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Sweet Ways to Celebrate the Valentine Spirit Norwood Couple Celebrates Sixty-Four Years and Counting BY CAITLIN FROST

Brandriff plans on teaching those interested how to make chocolate truffles, as well as giving a talk on the different types of chocolates: what to look for, the various intensities of dark chocolate, and books she recommends to learn more about the dessert. She will also explain how to make a ganache and how to roll and flavor it. At the end of the program, there will be a tasting.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day this year not by giving or receiving chocolates, but by making them yourself! Morrill Memorial Library will be hosting Maria Brandriff who will give a lecture on the making (and eating) of truffles. Brandriff, a native of Hamden, Connecticut, has spent most of her life baking desserts right out of her own kitchen.

“I love the fact that everyone smiles and are happy. People that come to the lecture want to be there, not because they have to be, but because they love chocolate,” Brandriff said.

“My interest in desserts started in childhood. My family is Ukrainian, and my mother always made tortes and cakes. I loved tasting them. When I started baking I wanted to learn,” Brandriff said. “I’ve always loved chocolate, and that’s what makes me different from my family. Ukrainians don’t usually do chocolate. It’s made me independent in how I approach dessert making.” The Assistant Director at the Cheshire Library in Connecticut, Brandriff is in charge of setting up lectures and programs, which inspired her to begin giving lessons herself to people who want to learn more about making chocolate. “Truffles, to me, are the best of the best. If you want something decadent, go with a truffle.

Of course, Valentine’s Day is not complete without flowers. An arrangement of decadent truffles goes great with a bouquet of flowers. And those roses that you might pick up? Be forewarned; roses aren’t always met with gratitude. “A lot of guys assume that girls want roses. But this is not always the case,” said Barbara Welch, a florist at Silver and Sage. Chocolatier Maria Brandriff is a self-taught chef inspired by Julia Child.

They’re really great,” Brandriff said. She received a Certificate of Gastronomy at the University of New Haven and in 2004, Bran-

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BY DAWN C. FITZGERALD Sixty four years ago, when Joe and Lorice Berry married and vowed to “love, honor and cherish for the rest of their lives,” they really meant it. Three grown children and three grandchildren later, the two are obviously still smitten with one another. She was from Boston’s South End- a hard working girl that would leave one job in hopes of a better paying position. He originated from Hudson, Mass. and upon completing high school, decided to become a sailor. He headed to Boston with a group of his buddies and joined the Navy. At the time there was a war going on and Joe decided he should do his part and sign up. Lorice got a job at the Navy Yard’s optical shop. The same one Joe began working at - fixing telescopes and binoculars. The two didn’t instantaneously fall in love, but there must’ve been a spark. According to Lorice, “It was New Year’s Eve, and I had no date.” She went out with Joe “because she wanted to go out.” Nothing more. They went to a restaurant and had

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dinner. Neither one drank so “We both had milk,” remembers Joe. Another thing the two had in common- neither had a car, so they walked around Boston, enjoying each other’s company. Was there a goodnight kiss? The two paused- neither one was sure, “I would’ve remembered,” stated Joe, suddenly positive in how the date ended. The two dated, and then Joe was sent overseas. “I hated to see him leave,” said Lorice. Momentarily, she seems to go relive that period, and a brief solemn look crosses her face before continuing. “It was tough.” They were engaged before he left, but without any fanfare. According to Lorice, “He never proposed, never got down on his knee, or any of that kind of stuff. We both just knew. We had been going together. We loved each other.” “She chased me for years,” a

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jovial Joe teased his wife. It was during World War II when Joe was shipped out- sent to Brooklyn onto California and eventually Japan. And how did the two communicate without Skype, texting or cell phones? We “wrote letters,” the two stated. “We were in love,” declares Lorice. Imagine waiting almost a week to hear whether or not your loved one was safe. Joe returned to Boston and was discharged in 1947. The two were married February 16, 1947. “It was a beautiful day," the two say almost simultaneously. “The sun was out…it was so warm,” reminisces Joe. The wedding was small. "My Dad said just have family, no friends,” says Lorice. There were approximately one hundred people that watched the happy couple tie the knot on that unusually warm February day. They began married life in Boston’s South End, living with Lorice’s parents. At the time, Joe had no job having just been dis-

