Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette February 16

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Pet Page ........................................ Pg. 25

Coloring Page ............................... Pg. 27

Sudoku .......................................... Pg. 29

Senior Care and Caring

By John Hall for Blue Mountain Town & Country Gazette

As seniors, one aspect of senior care is actually senior self-care. Of course much of senior care is not “self-care,” but is medically driven or provided by caregivers. In this issue we’re going to look at bits of all of that.

In addition, because we are still in American Heart Month, we will take a look at the importance of understanding where you personally stand in terms of your heart health. To accomplish that we will give you some questions you can ask your doctor on your next visit around your personal heart health. Be sure and read “Heart Questions to Ask Your Doctor” for the details.

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In terms of aging, perhaps the objective for all of us should be to age exuberantly! Care to know how? In “How To: Aging Exuberantly!” we look into a very interesting book from an 86-year-old Swedish author who shares her three rules for aging exuberantly. If you follow her advice you just might live your best life, no matter your age. She seems to be pulling it off – maybe we can too.

Now in addition to those heart questions you can ask your doctor, you might ask yourself if you can pass a flexibility test. Can you? There are many everyday activities that require flexibility and a

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So that is our issue this time around. We hope you find it valuable. We look forward to your joining us again next time when we will continue our focus on different areas of health, as well as our community. Until then…

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Announcing an Arts Contest sponsored by The Woman’s Club of Slatington

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Lastly, on a very serious note, we’re going to provide something of a “grief guide” for when a partner or spouse has died. There are places to turn to for support, as well as things you can, and must do to maintain your own physical, mental and spiritual health while you work through your grief. “Rebuilding Life after Your Partner’s Death” will provide you expert advice on the topic.

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The Woman’s Club of Slatington is sponsoring its annual Arts contest on April 17, 2023 at the Slatington Public Library. Show your talent in the following arts categories: 2D art drawing/ painting, photography, coloring, 3D art, fiber art, and poetry. The contest is open to all school age students grade 3-12, and to adults. Entrants may be from the Northern Lehigh community and beyond. The coloring contest is open to all ages preschool to adult. A complete set of guidelines for each category and submission date are available at the Slatington Public Library and on the library website. The art work will then remain on display for viewing at the library through the end of the month. Additional information and questions can be addressed to the librarians at 610-767-6461. There are no entry fees and prizes are offered in each category. If you enjoy creating we would love to have you share your talents!

Woman’s Club of Slatington Club Meeting

Seatings at 4:00, 4:45, 5:30, 6:15, & 7:00 P.M. (Take-out orders also available)

Menu: Baked Ham, Chopped Dandelion with Bacon

Dressing, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Vegetables, Bread & Butter, Homemade Desserts, Coffee, Tea, Iced Tea, & Water

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Adults – $10.00, Children (6-12) – $4.00, Children 5 and under – Free

Call church office at 610-767-6361 for tickets.

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A recent meeting of the Woman’s Club of Slatington featured Dennis Barr as our guest speaker. Mr. Barr is a local woodcarver who entered and won in the adult 3-D category in our 2022 Arts Contest. He graciously brought many other lovely

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examples of his work to our meeting. Some carved pieces were functional as well as beautifully hand crafted. He brought some basic carving tools (and safety gloves) and bark along so that our members could try their hand at creating a carving. Mr. Barr was an excellent instructor and our members were delighted to learn a new skill and possibly start a new hobby!

Along with his skill as a carver, Mr. Barr is also very involved in the creation, upgrades of courses, and interest in the sport of disc golf locally and

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Dr. Eddie Ramirez, medical doctor, research scientist, published author, and international speaker, is the director of Healthw hys Lifestyle Medicine in Pennsylvania. His major research interest has been how food and lifestyle have the ability to prevent and reverse physical and mental disease. His research has resulted in over 160 publications, which he has shared in person in 88 countries.

Dr. Eddie Ramirez, medical doctor, research scientist, published author, and international speaker, is the director of Healthw hys Lifestyle Medicine in Pennsylvania. His major research interest has been how food and lifestyle have the ability to prevent and reverse physical and mental disease. His research has resulted in over 160 publications, which he has shared in person in 88 countries.

