBOARD: 716-474-2884

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Two AT&T CORDLESS PHONE UNITS. For use with a landline system: 4isolde6@gmail.com

22” BOLENS PUSH LAWN MOWER available to a good home. You pick up. Please text if interested: 585-704 7948

KITCHEN SINK, 30.5” W: Text 585-406-1967

QUEEN SIZE MATTRESS. Very good condition. Pick up Dansville: 585-808-7984

GLASS CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS, INDEX CARDS (3”x4” and 4”x6”), ENVELOPES (4”x5.25”), PENS, X-MAS STICKERS, GIFT LABELS and ASSORTED CARDS: 585-243-5734

SEWING THREADS (all colors), EMBROIDERY THREAD, NEEDLES, SEWING ITEMS and much more! 585-388-0318

OAK DESK, 5’x3’x2½’ and an UPRIGHT PIANO, needs tuning. You pick up: 585-384-5385

BOOKCASE/DESK – tall cabinet with storage shelves, desk compartments and drawers. Pick up, Wayland: 585-766-5925 lv. msg.

LIGHTS - new, used, clear & colored. You pick up, Oakfield/Elba area: clkendall57@yahoo.com

FULL SIZE BED FRAME, MATTRESS, and BOX SPRING. Sparingly used in a guest room. Must pick up: cszilagyi1@rochester.rr.com

SMALL DESK with a CHAIR for our granddaughter. Under 3’ W: 585-637-0933

EXTENSION LADDER: 585-861-0181

6.5’ TONNEAU COVER and SMALL PUSH-BUMPER for full-size truck: 585-4470201

Full-size AMBER LIGHT BAR: Jason 585-447-0201

LESLIE SPEAKERS for electric organ: 585-323-1762 (leave message)

Need two new/used in very good condition issues of Dec/Jan 2023 BIRDS AND BLOOMS MAGAZINES: 585-599-3490

For a friend - a FLAT SCREEN TV, a DVD PLAYER, and a CD PLAYER. Thanks! Terry 336-247-3245

FLAT SCREEN TVs, used/unwanted. 55” or larger: stan1k1@yahoo.com

TREADMILL, used or unwanted: stujaxon@yahoo.com

WALKER WITH SEAT for disabled senior: 585-748-8531

VINTAGE ARCHERY RECURVE BOWS/ARROWS/ACCESSORIES for Scout Archery Merit Badge. 501C if required. Text 585-794-0448 or mintshape@netacc.net

Looking for ENCYCLOPEDIA SET for elementary students (think 8-11 years old) from 2010-2022. Thanks: 315-246-4735

BAR SIZE POOL TABLE, slate top, and FOOSBALL TABLE in good condition. Please text me: 585-749-2432

BED PADS or CHUX PADS, adult size for men: 508-360-0262

Old STEREOS, TAPE PLAYERS and AMPS. Specifically for audio digitizing project: Terry 336-247-3245

VINTAGE FOOTBALL, BASKETBALL or BASEBALL CARDS! Or newer, does not matter. Hobby & bonding time for Father and Sons: 585-729-1259

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Senior Navy veteran needs TRUCK in good working condition for animal rescue: 585-531-4004

2-DRAWER FILE CABINET w/lock and a CLOTHES RACK in good condition: 585-424-0732

SNOW BLOWERS and/or LAWNMOWERS in good working cond.: 585-531-4004

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BUILT/UNBUILT MODELS, SLOT CAR BODIES. Parts & pieces okay. Restorer/customizer looking for winter projects: 585-314-6989

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TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH

By Keith Roach, M.D.

Ten-Year Fracture Risk Determines Need for Osteoporosis Meds

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m 77 and have been diagnosed with osteoporosis. I’m taking Fosamax and following all the steps recommended for strengthening bones. But I have two questions: First, is it possible to avoid a fracture without taking medication? Second, is it necessary to avoid coffee completely? I am confused about both questions, having read a lot of conflicting information online. I recently finished reading a book that strongly condemned osteoporosis medication, and I have also read that coffee is OK, even good, for bones; though, other sources say it leeches calcium from bones. I would appreciate some clarity on these issues. -- J.M.

ANSWER: I have also read dire warnings about osteoporosis drugs, particularly the bisphosphonate class that includes alendronate (Fosamax), but the truth is more complex than it first appears.