Then and Now: The wedding day of Joe and Lorice Berry February 16, 1947. Almost 64 years later, the happy couple shown at Norwood’s Senior Center, January 19, 2011

charged from the service. Eventually, he began working with dark room based photography. In 1955, the two moved to Norwood. “We heard about the town from my brother,” says Lorice. Joe worked as a photographer for one company for over thirty years. During a severe snowstorm, he informed his boss that he wouldn’t make it into work. In turn, Joe was

told, “not to come in” and lost his job. The couple hit a rough patch. Their canned goods stockpile began depleting. But Joe and Lorice didn’t despair. At 55, a now gray-haired Joe interviewed at GTE. They were hesitant on hiring the aging gentleman, but eventually relented “Because of what he had to say,” says a proud Lorice. “He worked hard.” Ten years later, Joe retired. In the

years since, they have traveled and enjoyed each other’s company. The two can now be found daily visiting Norwood’s Senior Center, where Lorice has learned to play a mean game of pool. What’s the happily married couple’s recipe for success? “You have to overlook a lot of things,” says Lorice. “If there’s something you don’t like, forget about it…over look it.” And Joe agrees.

The Great Debaters to be Featured at Norwood Retired Library’s Monday Night at the Movies Men's Club to Hold Luncheon February 8th The February 8 Tuesday meeting of the NRMC will be a Luncheon Dance for all the significant others to attend. The tickets are $25 a person. The time is noon and the place is the Norwood Elks. John

Rampino will be playing for your listening and dancing pleasure. For tickets call George Wallace (781) 326-9273 or Joe Cattafe (781) 769-4995.

Come to the Morrill Memorial Library on Monday, February 7 at 7 p.m. to watch The Great Debaters in celebration of Black History Month. Starring Oprah Winfrey and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington, who is also the director, The Great De-

baters is based on a true story about a professor at a small AfricanAmerican college in Texas who inspires his students to form the school’s first debate team that goes on to challenge Harvard in the national championship.

Sign up for this free film at the library Information desk or call (781) 769-0200, x222. Our Monday Night at the Movies series is made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Library. The library is accessible to people with disabilities.

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If you have not been to the Blue Hills Ski Resort lately, you can no longer say you have experienced Blue Hills. Three years ago, Ski Blue Hills Management, LLC took over the local ski area and have since made many significant updates to virtually every aspect of the resort. Since 2008, they have improved the lifts and snowmaking abilities, updated the kitchen and menu selections and applied many overall physical facelifts to the lodge.

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Word of these improvements has spread among outdoor athletes and their response has proved positive to those improvements. According to General Manager Kristin Orozovich, attendance has risen steadily since their purchase.

And if you really want to impress, let the florist design an arrangement for you. Usually it’s something a little more exotic and is sure to be something more unique than what you could’ve thought out yourself.

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Add some homemade truffles, and you’ve got yourself a memorable way to express your love. For more information on Maria Brandriff’s talk on chocolates, sign up at the library information desk, or call (781) 769-0200 x222. The program is free, but space is limited.

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Norwood Health Department Reminds Residents February is American Heart Month Free Blood Pressure Screenings Regularly Offered BY CAITLIN FROST Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the US, and in honor of National Heart Month, Norwood’s Health Department stresses the importance for every individual to take responsibility for reducing their personal risk factors for heart disease.

“It’s a one-on-one touch with the community, which is already closely knit. We not only take blood pressure, we help patients follow up with their doctors and listen to their [personal] scenarios. We’ve gotten to know a lot of patients,” said Director of Public Health Sigalle Reiss. “Our clinics are underutilized,”

Town members have the opportunity to come, have their blood pressure checked, are able to speak with a nurse and become educated to know how to stay healthy. Public Health Nurse Karen Regan has served Norwood for over three years, cultivating relationships with the patients she sees and looking out for their wellbeing.

Clinics are held on the first Monday of each month from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm and the first Wednes-

A complete list of clinic times and locations is available at the Norwood Health Department and on the town website (www.norwoodma.gov). Feel free to contact the Health Department at (781) 762-1240 if you should have any further questions.

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According to the American Heart Association (AHA), adults should have their blood pressure checked on a regular basis.

Norwood Health Department currently runs seven clinics each month in Norwood, and in an effort to monitor those who are trying to reduce their condition, the Health Department offers free blood pressure screening clinics.

High blood pressure can be easily treated by making simple lifestyle changes, and the Health Department does what it can to educate the residents about heart disease, and information can be found

in pamphlets and on the bulletin boards outside the Health Department’s office, which is located on the ground floor of the town hall in room five. Additional information can be found on the town website, www.norwoodma.gov.