Dr. Eddie Ramirez, medical doctor, research scientist, published author, and international speaker, is the director of Healthw hys Lifestyle Medicine in Pennsylvania. His major research interest has been how food and lifestyle have the ability to prevent and reverse physical and mental disease. His research has resulted in over 160 publications, which he has shared in person in 88 countries.

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Reserve your seat by calling (610) 990-6016

Reserve your seat by calling (610) 990-6016

The free program includes Dr. Ramirez's new book, "Pandemic Busters," to each participant, the seminar & a healthy dinner.

The free program includes Dr. Ramirez's new book, "Pandemic Busters," to each participant, the seminar & a healthy dinner.

Reserve your seat by calling (610 ) 990 -6016

The free program includes Dr. Ramirez's new book, "Pandemic Busters," to each participant, the seminar & a healthy dinner.

The free program includes Dr. Ramirez's new book, "Pandemic Busters," to each participant, the seminar & a healthy dinner.

Dr. Eddie Ramirez, medical doctor, research scientist, published author, and international speaker, is the director of Healthw hys Lifestyle Medicine in Pennsylvania. His major research interest has been how food and lifestyle have the ability to prevent and reverse physical and mental disease. His research has resulted in over 160 publications, which

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throughout the Lehigh Valley. We are looking forward to another carved entry for our 2023 Arts contest in April.

The Woman’s Club of Slatington meets at 7:00 pm the third Monday of each month September through May. Members enjoy learning about new things, fun, friendship, support and service to the community. If you are interested in learning more about the woman’s club or in attending a meeting

you are welcome. Just call the Slatington Public Library for more information. 610-767-6461. $10.00

St. John's Lutheran Church

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Pick-up is Saturday, March 25, from 9:00 to 11:00 A.M.

Deadline to order is Sunday, March 19. Soup choices (quart-size) are: Chicken Bow Tie Soup ($7.00 each); Hearty Vegetable Tortellini Soup ($7.00 each); and Manhattan Clam Chowder ($8.00 each).

Sandwich choice is: Cold Reuben Sandwich ($6.50 each).

Heat & Eat Dinner: Baked seafood lasagna with sauce, with creamy cole slaw, dinner roll & butter, and a slice of cherry crumb pie. ($12.00 per meal)

You can call your order into the church office at 610-767-6361; to Harrison Williams at 610-216-4284, or e-mail your orders to Harrison at williamshj2514@msn.com.

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Community Grant Applications Now Available

Every year The Rotary Club of Slatington, in keeping with Rotary International's Theme of "Service Above Self'' awards grants to various community organizations that make a difference in the lives of the people of the Northern Lehigh area. This past year the Rotary Club of Slatington awarded grants to the Emerald Playground Association, Slatington Public Library, Boy Scouts of America Troop 58, Walnutport Playground, Lehigh Gap Nature Center, Northern Lehigh Education Association and various other organizations. Projects ranged from grants for materials for a Community Ice Skating Rink, an Enclosed Trailer for hauling camping equipment, material to build a Hydroponics System to grow plants, the Annual Christmas Gift Program for children sponsored by the Northern Lehigh Pastoral Association through Friedens United Church of Christ and Children's Educational Programs sponsored by the Northern Lehigh Recreation Authority, Northern Lehigh Education Association and the Lehigh Gap Nature Center. If your charitable organization is interested in

receiving an application for a grant in 2023, contact Clarence Smith at ceseapa@vahoo.com or call 610760-2455. The Rotary Club of Slatington meets every Thursday 6:15 PM at Woodstone Country Club in Danielsville from September through June and at Lehigh Gap Nature Center Rotary Pavilion in July and August. You are welcome to visit with us and see what Rotary is all about. For information contact Clarence Smith or Eric Heiney at 610-7621196, https://www.facebook.com/RotaryClubof Slatington or www.rotary.org.

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Slatington Library News

submitted by Louise Bechtel

The Book Club will meet on March 6th in person at the library and via zoom. They will be discussing “The Kite Runner” by Khaled Hosseini. If you are interested in joining the book club, please contact the library.

A Genealogy group meets at the library on the second Saturday of the month at 11:00am. They will next meet on March 11th. Any one interested in genealogy is welcome to join them.

The Donald D. Owens Reading Challenge for all ages will begin on February 18th and end May 31st. Read ten books, write down the titles and receive a raffle ticket to possibly win $25.00 at the end of May. The more you read, the greater your chance of winning.

