Sarah Josepha Hale spent 36 years campaigning to make Thanksgiving a national holiday. She finally succeeded in 1863.
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1. GEOGRAPHY: What is the northernmost capital city in the world?
2. U.S. STATES: Which state is the driest?
3. MOVIES: In the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life,” what is the name of the angel who saves George Bailey?
4. LITERATURE: Which American novelist also wrote under the pen name Edgar Box?
5. SCIENCE: What is the process called in which plants lose water through their leaves?
6. HISTORY: What was the name of the international group that was supposed to keep the peace after World War I?
7. TELEVISION: Which TV sitcom featured a holiday episode titled “Abed’s Uncontrollable Christmas”?
8. ASTRONOMY: What is it called when a group of stars forms a pattern?
9. MUSIC: What is the top-selling holiday song of all time?
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Christmas is one of the most joyful holidays! Some celebrate it just to partake in its holiday fun or to spend time with family. Houses are decked out in colorful lights and beautifully decorated pine trees, the delicious smell of hot cocoa and spices fill the air — there's nothing that quite tops the beautiful Christmas spirit.
26 million Xmas trees
In 2015, approximately 26 million Christmas trees were purchased at an average cost of $50.82 each.
Spread cheer
The holidays are the perfect excuse to spread cheer to those around you and, in doing so, help you enjoy the holiday more, too. Whistle along to your favorite Christmas tune, smile at others, and wish everyone a Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays. Your joyful holiday spirit will be contagious.
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Focus on gifts for good Families can focus their energies on faithful endeavors and the spirit of giving that’s synonymous with the season. Do good deeds for others, embrace peace and love and share special time with others.
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The Elves and the Shoemaker
BY JACOB AND WILHELM GRIMM
There was once a shoemaker, who worked very hard and was very honest, but still he could not earn enough to live upon, and at last all he had in the world was gone, except just enough leather to make one pair of shoes.
He cut his leather out, all ready to make the next day, meaning to rise early in the morning to his work. His conscience was clear and his heart light amidst all his troubles, so he went peaceably to bed, le all his cares to Heaven, and soon fell asleep. In the morning, he sat himself down to his work. To his great wonder, there stood the shoes already made upon the table. e good man didn’t know what to say or think at such an odd discovery. He looked at the workmanship; there was not one false stitch in the whole job; all was so neat and true that it was quite a masterpiece.
at day a customer came in and the shoes suited him so well that he willingly paid a price higher than usual for them, and the poor shoemaker, with the money, bought leather enough to make two more pairs. In the evening, he cut out the work and went to bed early so he might get up and begin early the next day. However, he was saved the trouble, for when he got up in the morning, the work was done already. Soon, in came buyers who paid him handsomely for his goods, so he bought leather enough for four more pairs. He cut out the work again, le it overnight, and found it already done in the morning, as before. So it went on for some time – what was prepared in the evening was always done by daybreak, and the good man soon became thriving and well off again.
One evening, about Christmas-time, as he and his wife were sitting at the fire chatting together, he said to her, ‘I should like to sit up and watch tonight to see who it is that comes and does my work for me.’ e wife liked the thought, so they le a light burning and hid themselves in a corner of the room behind a curtain and watched.
At midnight, in came two little naked elves, who sat upon the shoemaker’s bench, took up all the work that was cut out, and began to ply with their little fingers, stitching and rapping and tapping away at such a rate that the
shoemaker was amazed and could not take his eyes off them. On they went until the job was done and the shoes stood ready for use upon the table. is was long before daybreak, and they bustled away as quick as lightning.
e next day the wife said to the shoemaker, ‘ ese little men have made us rich, and we ought to be thankful to them and do them a good turn if we can. I am quite sorry to see them run about as they do, and indeed it is not very decent for they have nothing upon their backs to keep off the cold. I will make each of them a shirt, a coat and waistcoat, and a pair of pantaloons, and you could make each of them a little pair of shoes.’
e thought pleased the cobbler very much, and one evening, when all the things were ready, they laid them on the table instead of the work they used to cut out and they went and hid themselves to watch what the little elves would do.
At midnight, in they came, dancing and skipping, hopped round the room and then went to sit down to their work as usual. But when they saw the clothes lying for them, they laughed and chuckled and seemed mightily delighted.