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Risk factors for heart disease include, but are not limited to, high cholesterol, smoking, diabetes, obesity, and physical inactivity, with high blood pressure being the single most significant risk factor.

A health assessment survey, conducted by the Norwood Health Department, concluded that 28% of town residents had been diagnosed with high blood pressure.

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Butter Cafe and Bakery Dishes up International Delight Norwood residents do not need to board a plane or travel abroad to experience a little slice of European cuisine. For the past year, The Butter Cafe and Bakery in Walpole has been dishing up customers an eclectic flair of European and American fare and continues to evolve its menu with delectable treats and hearty meals. Chef and proprietor Steve Butters and his wife and chef Rebecca Newell Butters have combined their extensive culinary backgrounds and training to create a cafe that stands out not only for its diverse comfort American and international choices, but with a quality that is rarely seen in today's convenient world of fast food. Everything, yes everything, in their store is prepared on the premises from original ingredients. That includes the bread and rolls served in their sandwiches, pastries, cookies, Above: Butter Cafe and Bakery displays their large variety of tasty pastries and breads. lunches and their take-and-bake Below: Norwood native, Chef Steve Butters stands in front of his Butter Cafe and Bakery located in Walpole. Restaurant in Boston and is a regmeals. Even the soups are created ular guest on TV Diner with Billy from original ingredients with Costa. She was also awarded top bones brought in daily to create honors for her creative culinary their stocks. creations on the Food Network "Our quality is all from scratch, show "CHOPPED." not prefabricated ingredients," In addition to Butters' expert Butters said. "Everything is made hand in the kitchen, he also emfrom base level. We don't cut any ploys a broad and experienced corners here." kitchen staff to assist with his Butters, a Norwood native, multi-cultural cuisine. Their head serves an extensive resume for his baker is from Denmark and creates customers, including an education authentic Danish pastries and at the Cambridge School of Culicookies and his culinary graduates nary Arts and numerous chef posiprepare unique American cuisine tions in well-known Boston to expand their varied menu and restaurants, such as Metropolis nicely blend both their cultural inCafe, Aquitaine and the Union Bar fluences. and Grille. Newell-Butters is an "When those two come together, executive chef at the Bee Hive

we have some really great products, such as American style chocolate, chocolate brownies and fine European pastries," Butters said. This charming local shop is an ideal location to enjoy a cup of coffee over the morning paper or as a work retreat while utilizing the complimentary WIFI. Of course, it is hard to resist the tempting display of assorted sweets, Danish cookies and pastries, decadent cupcakes, such as red velvet, Boston crĂ¨me pie and lemon and coconut, delicious cookies, and a fan favorite, their signature red velvet whoopee pies. For a heartier meal, breakfast is served all day and the luncheon menu offers pressed sandwiches, traditional sandwiches, such as tuna, chicken and roast beef and specialty lunches like the homemade hummus wrap, the shrimp po' boy and the Nicoise on baguette. There is also a grilled menu with hamburgers and steamed hotdogs, soups and salads and specialty dishes such as Sicilian style pizza, steak tips and quiche du jour. No time to cook? No problem! Butter Cafe and Bakery also provides an array of homemade frozen soups, freshly baked bread and a rotating selection of premade family meals, such as soups, chicken pot pie, lasagna and gourmet pasta salads. In addition to the bakery, Butter Cafe and Bakery also operates a full-service catering business, with or without a wait staff, serving items from their regular menu, or working with customers to customize their selections. They have experience catering white glove events and weddings and can also accommodate themed parties such as clambakes and pig roasts. Many of the Butter Cafe and Bakery goods can also be purchased at many New England locations, including, Pemberton Farms, Polumbos Market, High Street Market, many Roche Bros. stores and farm stands around the greater Boston area. Butters Cafe and Bakery is located at 935 East St. (corner of Rtes. 1A and 27), Walpole Center, and is open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Their menus and full descriptions of their cuisine can be found on their website at www.buttercafeandbakery.com.