The library will be celebrating Dr. Seuss’s birthday on Saturday, March 4th at 11:00am. Mrs. Lynne Fedorcha will be our guest reader and there will be goodie bags and refreshments.

The Slatington Library will once again be hosting the Woman’s club of Slatington’s Art

Contest. The contest is open to young and old. There is a coloring contest for children, preschool, Kind. & 1st grade and 2nd graders. Coloring pages can be picked up at the library or downloaded from the Woman’s Club’s Facebook page. There is also an adult coloring contest with the entrants choosing their own picture. The art’s contest is open to 3rd grade through 12th grade students and adults. There are five categories, Poetry, Fiber art, 2-dimensional art, 3-dimensional art and Photography. There are cash prizes for the students winning 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. All art must be delivered to the Slatington Library by April 1st. Art’s night will be April 17th. Contact the library for more information. The Library is looking to start a Teen Advisory Board. If you are a teen and wish to get involved, please call or stop in the library for more information.

Library hours are Mon. & Wed. 9am to 7pm, Tues. 9am to 3pm, Fri. 9am to 5pm, Sat. 8am to 2:00pm. The library is closed Thursday and Sunday.

St. Peter’s UMC Events

Submitted by Sharleen Crossett

Exciting news!!! Starting Wednesday March 1st, the Redeemers Closet will be open for clothing from 2-4pm every Wednesday. This is in addition to our monthly clothing ministry “The Redeemers Closet” is open on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 9am -Noon, at the Helping Hands Community Center of Slatedale located at 4019 Main St. Slatedale. See you on February 18th, come and check out all the new clothing. Please note that only one (1) clothing collection box is now open for donations of gently used clothing only NO toys, etc., and this is located at the Helping Hands Community Center. Please do not leave clothing outside of collection box or the Emerald Church. If clothing gets wet, we must throw it away. Your cooperation is appreciated.

Our Ash Wednesday service will start our Lenten journey on February 22nd, with the series “Standing at the Cross”. This series will continue through Easter on Sunday mornings and Holy week. The Wednesday evening services are at 7PM and will be “He Calls Us For More”.

If you’re looking for a church family, we invite

you to visit with us here at St. Peter’s. The Sunday school hour begins at 9:30am followed by Worship at 10:30am, Communion first Sunday of each Month.

The Monday morning Bible Study is now at 10am is doing the study “God’s Love is Shown.”

Grief Share” meets on Tuesday morning at 10am, at the Helping Hand Community Center of Slatedale, located at 4019 Main Street, Slatedale. A new session started January 24th, so if you are interested in participating contact Pastor Bill. The Helping Hands Community Center of Slatedale, is a ministry of St. Peter’s Church.

Wednesday mornings the Pastor alternates between “The Palmerton and Sacred Heart by the Creek in Northampton for a time of worship with the residents. If you would like to fellowship with the residents and have a time of worship midweek, contact Pastor Bill for the schedule and time.

On Friday’s join Pastor Michelle with “Moments with Kids”4pm. Find this on our facebook.com/ StPetersChurch18080.

The time for EDGE is 6:00pm. They meet on Monday evenings, for youth in 6th grade and up. For more information, please contact Kristin at 484-550-2578. The group meets at the Helping Hands Community Center of Slatedale located at 4019 Main St, Slatedale. Please note NO School means NO EDGE.

In all areas of the church’s ministries, we continue to praise God for his blessings both large and small. If you have a need, please contact Pastor Bill at 610-737-1450 to see if help is available.

Whether you are looking for a place to worship or would just like to participate in our church activities, you can always contact Pastor Bill at 610-737-1450, or check out our website: stpetersumcemerald.org.

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Having a good range of motion is essential for athletics, but also everyday life. The truth is there are countless everyday movements that require flexibility, from bending down to put on your socks to looking over your shoulder to change lanes. Being able to do these things requires flexibility and as you age that requires maintenance.

Use It or Lose It

Instead of shying away from movements that are painful, work to improve your flexibility and range of motion. Even though most of us won’t ever become flexible enough to do the splits, with time and patience we can squat a little deeper, reach a little higher and maybe even sit crosslegged on the floor.

Flexibility is a skill to be cultivated, like strength and cardiovascular endurance. Here are five flexibility stretches that can help make your everyday tasks easier to do.