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Ingredients
6 fresh torn mint leaves, plus additional sprigs for garnish
1/2 lime, cut into four wedges
1 tablespoon dried cranberries
2 tablespoons red colored sugars, plus additional for garnish
2 ounces rum
3 ounces cranberry juice
2 ounces club soda
Preparation
1. In tall glass, thoroughly muddle mint leaves, lime wedges, cranberries, and red sugar. Add rum, cranberry juice and club soda and stir. Add ice and additional club soda to fill glass.
Makes 1 cocktail
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People with cognitive/memory diseases like dementia and Alzheimer’s tend to struggle with daily tasks like oral health care as the condition progresses. They may forget daily dental routines and struggle with tasks like applying toothpaste or holding a toothbrush. They may not be able to communicate pain or ask to see a dentist. People with dementia often have dental problems that are painful and make chewing and swallowing harder. Tooth damage and decay, gum disease, and dry mouth are all common in elderly adults, especially those with dementia. Struggling to eat, refusing food, facial swelling, refusing help with oral care, and repeatedly touching areas around the mouth can all be signs that a senior has oral pain.
Choose a family dentist who has a sincere interest in his or her patients’ complete health and who is up to date on the latest oral health care issues. If you are looking for just such a dentist, we invite you to call us at BATAVIA FAMILY DENTAL, 585.343.4246, for an appointment. At our state-of-the-art office, all dental problems are dealt with efficiently, effectively, and compassionately. We’re located at 6 Batavia City Centre, where we offer complete gentle, dental care for all members of your family.
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The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs estimates that around eight million adults in the United States experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in a given year. Women experience PTSD at a much greater rate than men. Estimates from the USDVA indicate that 10 percent of women and 4 percent of men are affected by PTSD. Instances of PTSD are similarly prevalent in Canada, where the Canadian Psychological Association estimates that around 8 percent of Canadians who experience a traumatic event develop PTSD. Though no one is immune to PTSD, rates of the disorder among combat veterans are significantly higher than the rates among the general population. USDVA reports that one study of 1,938 veterans found that the prevalence rate among Gulf War veterans was around 14 percent, while an older study from the American Psychological Association found that about 30 percent of Vietnam War veterans had PTSD in their lifetime.
TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH
By Keith Roach, M.D.
Semaglutide Assists With Weight Gain Caused by Antipsychotics
DEAR DR. ROACH: I was wondering whether Ozempic might be prescribed for somebody who gained weight due to antipsychotics or drugs for depression. I read some years ago that the weight gain associated with antipsychotics had something to do with blood sugar levels (or some other metabolic reason). -- K.
ANSWER: You are quite right that many medications, including some antipsychotic and antidepressant medicines, are commonly associated with weight gain. There are many mechanisms at work here, but the blood sugar increase is probably secondary to the weight gain, rather than the other way around. Some medicines are worse than others, so a wise prescriber chooses the least-harmful option when possible. But sometimes the only medication that works for a mental health issue does cause weight gain.
For decades, psychiatrists and others have prescribed metformin to help with weight gain due to medications. It’s certainly better than nothing, but you are right that semaglutide (Ozempic when prescribed for diagnosed diabetes and Wegovy when prescribed for weight loss) will be more effective. A 2023 study showed that semaglutide was effective for people who gained weight due to psychiatric drugs and did not respond to metformin.
Getting insurance companies to cover these expensive medications is often the biggest barrier.
DR. ROACH WRITES: You recently wrote about colitis, aka inflammation of the colon. Could you please explain how to treat and prevent it? -- M.C.
ANSWER: ”Colitis” does mean inflammation of the colon, but it isn’t just one disease. It’s a finding that is associated with many diseases, so treatment depends on the exact cause.
Colitis can be due to infection. Diseases like diverticulitis and gastroenteritis are inflammatory due to the presence of a pathogen. A pathogen is an unhealthy germ in the colon that leads to symptoms such as fever and diarrhea. Often these infections do not need antibiotics, just support until the body gets rid of the infection itself. Other infections are more serious, like Clostridioides difficile (“C. diff”), which is life-threatening and requires powerful treatment. Microscopic colitis diseases are unusual and possibly autoimmune. They are sometimes triggered by medications and treated with anti-inflammatory medicines such as budesonide.