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100-Year-Old Boy Scout Troop Gears Up for Scout Sunday BY CAITLIN FROST Troop 42 is the 8th oldest Boy Scout troop in the country. With 28 boy scouts and 25 leaders, the troop celebrated its 100th anniversary in December of last year. Sponsored by the First Congregational Church, the troop runs year long, from September to August, and is full of ski trips, canoeing expeditions, and camping excursions. The church provides the scouts a place to meet, helps them organizationally and financially. But the boy scouts don’t just spend their time going on trips. The boys, ages 11 to 18, complete several community service acts throughout the year. They help out Abundant Table, the weekly meals given by the Congregational Church, and each scout must complete a service project in order to become an Eagle Scout. “What people don’t know is that [the Boy Scouts] are entirely troop run. Adults give guidance and make sure the rules are followed, but the boys plan their own things. They plan the trips they want to

Troop 42 just celebrated their 100th anniversary in the Boy Scouts of America.

not limited to, carpentry, tracking, camping, communications, fire safety, and Indian lore. Adam Sicklick was one scout who recently completed his community service project on his way to become an Eagle Scout. McLintock: District Finance Coordinator Tom Mclintock shows the progression of scouting ranks.

take and the badges they want to earn,” said Scoutmaster David Hajjar. In 2010, scouts throughout the district earned over 5,000 merit badges, collected over 60,000 pounds of food for the hungry and performed over 35,000 hours of service for 41 communities in 180 towns. Parents and volunteers help

scouts by teaching Merit Badges. The scouts held their Court of Honor on January 16, at which they were recognized for earning merit badges and advancing in rank. Four scouts advanced to Life Scouts, which took almost two years to complete. This rank immediately precedes Eagle Scout. Badges earned included, but were

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February will be a big month for the troop. In addition to a winter trip which will include skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing, the troop will help out the Abundant Table. February 6th is official

“[For me] as an adult, it’s about watching the boys grow and mature by doing and learning things in Boy Scouts. When they’re younger, they like looking up to the older boys. When they’re older, they teach the younger ones as they were taught. Done correctly, it’s a good program,” Hajjar said.

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Hearing Care Center Promotes American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day® Hearing Care Center, located in Cobb’s Corner in Sharon, is joining the Better Hearing Institute and the American Heart Association in promoting American Heart Month in February and National Wear Red Day® on February 4, 2011. Hearing Care Center wants to raise awareness of the threat that heart disease poses and of the connection between cardiovascular health and hearing health.

As part of its outreach efforts, Hearing Care Center is urging people with heart disease to get their hearing checked. Their licensed and certified audiologists are available by appointment to do comprehensive hearing evaluations. “Heart disease is the No. 1 killer in the United States,” says Dr. Paul Milner, the owner of Hearing Care

Center. “At Hearing Care Center, we want to help raise awareness of the serious threat it poses to each of us personally and to inform people of the connection between heart health and hearing health. We urge women and men alike to know their risks and to take action today to protect their heart—and hearing—health.” The inner ear is extremely sensitive to blood flow. Studies have shown that a healthy cardiovascular system—a person’s heart, arteries, and veins—has a positive effect on hearing. Conversely, inadequate blood flow and trauma to the blood vessels of the inner ear can contribute to hearing loss.

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mushy, gushy, lovey, dovey word’s he could say aloud. I swear every year the card got bigger and bigger. My mother and I would always joke about the yearly behemoth card she received and wonder- would this be the year that its mere heft would somehow crush the television set it resided upon.

I am not the warm and fuzzy type. Never have been, never will be. My husband is the same way. We are not the picturesque couple holding hands, skipping through meadows. We don’t write each other sonnets proclaiming our love- actually I’d bet that hubby wouldn’t know what a sonnet was, let alone how to write one- and I’m okay with that.

In addition to the billboard sized card my mom received. My dad would present, “his girls” with earrings. Always symbolizing what was not often said. One year there were gold Claddaghs which for Irish folk symbolize love, friendship, and loyalty- qualities “his girl’s had”. Another year, heart shaped earrings- saying what he always thought and we always knew. I still have those earrings tucked away. I wear them every year on Valentine’s Day- missing him while secretly showing everyone how he “hearted” me.

We both come from Irish Catholic families where a light punch in the shoulder followed by the utterance of “you’re a great kid” was enough proclamation of love to last a few weeks. I remember my grandmother and mother had what we called the “Flynn Flinch”. You’d go in for the kiss on the cheek and due to “the Flinch” ultimately planted one closer to the ear. It wasn’t that they weren’t receptive, it was just the way they were. And years later, the memory of my mother’s face twitching right before the big smooch was planted is one of my kids’ favorite tales.