Back, hips and hamstrings / Touching your

toes is a good way to test your lower back, hips and hamstrings. Those with short arms might not be able to reach all the way down, but if your fingers are in the general vicinity, that’s a sign of good flexibility.

Neck / Sit in a chair or kneel on the floor. Keep your shoulders squared with your body and turn your head to one side and then the other. You should be able turn your head 90 degrees from your starting position without moving your shoulders.

Thoracic spine / Test the flexibility of the upper and middle parts of your back with a stretch called

the open book. Lie on your side with your legs and feet together, knees bent. Straighten both arms in front of you. Slowly lift and rotate your top arm open, keeping your lower arm, pelvis and legs still. If you can “open the book,” in other words

touch your top arm to the floor behind you without moving your legs, you have adequate flexibility in your upper back.

Calves and ankles / To test your calves and ankles, position yourself near a wall or door jamb and press one knee against the wall. You can stand, or kneel on your back leg.

If you can hold your foot and heel on the floor, four inches from the wall, then you have good flexibility in your calves and ankles. If you can, move your front foot four inches further back and try from there. If you can still touch your knee to the wall, you have a very good amount of flexibility in your calf and ankle. If not, you should focus on this particular stretch.

Hips / Lie on your back, knees bent. Raise one leg up, leaving the other bent and on the ground. Cross the ankle of the raised leg over the other thigh and pull on the back of your bent leg. If you can’t reach the back of your leg, that’s a sign of poor flexibility.

If any of these tests reveal a lack of flexibility, a good place to start is by turning that movement into a regular stretch. From there, the point of discomfort will move farther and farther into the range of motion.

How To: Aging Exuberantly!

SOURCE: nytimes.com (edited)

An 86-year-old author has a few rules to live by even when the trials of getting older make it easy to complain. A new book: “The Swedish Art of Aging Exuberantly: Life Wisdom from Someone Who Will (Probably) Die Before You” provides an 86-year-old author’s best advice on how to make life worth living, no matter your age.

The author acknowledges that aging is hard, noting you can’t stop the passing of time and its effects on your body, but you can work to keep a clear and positive mind: “You can be young upstairs in your head even if your joints creak,” says the author. Here are her top three tips.

Embrace kärt besvär

This Swedish phrase blends kärt, meaning “dear or cherished,” and besvär, which means “pain.” So, one kärt besvär might be paying your bills – an annoying obligation, but you’re still grateful that you have the money to pay. Or, it could be taking care of someone who is sick, and being glad you’re strong enough to do it.

As you get older, it’s easy to be frustrated and complain, but kärt besvär can help you live with joy. While the emotions of younger people often tend to be all positive or all negative, older people

are more able to experience joy “with a tear in the eye.”

Surround yourself with the young

This is the author’s simple definition of happiness: being around young people. Not only do they supply fresh ideas and perspectives, but hearing about their plans and prospects “is a way to stay in tune with the young person you yourself were at some point.”

There is research to suggest that as you age, especially if you’re starting to experience some cognitive decline, socializing with younger people who are mentally sharp can provide the type of stimulation that helps boost cognitive functioning.

Yet this blending of generations often doesn’t happen. Unfortunately, there’s quite a bit of age segregation in our culture. Ways to work around that include keeping your door (and fridge) open for grandchildren, if you have them nearby. Also, making an 8-minute phone call to a younger relative; volunteering to read to children at the library; or signing up for an organization like Big Brothers Big Sisters.

The author then offers this suggestion on how to keep young people around you: Just ask them questions. Listen to them. Give them food. Don’t tell them about your bad knee again.

To age exuberantly, you must actively recognize your “internalized ageism” that often says older people won’t change, and so forth and fight against it. Saying “yes” as often as you can is saying “yes” to life. Be curious and exploratory, be part of your community.

The author says the things she has said “yes” to, just when she was on the verge of saying no, are experiences that have made her life richer. Before she refuses something – a dinner, an art show, buying a leather jacket – she asks herself: “Is it that I can’t do it, or I won’t?” She concludes by saying to give it a try, whatever it is.

Self-Care Tips for Caregivers

SOURCE: Various

If you are a caregiver for a spouse or loved one, you know the responsibility that places on you. Depending on your specific situation it can be very stressful. Here are some self-care tips specifically for caregivers to help you get regularly refreshed and stay healthy.