The underlying cause of inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis) still isn’t well-understood. Although anti-inflammatory medicines like steroids still form part of the treatment for IBD, current treatment uses biological agents to target molecules that form part of the disease response -- without the long-term toxicity of steroids. There are many other causes of colitis. Treatment is highly variable, and prevention isn’t always possible. Still, a healthy diet with a large variety of foods, especially plants, will help keep your colon in the best shape to ward off infections. It’s much easier to get an infection after antibiotics, for example, since the healthy bacteria are largely killed off.
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I do not recommend probiotics in healthy people. Your microbiome -- the “suite” of bacteria, viruses and other microbes that live in your gut -- respond better to a good diet than a large number of limited bacteria. There is almost no evidence of benefit when it comes to probiotics in healthy people.
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* Damp cloth plus baking soda should be your first weapon against stains in the kitchen and bathroom. It’s eco-friendly, and a mild abrasive, which works without scratching!
Hocus Focus
BY HENRY BOLTINOFF
Prospective real estate investors who hope to buy, hold and rent out their investment properties should first interview potential property managers before buying homes. While it’s possible to find property managers willing to manage single-family homes or duplexes, the financial resource Bankrate.com notes that many property managers prefer to manage large apartment complexes instead. Managing properties is hard work, and without skilled property managers on their side, real estate investors may become overwhelmed by the responsibilities of taking care of their real estate investments while simultaneously trying to maintain their own residences. Before buying investment properties, prospective real estate investors should interview various local property managers or property management firms, inquiring about their fees and what is included in those fees. If the cost of hiring property managers drastically cuts into the profits investors hoped to make off their investment properties, they might be better off looking to invest their money in areas other than real estate. Prospective investors can compare the potential return on investment after the cost of property managers has been factored in to the return they might get from more traditional investments to determine if investing in real estate is a sound financial decision.
As we reflect on this year, we are filled with appreciation for the trust & partnership we've built with all our clients. Looking ahead, we are excited for the
& all the opportunities it brings to continue to work together, create new memories & reaching new milestones.
- Best wishes to you and yoursA note of thanks and a wish for joy as we unwrap another Christmas season. Your continuing friendships have made this a wonderful year.
Here’s to a successful 2025!
Sincerely, Carmen
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TREAT A NATURE LOVER TO A SPECIAL GIFT
Binoculars: Bird watchers or other animal observers understand that wild animals can become skittish around people. It’s best to view them from afar, and a good set of binoculars makes it easier to do so.
PAW’S CORNER
By Sam Marzotta
HOLIDAY TRAVEL WITH A PET
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: We are bringing our new dog, “Mara,” with us to visit relatives in Ohio this Christmas. ey are aware and said that our guest room is prepared with a dog bed so that she will be comfortable. However, we’ve never traveled with a pet before, and Mara is an energetic Border Collie. Do you have any advice for a pleasant road trip? -- Dave and Diane in Sarasota, Florida
DEAR DAVE & DIANE: e best advice is to plan, plan, plan around Mara’s needs during your drive to Ohio. As an energetic dog, Mara needs frequent walk breaks to get out of the car and work off some energy. You’ll also need to stay at a pet-friendly hotel if you’re not driving straight through the night.
Here are some important tips as you prepare:
• Make sure your dog’s vaccinations are up to date, and carry a copy of her records.
• Consider microchipping your dog before the trip if you haven’t done so, and make sure an ID tag is attached to her collar.
• Pack a bag just for Mara with her preferred food, treats, toys, cold weather gear and medications. Add an extra leash and collar just in case.
• Install a sturdy crate big enough for your dog to turn around in -either in the back seat or, if you have an SUV, in the cargo area. is will be secure and comfortable for a big dog.
• Take Mara on a few short car trips so she gets familiar with the travel crate.
• e day of the trip, feed and walk Mara at least an hour before departing. She may get carsick if she eats too soon before starting off.
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I prefer winter and Fall, when you feel the bone structure of the landscape — the loneliness of it, the dead feeling of winter. Something waits beneath it, the whole story doesn’t show.