The most important thing to realize is that every person has their own individual risk of developing an osteoporotic-type fracture. For young, healthy people with strong bones, the risk is very small, but as we age, the risk of fracture increases. Many medical conditions, as well as diet, exercise and some medications, affect the risk of fracture. Whether we are men or women, and even what our ethnicity is, affects fracture risk. The bone mineral density measured by a DEXA scan provides much information, but an accurate fracture risk prediction needs to take a person’s whole history into account. Only people at high risk for fracture should be taking a medication like Fosamax. A standard guideline is that people should be recommended medication therapy if their 10-year risk of a hip fracture is greater than 3%, or their 10-year risk of any kind of major osteoporotic fracture is 20% or higher. If a person’s risk is less than these numbers, they may be unnecessarily subjecting themselves to the risk of medication. The FRAX score is a standardized, country-specific way of estimating risk (www.sheffield.ac.uk/ FRAX/tool.aspx).

If a group of people has a risk of fracture of 20% in the next 10 years, then 80% of them will not have a fracture if they don’t take medication. Like treatment for high blood pressure or high cholesterol, medication treatment only helps a small proportion of those who receive it. We don’t have the ability to predict with certainty who will have a bad outcome from these conditions, so we recommend treating people when they reach a certain degree of risk.

Treating only higher-risk patients leads to the drug helping a higher proportion of the group, but some people who were not offered medication will develop the bad outcome we’re trying to avoid. A person who gets a hip fracture that could have been prevented with medication treatment is a tragedy. In my opinion, a person should know the risks of treatment and the risk of withholding treatment before making a decision.

The calcium question is also controversial, but while it is true that caffeine causes the body to lose calcium, if you take in enough calcium through diet, coffee does not seem to increase your risk of a fracture.

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Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu.

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WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT DENTAL CLEANINGS WHILE WEARING BRACES

Consult with your dentist. Dental hygienists and dentists are experienced at cleaning teeth that have braces. Typical visits for routine cleanings will not be much different than visits without braces. The staff will take X-rays and conduct a thorough examination of the teeth. Hygienists know how to manipulate cleaning tools around braces to clean effectively. Very often, cavities can be filled and even root canals performed with braces on teeth, so there’s no need to worry. Should braces be in the way, the dentist can work with the orthodontist and have a bracket temporarily removed and replaced to facilitate treatment.

Bella’s Bumbas… Giving Children Mobility for Christmas & Year-Round

BY DP DUNN Lorelei

Bella's Bumbas began in Webster, NY with the intention of providing one little girl, Bella, with a means to become mobile and navigate the world on her own. at initial intention has blossomed into Bella's Bumbas LTD, who've provided over 2,600 chairs to children in every US state and 65 countries across the globe!

Bella was born with Spina Bi da and has no feeling below her knees. A er seeing how limited she was when it came to mobility, Bella's aunt and uncle began looking for ways to help. ey saw the plans for the Bumbo wheelchair online and a er seeing the cost of the comparable commercial version, decided to make one for her.

is decision was spurred on by the fact that Bella's family's insurance, like many families, will only cover products that are deemed medically necessary. Insurance companies typically only cover a wheelchair once every ve years, a time-frame that would result in quickly outgrowing the covered wheelchair. Insurance also generally does not cover tiny wheelchairs until the child needs transportation such as a school bus. Imagine all the missed adventures and opportunities of not being independent and mobile between birth and school age.

A er building the rst chair and seeing just how much joy it brought Bella, simply being able to interact with her siblings and friends and get herself around, the family decided to make more chairs for other children facing mobility challenges. Each chair is hand-built in their Webster, NY workshop, with the assistance of many volunteers. Families are not charged for the chairs, they only ask that the families cover the shipping costs. In the United States, the shipping ranges from $62.40 to $74 depending on the seat style chosen. is, however, is only possible with the support of generous donors who help fund their non-pro t.

Each chair design (there are four to choose from) has been rigorously tested by children using them in real-world conditions, and are used on grass, carpet, and any surface a child might nd themselves. Each chair includes a push handle mount and can be customized to the child's needs with add-ons such as a basket, foot extension, Kris Kart for a portable ventilator, as well as a one hand drive, that can be independently rolled by a child with limited to no ability to use one or the arm, a one hand drive style.

eir chairs provide more than just mobility: they provide a way for a child to be more social and participate in life situations that they may not otherwise have been able to. ey can be used without worry at splash pads, playgrounds, or just outside playing with friends. Another bene t of the chair is that it provides children with exercise. e chairs help improve both upper body and core strength, and have even helped some children reduce the time they spend on breathing devices. Brain

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& Life Magazine did an article showing doctors’ studies on how early mobility also a ects the child neurologically.

Bella’s Bumbas is a family run 501(c)3 non-pro t managed and run by Rebecca Orr (President), Je rey Shorr (Vice President), Marty Parzynski (Managing Director), Laurel Fletcher (Secretary), and Joshua Orr (Director), along with the help of many volunteers locally, nationally and internationally. It’s di cult to actually count all of the volunteers as so many people around the world help in anonymity, simply by sharing their stories of their “Bumbaleers”. Some build chairs, while others help by obtaining packing materials. eir common purpose is ensuring every child needing a chair receives one.