Plan ahead and get organized /According to an article at aetna.org, before you begin your caregiving duties, it helps to get organized. Decide what tasks you can take on yourself or divide among willing family members. And identify what additional resources you’ll need, especially if you’re handling everything alone. Having a

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Ask for help / Experts recommend accepting offers of help, and giving those eager to lend a hand some ideas about how to help. You may find that removing just one item off your list can make all the difference when you’re feeling overwhelmed.

Establish your own emotional support system / It’s normal to experience a range of emotions as a caregiver, including sadness, guilt, frustration and anger. Find a support group or someone you trust who can relate and then compare tips and resources.

Find time to socialize and relax / Caring for

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someone can feel isolating at times. Remember it’s OK to give yourself permission to do the things that you enjoy. You can also find activities to do with your care recipient that don’t revolve around caregiving. Those small moments can raise your spirits and bring the two of you closer together.

Maintain your physical well-being / About 1 in 10 caregivers say their physical health has declined since taking on the role. Exercising can help. Start small by walking with a friend or signing up for a class at your local gym. If you can’t leave the house, do some gentle stretches or jog up and down the stairs. Not only will being active improve your health, it can also boost your mood.

Eat healthy food / Eating nutritious food at regular intervals leads to a healthy level of energy with fewer mood fluctuations, as well as an overall happier outlook and an improved ability to focus. If you’re pressed for time, assemble individual servings of nutritious food, such as almonds or cheese and crackers to eat on the go.

Get plenty of rest / You can’t care for someone else effectively if you’re tired. Find a bedtime routine that works for you so you can recharge for the next day. Here are a few steps you can take

to rest well: Avoid heavy meals before bedtime. Run a warm bath for yourself or read a book. And dim the lights and limit electronic devices late at night; artificial lights can confuse your internal clock.

Self-care is an essential part of ensuring you’ll be there for those who need you most. Here are additional resources that can help you get connected to services in your community:

• Eldercare Locator: A national service that helps caregivers get connected with local support and resources: https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/ About/Index.aspx

• National Respite Locator: If you’re looking for a short break from caregiving, this service helps you find respite care services in your community: https://archrespite.org/respitelocator

• Caregiver Action Network: A non-profit organization that provides educational materials, peer support and resources to caregivers: https:// www.caregiveraction.org/

• U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs: Check out what short-term and long-term care services the VA offers for veterans and their spouses: https://www.va.gov/GERIATRICS/pages/ Respite_Care.asp

Heart Questions to Ask Your Doctor

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According to AARP, nearly half of Americans have at least one of the three leading risk factors for heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. Yet too often, key heart risks go unchecked. Do you know where you stand when it comes to your risk for heart disease?

To continue our focus on heart health this month, American Heart Month, we want to provide you with four questions to ask your doctor about where you stand with your own heart health.

1. How’s my blood pressure?

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Forty percent of Americans don’t know their blood pressure numbers. In addition, 64 percent don’t know what those numbers mean, according to a 2019 survey from the American Medical Association and American Heart Association. Normal blood pressure is less than 120/80. If that top number is 120 to 129, that’s “elevated.” If the top number is 130 or higher, or the bottom number is above 80, that’s considered “high.” High blood pressure is often called a silent killer because it creeps up without symptoms. The only way to know if you have it is to get it measured.

2. What are my target cholesterol numbers, and how do I measure up?

A total cholesterol level under 200 is considered normal, but the best levels of heart-threatening low-density lipoproteins

(LDLs) and triglycerides depend on your age, gender and whether you have other heart risks like diabetes. No wonder half the people with high cholesterol in a recent study said they were confused about the best cholesterol level for them and how to get there.

Similar to high blood pressure, high cholesterol can come without warning. A cholesterol test – just a quick blood draw – will check your LDL levels, your high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or “good,”

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cholesterol levels and your triglycerides, which play a role in heart attack and stroke risk.

3. Can you refer me to a dietitian?

Fifty-nine percent of heart doctors say proper nutrition can improve heart health as much as medications do. But in a 2021 study, 71 percent of doctors admitted they refer fewer than 10 percent of their patients to a registered dietitian. If your doctor isn’t helpful, you can search for a dietitian in your area through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, at eatright.org.

The American Heart Association recommends a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins, including fish and legumes.