The DPW Highway Departments here are amazing, salting and plowing, removing leaves and yard debris for residents. I grew up all over New England, so we saw snow every year, but the sheer volume of snowfall here is breathtaking, but even more amazing is how quickly and efficiently people here are able to resume their normal daily routines. Three inches, no problem, everyone goes about as normal. Six inches, plows do great and all's back to normal. A foot? Two feet? Constant snowfall for 24hrs? No problem. Plow people kick into high gear and keep the roads clear. Residents keep sidewalks reasonably clear and clear out around hydrants. It's just ... normal and so amazing to be able to enjoy the full winter season. Thank you to everyone who helps out in whatever way they can.
Side street traffic gets in sometimes
To the person who let me in when traffic was backed up for half a mile and everyone else just passed right by, pretending not to notice I was there, thank you! Traffic in that stretch often rivals a city or something, but usually the side street traffic gets waved in every few cars. Not today. Everyone had places to go, people to see, off in their own worlds, I guess. So again, thank you. We can all use a little extra patience and let a car in every now and then when traffic is backed up.
True meaning of Christmas
Coming home from work I have noticed the Christmas decorations in areas I have to drive through. There is one that caught my eyes, the Nativity scene. This is the true meaning of Christmas.
Humble Holiday Celebrations
Thank you, everyone who keeps it simple with your kiddos. Some of us do not have a lot extra to spend on our children this holiday (or any year), and it always adds to the stress when some people lavish their children with so much 'stuff' for gifts. Yes, we all know you have money. Yes, you're allowed to spend your money however you want, so yes of course feel free to gift to your children. Just please be mindful that it might be nice to raise your kiddos a little mindful of all who don't
Greetings of the Season
May peace, joy, harmony and contentment visit your home during this special time of year.
We are sincerely grateful for your continued friendship.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Slow Cooker Peppermint Hot Chocolate
1/2 gallon (8 cups) whole milk
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 package (12 ounces) dark chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon McCormick Pure Peppermint Extract
Placewholemilk,condensedmilk,chocolatechipsandpeppermintextract in slow cooker. Cover. Cook 60-70 minutes on high, or until chocolate is melted and mixture is heated through, stirring every 15 minutes. Reduce heat to warm or low to serve.
SERVE UP WARMTH FOR THE HOLIDAYS
People often associate holiday imbibing with eggnog, but many other beverages can be enjoyed this time of year. Wassail is a hot, mulled cider that was traditionally consumed while wassailing, a ritual of Medieval English Christmas and Twelfth Night celebrations. A warm beverage and caroling go hand-in-hand.
Wassail can be made in many different ways, depending on one’s tastes. But cider is an integral ingredient in most wassail recipes. Home cocktail creators can use this basic recipe and modify as they see fit.
Wassail
Serves 8 to 10
1/2 gallon apple cider
2 cups orange juice or pineapple juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
8 whole cloves
4 cinnamon sticks
1 cup orange juice
Whiskey, if desired
Add all ingredients to a large pot over medium heat. Allow to boil. Reduce and simmer for 30 to 45 minutes.Strainouttheclovesand cinnamon sticks. For an alcoholic drink, add whiskey to desired taste.
Wassail is traditionally served out of a communal punch bowl, but can also be presented in individual mugs garnished with cinnamon sticks.
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If you think this holiday season feels shorter than normal, you’re not wrong. 2024 has the shortest holiday season, with only 27 days between Thanksgiving and Christmas (compared with 33 days in 2023). What is your favorite way to celebrate the winter holiday season?