On the very rare occasion that my husband and I display a tiny amount of P.D.A. (public display of affection) it s to the “eews” and “ughs” of my three kids. God forbid we actually kissed in public; my kids would probably be traumatized for life. Because hubby and I are not squishy, romantic, P.D.A. people, Valentine’s Day can present quite the conundrum. The cards line the shelves dripping with sentiment about “lovers for life” and “forever, always and true” which for a

The “Flynn Flinch” has skipped my generation. And my husband and kids are grateful for that. When I was a kid, on Valentine’s Day, my father would present my mother with the biggest card he could find, containing all the

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gal like me, sends my gag reflex into overdrive. Usually I’ll get the hubby two cards, one with a bit of squishy sentiment, the other funny. He’ll also get something with Reese’s because that’s what he loves. Don’t get me wrong cards gushing with sappy sentiment are great for some. But for this gal, it’s not just the words on the paper but the day to day actions that speak even louder. The warning to drive safely on the snow covered road. The run to the store for ginger ale and popsicles in the middle of the night because after a nasty flu bug that was what I could hold down. Offering to let my sick mother move in with her smelly dog in an already very cramped chaotic house. To me-

this is what love is all about. And it can’t be summed up in a squishy card. The year I was pregnant with our first child-hubby and I were working full time jobs while decorating the baby’s room and running around picking out furniture. I remember Tommy kept the baby’s room door closed declaring “he didn’t want the paint fumes affecting me”. On Valentine’s Day, he opened the door to present me with a beautiful rocker. One he had lovingly chosen, sanded and finished himself. The thought that he picked this out for our baby, had worked so hard on it -secretly in our basement. Well, between the raging hormones and the sentiment I think I cried for a week. Note, in addition to not being warm and

fuzzy, I’m not normally a crier either. That rocker now sits in my hallway, covered in clothes. Dust bunnies surround its legs, cobwebs entwined within its spindles. Always a reminder of what love is to me. Every year my husband gives me flowers for Valentine’s Day. And there is always a card, not billboard sized, but just right. It isn’t normally something filled with tons of squishy sentiment. And I’m okay with that as long as I see the “Love Tommy” signature. And that proclamation will keep me for a long while. Dawn C. Fitzgerald is a freelance writer and columnist. She’d love to hear your comments at dawncfitz@yahoo.com

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Pictured left to right: Delia Bartucca, Mia Phillips, Alyssa Naumann, Christina MacKenzie, Pendred Noyce (author), Olivia Haglund, Meghan Quinn, Meghan Pagliuca, Laura McAuliffe, Aislinn Keady, Diane Pagliuca (missing: Jessica Krall and Francesca Devingo)

The Sunshine Book Club may sound like the name of a literary group of Florida Snowbirds, but the average age of participants in this book club is much younger than one would initially imagine. This admirable literary group is comprised of ten-year old Norwood residents. And if fifth graders sharing their love of books and reading is not impressive enough, the real surprise is to learn that they started their club at the ripe young age of six. This ambitious and curious group of Cleveland School students meet once a month at the Morrill Memorial Library. Their format is very similar to an adult book group, choosing varying

genres of books, discussing characters, scrutinizing plots and relating experiences. In earlier years, the book choices and initial dialog was facilitated by parent coordinator Diane Pagliuca, but today, these young girls introduce their own selections and just about run their own program. “Some books have discussion questions, but sometimes they [girls] just run with it,” Pagliuca said. “They discuss connections with their lives and how they relate to the book.” “We write down things in our notebooks and my mom sometimes prints out a sheet and I sometimes look online for questions, ten-year old club member

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Calendar of Events February 1 Board of Selectmen Meeting, 7-9 p.m., Town Hall of Norwood, 566 Washington Street.

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February 7 Film: The Great Debaters in celebration of Black History Month, part of Monday Night at the Movies series sponsored by Friends of the Library. 7 p.m. at the Morrill Memorial Library. Sign up for this free film at the library information desk or by calling (781) 769-0200, x222.

February 12 Father Daughter Valentine Dance, Norwood Civic Center, 6-8 p.m., dance for all Dads, uncles, Grandpas and more. $10/ couple, $5 each additional person. Tickets available at Norwood Recreation Dept, 165 Nahatan St. Call (781) 762-0466.