4. Is it time to see a cardiologist?

Your primary care doctor will likely refer you to a cardiologist if you have serious risk factors for heart disease. But speak up and ask about one if you have a family history of heart disease or a condition called hereditary cardiac amyloidosis, where specific abnormal proteins build up in the heart and other organs.

Risk Factors for Heart Disease (Source: CDC)

Key Risk Factors:

• High blood pressure

• High cholesterol

• Smoking

Other risk factors include:

• Diabetes

• Obesity

• Physical inactivity

• Family history

• A diet high in saturated fats, trans fat, and cholesterol

• Drinking too much alcohol

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• Rescue ID: 2023031 • Declawed: No

This girl of 10 years young. She needs a place to call home. She is on medication that she needs 2 times a day for seizures. You must live within an hour of the rescue in order to adopt. Apply at www.furryfeetrescue.com

Izzy

Jack Russell Terrier / Terrier / Mixed

• Female (spayed) • Adult • Medium

• Status: Available for Adoption • Species: Dog

• Rescue ID: 2022164 • Declawed: No

Izzy was found on the streets of Tennessee with a wound on her side. That is all healed and she is ready for her forever home. Seems great with people, not sure about other dogs. You must live within an hour of the rescue in order to adopt. Her adoption fee is $300. Apply at www.furryfeetrescue.com

Jayko

Foxhound / Bluetick Coonhound / Mixed

• Male (neutered) • Adult • Medium

• Status: Available for Adoption • Species: Dog

• Rescue ID: 2022240 • Declawed: No

Jayko is looking for a forever home. NO CATS. He would do great as an only dog. He loves his people. He would do great with another docile dog. You must live within an hour of the rescue in order to adopt. Apply at www.furryfeetrescue.com.

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Crate trained and housebroken. Enjoys her people - toys - couch time. She is a love bug with all humans. If you are looking to only have 1 this is your girl. Easy as pie - past the puppy stage which is a huge bonus! Visit our website to apply www.outcastrescue.com. You must be over 21 and live within 2 hours of the Lehigh Valley, PA area within NJ or PA (N exceptions!)

Saquon BARKley

Chocolate Labrador Retriever Breinigsville

Young • Male • Large

Characteristics: Friendly, Affectionate, Playful, Smart, Curious, Funny, Athletic

Coat Length: Short

Health: Vaccinations up to date, spayed / neutered.

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Meet Saquon BARKley

Saquon BARKley is a handsome Chocolate Lab approx 10 months old with lots of energy and he needs lots of room to run and explore. He’s very friendly and loving and will need to be cat tested yet and if there are other dogs in the home a meet and greet will need to be arranged

Please be aware that we are all volunteers and we do not pre-approve applications.

We are open every Saturday to the public from 10-2 to meet our dogs.

Dog adoptions will not take place during that 10-2 timeframe and applications will only be taken on our available dogs that day. Also please do not bring your own dogs during our Saturday open hours.

If unable to attend our Saturday open hours email dogadoptions@thesanctuarypa.org

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The loss of a spouse or partner can make you feel suddenly lost. But with proper support and care, you can start to re-build your life and find your way again. Here are some key steps that will help you start rebuilding your life after your partner’s death, because what you do during your grief can make a big difference in your healing

process. According to the National Institute on Aging these pieces of advice can help you start to feel whole again:

Nourish yourself

Some people lose interest in food while they’re grieving. If that’s how you feel, it’s important to remember that your body needs food to function – even if you don’t feel like it. Try to eat three healthy meals each day. Want some company? Ask a friend or family member to come over. Cooped up in the kitchen? Take a sandwich outside and eat it in a park. Don’t feel like cooking? Order take-out from your favorite restaurant and bring it home.

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Talk to friends and family

Your family and friends will take cues from you on if they should share memories about your spouse or partner. For example, they might not talk about your partner because they are afraid it could make you feel sad. But let your family and friends know that you want to talk. This is a wonderful way to heal and keep your partner’s memory alive.

Get connected to your religious or spiritual community

Many people lean on their faith during times of grief. You might find comfort in praying, talking to people in your religious organization, reading spiritual texts or listening to inspiring music. Many religious organizations stream their services online, if you prefer to listen at home.