- Festive decorations
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- Community or religious traditions
- Staying in with movies and books
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KING SIZE BED FRAME. Pick up, Geneseo. 585-991-8255
ELVIS COMMEMORATIVES: 11 TV Guide commemoratives, 3 Elvis Special Edition booklets, 1 Newsweek 8/97, 1 Life 1987, 1 Tape. Phelps. kelleykevin612@gmail.com
Two complete TWIN BEDS with frames, mattresses, box springs, mattress pads, blankets. Hemlock. elsiecostanzo@gmail.com
Three 65-gallon metal drums of FUEL OIL. Pick up, Newark. 315-332-8043
One wood and one plastic used but steam-sanitized standard ROUND TOILET SEATS. No issues, hardware included. Conesus. Text/ Call 607-542-9113
50 various RECORDS, box of cassettes, some 8 tracks. Must take all. Fairport. cszilagyi1@rochester.rr.com
Life Fitness ELLIPTICAL - works great. You move: heavy, need truck and friends. Also, basic HOME BREWING EQUIPMENT, carboys, bottles, brushes, etc. Canandaigua. 585-469-4539
GE GAS OVEN with four burner stovetop (c. 2003). Everything works except the broiler button. Pickup in Penfield. corcaigh111@gmail.com
54” x 78” FOAM MATTRESS TOPPER, 3” thick. Great for camping. Phelps. 315-548-8685
COMMODE, barely used. Batavia. Call before 12noon. 585-813-5325
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COAT TREE, small to medium DOG CRATE, small PET CARRIERS, and an APARTMENT SIZE REFRIGERATOR. 585-507-8788
‘70s-’90s ROCK RECORDS, CASSETTES, and 8 TRACK TAPES. gzintel1967@gmail.com
Mercury SNOWMOBILE PARTS 1974-76 for restoration project. Call or text 585-733-2026
DOG FOOD, CAT FOOD, CAT LITTER, ADVANTAGE OR FRONTLINE. holdfort@rochester.rr.com
Any WEBER GRILLS. Call or Text Matt 315-576-1278
Cooperstown Dreams Field TRADING PINS. salvatore.d.timpani@gmail.com
OLD BOY SCOUT & GIRL SCOUT items. bartonta@gmail.com
FOOD DEHYDRATOR for meat, veggies, etc. 585-697-4489
Small HARD SHELL CAMPER. Registration not required. Call or text 585-455-4363
ATARI 2600 with games, BUFFALO BILLS BLANKET and a PORTABLE DVD PLAYER. 585-415-8513
MODEL KITS built or un-built. Automotive, aviation, military, ships, etc. Parts and pieces ok. 585-314-6989
BOOKCASE. Does not need to be pretty. 585-356-9306
MINI REFRIGERATOR in working condition and ADULT NUTRITION DRINKS, any brand. Call or text 585-649-8706
BABY CLOTHES, TOYS, and STUFFED ANIMALS. 585-236-0426
FLAT SCREEN TV (no matter how small or old), MICROWAVE and DVD PLAYER all in working condition. 585-505-7276
TOMATO CAGES - any size, any style! (The taller, the better!) John at JFNfarm@gmail.com
ELECTRONIC PARTS, IC chips, connectors, relays, switches, test equipment, electronic tools, electronic hobbyist/prototyping items, old/obsolete/surplus. 585-746-9904
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a festive table on a dime YOU CAN DO IT!
Presentation is king when it comes to setting a memorable holiday table, and it needn’t be daunting or expensive. Here are some essential tips that will garner rave reviews at your next gathering.
Mercury Glass
It’s everywhere these days. From trees, to pumpkins, to candlestick holders, it’s timeless and transitions well from season to season.
Mix and Match
Don’t be afraid to mix metallics. This gold flatware, purchased second-hand, is a standout.
Be Resourceful
Think outside the box. These heavy metal pinecones are confiscated from an old cuckoo clock. Add some freshly clipped greens and you’re good to go.
Start by scouring the house to see what you can mix and match to bring your table to life. Don’t be afraid to ask parents or grandparents for family heirlooms that they may be willing to part with.
One of the best investments you can make is solid white porcelain dishes. You can get them for a steal at most places and they’ll take you through every season. For a fun twist, layer them with whimsical holiday plates. Solid red napkins add a pop of color, and when placed under the plates, there’s no need for a runner or placemat.
Wooden reindeer, real pinecones and mixed greenery take the textural feel to the next level. Snips of spruce or boxwood trees from the yard up the texture, and best of all are free.
Details make all the difference. Adding personal placecards is a great touch that makes everyone feel special. How about adding a surprise lottery ticket to the bottom of a random plate? Sometimes a winner, and always a hit!
Add Interest with Height
A mix of faux and metallic pine trees give your table the height it needs. Be sure to place them strategically so your guests can easily see one another.
Experiment
Pinterest is a great place to get ideas. Take a stab at different napkin folding techniques and see what suits your fancy.
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This dining room table is a restored farmhouse table. It seats 22 people when all leaves are in. If you’re going to go all out, do it here and know that it will be enjoyed for generations to come.
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