It only takes 15-30 minutes to assemble a chair. Want to volunteer? Rebecca says all you need is, “A big heart, packing experience, and a sense of humor.” Send an email to bellasbumbas@gmail.com subject line Interest in volunteering

Rebecca, what do you need right now? “Awarness and sharing our story. Donations are always welcome, and NO donation is ever too small. During the Pandemic donation funds de nitely hit a low point, but we kept rolling purely based on faith and Matthew 17:20. We received the most heartfelt donations during that time. e one most special to us was a donation from a grandmother in Poland who saw our story on the internet; she sent us $2.00. at is what keeps Bella’s Bumba ‘rolling’ … a ‘seed’ of faith.”

Rebecca summed it up with this thought: “When you donate, volunteer or share awareness about Bella’s Bumbas, you will indeed be helping more than just our organization…. literally others around the Globe.”

To learn more about Bella’s Bumbas or to donate please visit their website at https://bellasbumbas.com/

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A note of thanks and a wish for joy as we unwrap another Christmas Season. Meeting all of you and forging new friendships has made this a wonderful year. Thank you for welcoming me. Here’s to a successful 2023!

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HOBBIES FOR DIFFERENT

Athletes can pursue a host of potential hobbies or activities that will foster their love of sports. Men and women who still have a hop in their step can sign up to compete in adult sports leagues. Depending on the sport, leagues might be available to adults of various ages and skill levels, and some may even be more focused on fun than competition. For athletes who can no longer lace up their cleats, coaching youth sports or volunteering to coach at a nearby school provides a chance to stay involved even if competing is no longer possible.

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RELIEVE STRESS THROUGHOUT THE DAY

Find time to exercise. The APA notes that research continues to support the notion that exercise is as beneficial to the mind as it is to the body. Exercising several days per week is especially beneficial to mind and body, but even 20-minute exercise sessions, including a walk around the grounds of an office complex or a quick swim during a lunch break, in the midst of stressful days can help people combat stress for several hours afterward.

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Do you have a gi for the written word and a passion to make a di erence in the community? We are hiring a full-time Lead Content Creator and Editor to manage our growing network of stories in print and digital media. You will have the opportunity to connect with community leaders across the region to share and cra the narratives that matter to our readers.

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DID YOU KNOW?

While it might be synonymous with Santa Claus and cold weather, the North Pole is actually much warmer than the South Pole. That’s because the North Pole sits at a lower elevation than the South Pole, and it is located in the middle of an ocean. The South Pole, on the other hand, is located on the continent of Antarctica, which is covered in ice. But Santa fans mulling a trip to the North Pole to visit jolly old St. Nick might want to think otherwise, as temperaturesattheNorthPoleare less than welcoming. Summertime temperatures at the North Pole, for example, hover right at the freezing point. In addition, because of the way Earth rotates, the North Pole experiences just one sunrise and one sunset each year. However, because the sun is always above the horizon in the summer and below the horizon in the winter, the North Pole actually experiences 24 hours of sunlight in summer and zero hours of sunlight in the winter. While children in North America know the North PoleashometoSantaClaus,that’s a relatively recent addition to the legend of Santa Claus, a story that some historians suggest traces its originsallthewaybacktothethird century. Historians credit famed 19th century caricaturist and editorial cartoonist Thomas Nast with being the first to link Santa Claus and his workshop to the North Pole. However, many Nordic countries continue to say Santa Claus lives in their territories.

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FIVE TIPS TO HELP YOU ON THE ROAD TO YOUR NEW HOME

(NAPSI)—Whenever you rent a truck to move yourself from one home to another, keeping these five facts in mind can help you and your furniture all arrive in good order and good time.

1. Let time be on your side. When planning your trip, take into account the time of day you intend to travel and likely traffic patterns. Always leave lots of extra time and be aware of possible bottlenecks along the way.

2. Read the agreement. Most truck rental agreements say something like the language from the U.S. Department of Transportation that prohibits the “carrying or hauling of explosives and other dangerous articles.” That means you can’t pack paint, chemicals and cleaning materials, flammable solvents, propane, gasoline and the like. Check with your rental agent if you’re not sure about a particular item.

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5. Be sure to insure. Most insurance and credit card companies won’t cover truck rentals under existing policies. If your insurance company is amongthem,considersigningupforadditionalcoverageoptionstoprotect yourself and your belongings. You may feel more confident knowing there is a company that offers free 24/7 emergency roadside assistance.

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