Don’t forget about your doctor

You have to take care of yourself. This can be difficult, especially if you went to the doctor’s office with your partner. You should call your

doctor’s office and let them know about your loss. If your partner was the one who would remind you to make your appointments or pick up your medication, make sure you have everything you need from your doctor to stay on track.

See a grief counselor

Tell your doctor if you’re having trouble with everyday activities, like getting dressed or making meals, says the National Institute on Aging. They can refer you to a grief counselor, to help you work through your pain. You also might benefit from a grief support group. Religious groups, local hospitals, nursing homes or funeral homes might know where to find one.

Get your legal and financial paperwork organized

This can seem like an overwhelming task, especially if your partner was the one who mostly handled it. But now, you’re the one in charge. If you have a financial advisor or accountant, make an appointment to get your affairs in order. Talk to a lawyer about writing a new will or updating your advance care planning. Put all your joint property (like a house or car) in your name. See if you need to change your healthcare, life, car or homeowner’s insurance.

Wann

TOUCH OF DUTCH

Submitted by Larry Gradwohl

Wann des Wattche "Wann" net waer, Do waer's im Lewe net so schwer.

Ya, wann des Wattche "Wann" net waer, Do waer'n mer all schunn Millionaer. Der Yockel hett die Dreen gemacht, Ya, waer er g'schwinder gange.

Un hett der Hund sich net verseimt, Dann hett er'n Haas wull gfange. Die Mary hett en Mann verwischt, Wann sie der Frank hett g'numme; Sie hot gewiss zu lang gewaart, Eb net noch annre kumme.

Wie waer's so schee im kiehle Busch, Ya, wann's net waer fer Hecke;

Un wann mer aa ken Schlange hett, Do breicht mer net verschrecke.

Wie waer's im Summer doch so schee, Ya, wann's net waer fer's Schwitze;

Un wann's im Winder waermer waer, Noh breicht mer gaar net hitze.

En aldi Fraa was Grumbeer schaelt, Die hot so viel zu glaage, Weil die so dicke Schaale hen

Un aa so diefe Aage.

Mei liewi Fraa, do hoscht’s recht!

Un yuscht fer draa zu denke, Wie waer's wann an de Grumbeer-schteck

Die g'schaelte daede henke?

Un wann bei yedre Grumbeer noch

En Klumbe Butter waer, Do waer des Brode in de Pann

Gewiss net halb so schwer.

Un wann die Schunke un die Waerscht

Vun Baem so daede bamble, Do breicht mer aa net bei de Sei

Im Schtall so rum zu schtramble.

Ya, wann der Brunne waer voll Millich, Un voll mit Wei die Grick, Un Kisselschtee waer'n lauter Gold, Was waer des awwer'n Glick;

Do breicht mer nichs zu fiedre meh, Do breicht mer nichs zu schaffe;

Yuscht esse, schlofe'n ganzer Daag

Un bissel rum zu gaffe.

Un wann des Esse faddich waer, Do daed en mancher gucke

Fer ebber, as er dinge kennt

Fer's aa noch nunner schlucke.

Un wann mer's denne schlucke daet

Un vannehaer noch kaue, Die breichte aa noch ebber schunnscht

Fer's Esse zu verdaue.

'S iss nichs wie wann, un wann, un wann !

Was wiegt des Watt so schwer; Des waer gewiss en scheeni Welt, Wann's "Wann" net immer waer!

-John Birmelin

IfIf this little word, “if,” didn’t exist, Living here would not be so difficult. Yes, if this little word, “if,” didn’t exist, We would all be millionaires here.

Jakey would have caught the train, Yes, ‘if’ he would have moved faster. And ‘if' the dog was not late,

Then he would have caught a rabbit. Mary would have caught a man. If she would have taken Frank; Yes, she certainly waited too long Before she didn’t come to others.

How it would be so nice in the cool country, Yes, if it would not be for the underbrush; And if one would not have snakes, One would not need to be frightened there. How it would be still so nice in summer, Yes, if it would not be for the sweating; And if in winter it would be warmer,

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There would be a lump of butter, Then frying them in the pan

Would certainly be not half as difficult. And if the ham and sausage

Would dangle from trees, Then one also needs not go out with the pigs

To trample around in the stall with them.

Yes, if the spring [or well] would be full of milk, And the creek full of wine, And if pebble stones would be only gold, How this would be a fortune!

Then one would not need to feed animals, Then one would not need to work at anything; Just to eat, to sleep the whole day

And to stare around idly. And when the eating would be over, Then would many a person look For someone that he could hire, For the purpose of gulping it down. And if one would gulp it down for them, And before that also chew it, They would need also someone else

To digest the food.

There is nothing like if, and if, and if! How weighty this word is; This would be a beautiful world,

If this “if” would not always be [there]!

[Do you think Birmelin is using hyperbole here to critique our overuse of conditional statements starting with “If”? Instead, maybe we should follow the wisdom found in the serenity prayer: God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.

(This prayer was attributed to Reinhold Niebuhr in 1943, but others state it was from Winnifred Crane Wygal in something she had published in 1933. However, in other quotes by her, she attributed the ideas therein to Reinhold Niebuhr. She had been a student of his at Union Theological Seminary in New York.)]

Tucker’s Tales Puppet Theater Visits Slatington for Performance of Aesop’s Fables.

–The Northern Lehigh Recreation Authority is offering a new program for children ages 4 and up. Kid Culture will bring various children’s cultural and performing artists to Northern Lehigh. The program will kick off its 2023 season on Sunday, March 26th, 1:00pm at the Vigilant Fire Hall, 110 S. Walnut St., Slatington, with a performance of Aesop’s Fables by the nationally known Tucker’s Tales

Puppet Theater. Tucker’s Tales is a Philadelphia area based performing company founded in 1981. Co-directors Marianne and Tom Tucker have performed at puppet, folk, ethnic and street festivals, and at craft fairs, shopping centers, theaters and schools around the country. Audiences from small children to senior citizens have enjoyed the variety of styles skillfully displayed in their interesting

programs. The performance of Aesop’s Fables will center around 4 stories, each with a moral, featuring a fun cast of animals, including, The Tortoise & the Hare, The Fox & the Crow, The Ant & the Grasshopper and the Frog & the Ox. There is no cost for the program for children, but grown-ups are asked to make a $1 donation.

For more information on this and any of NLRA’s other programs and events, contact NLRA at nlrecauthority@gmail.com or call 484-633-0093.

Faith Alive Church

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Note of Thanks

The family of Sherrie Smith wishes to thank all those who sent cards and flowers during the difficult time of her loss to cancer. Your thoughts of concern and prayers were much appreciated.

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This month Adams Outdoor Advertising is working with local animal shelters to help pets find forever homes by displaying their images on digital billboards.

Shelters and animal rescues across the state are experiencing an increased number of strays and owner surrenders following what many called an adoption boom during the pandemic. Organizations like The Sanctuary at Haafville (Breinigsville, PA) and Peaceable Kingdom (Whitehall, PA) recognize the value Digital Out-Of-Home provides their

Remember When

photos by William “Becky” Beck

An early photo of Amey’s Garage in Cherryville in the 1960s. At the time, the garage was owned by George Sr & Delores Amey, who purchased the garage on Sept 30, 1955. Daryl & Pat Amey purchased the garage on April 30, 1976. Daryl has been working at Amey’s ever since his parents purchased the garage in 1955. Many thanks to Pat Amey for her help with the history of this photo.

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A line of cars is parked on the first row at the Route 45 Drive-In in Berlinsville (later called Becky’s) on one of the early years of opening the business at the present location in 1946. At that time, there weren’t any in-car speakers, only large speakers in front of the movie screen to listen to the double feature.

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Annual Basket Social @ Jerusalem Lutheran Church 500 Church Drive Palmerton (Trachsville) on Saturday March 11th from 9-2. Theme Baskets, Raffle, Bake sale. Home made soups ,filling, chow chow and apple butter. Come for lunch and try your luck. 3 baskets will have $25 hidden among the contents 610-681-5200 (2/16)

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Loving Life Child Care in Cherryville is currently hiring teachers and teacher’s aides. Full-time and part-time positions are available. We are a teaching daycare; our program is faith-based. Wages are competitive and based on the candidate’s experience/ education. Call 610-767-1910 for more information, or email maryl@ bethanywes.org.(4/6)

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Egyptian Sands Motel: Room for Rent: Private bath, maid service, all utilities included, clean, quiet, safe, $225/week or $675/month, call 610262-8050 or 610-392-2340 for details. (5/18)

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