February 8 norwood retired Men’s Club luncheon Dance, Norwood Elks Lodge, 12 Noon. Significant others welcome. Music by John Rampino. $25 pp. Contact George Wallace (781) 326-9273 or Joe Cattafe (781) 769-4995 for tickets. Board of Selectmen Meeting, 7-9 p.m., Town Hall, 566 Washington Street. February 9 Chocolate@your library!, Morrill Memorial Library, 7 p.m., Chocolatier Maria Poirier Brandiff will demonstrate the basics of truffle-making and talk about the varieties of chocolate. Samples available! Class size limited to 50; registration required. Sign up at the information desk or call (781) 769-0200, x222. February 11-13 national Pet adoption weekend. Meet some kitties

February 13 “Pops in love” 3 p.m. - Pops Concert, Foxboro High School, Foxboro February 15 Board of Selectmen Meeting, 7-9 p.m., Town Hall, 566 Washington Street. February 18 Deadline for norwood youth Soccer intramural registration. Season starts April 9. Register online at http://www.norwoodsoccer.com Cost: $60-$65. February 22 Board of Selectmen Meeting, 7-9 p.m., Town Hall of Norwood, 566 Washington Street. February 25 nashoba Valley tubing Through the Norwood Civic Center, Grades 6-10, 12-4 p.m., $40, Departs from the Civic Center, Contact Norwood Recreation Department, (781) 762-0466.

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Page 12 BlUe Valentine (r) Starring Ryan Gosling, Michelle Williams, John Doman, Mike Vogel, and Maryann Plunkett. Gosling and Williams play a toxic married couple. Williams has long since fallen out of love with her husband, whom she views as a slacker unwilling to meet his full potential. Exasperation hangs over their every conversation, the couple barely trying to mask the frustration and anger that has seeped into the cracks of their marital shell. Soon after we meet them, Gosling and Williams can be seen burying the family dog, who -- in a metaphor for their deceased relationship -- has been struck dead by a vehicle and left to rot on the side of a country road. Distraught over the loss of the family pet, and perhaps sensing that he has one last shot to win his wife's affections, Gosling suggests a romantic evening in an out-of-town motel. But while en route to the tacky love nest - and all during the couple's painfully unpleasant stay - we learn greater details about the jealousy, distrust, disappointments, and fears that have come to surround the couple and realize their personal issues no longer can be fixed. The film truly captures the last gasps of a broken marriage that has been running on fumes for

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ESOL Students Give Back to the Community with Coat Drive puter lessons to local immigrants. As part of their educational goals, students are asked to volunteer with a charity organization at least twice year. Past activities include raising over $350 for the Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund through the American Red Cross and making food donations to the Norwood Food Pantry. Not only do the students learn English, but they also learn the American way of giving back.

On Friday, January 7, 2011 the students at Norwood Adult English for Speakers of Other Program Languages (NAESOL) participated in the Coats for Kids donation for the third consecutive year. Beginning in October 2010, students brought gently used coats to the school for the Anton’s Cleaners-sponsored charity, which provides warm coats for children and adults in the community. Students at NAESOL represent over 23 countries from Asia, Africa, Europe, South America and the Middle East. The school, located at 190 Vanderbilt Avenue in Norwood, provides free English and com-

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T H E P E T PA G E BAY STATE ANIMALS Pets of the Month Bay State Animal Cooperative Says Have a Heart for February

NEW Pet section starting next month: “Ask the Shelter.” Send in your questions via email to baystateanimalcooperative@yahoo.com and check the Pet Pages for our response. The goal of this section is to help pet owners or those considering adoption get helpful answers to their questions. Check in monthly. BE THEIR VALENTINE!!!! Open your heart to these special creatures and consider adoption now. Join Shelters around the country as we celebrate National Pet Adoption Weekend- February 11th-13th The kitten season has come to a close, and we are aggressively seeking adoptive parents for our teenage, adult and special needs cats. Consider any one or more of these cats to join your family. Friday, February 11 through Sunday, February 13th we will be presenting many of these cats at our adoption center at the PetsMart Store in Brockton, daily between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Visit us at www.baystateanimals.org, and complete an application and let the browsing begin! All cats available for adoption NOW. In celebration of this National Adoption Weekend, we will

Cassie & Company: Cassie has a microchip, but her owners never registered her. Felv positive, this old girl needs a forever home soon.

have drawings and chocolate roses available when you make a donation to our cause. An Extra Special Valentine Seeking Immediate/Emergent Foster Care or Forever Home Cassie is an older, short haired, feline leukemia (Felv) positive girl looking for a home without cats or with other feline leukemia cats. Her coat is a beautiful solid gray charcoal color. She is cur-

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rently residing in a crate awaiting her real home opportunity. Though she gets basic care and love daily, she wants and deserves more. Cassie was rescued from a driveway this winter and appeared to be suffering from dehydration and an upper respiratory infection. After seeking veterinary care and being diagnosed with Felv, the mission to find her a permanent place to reside has become emergent and difficult to say the least. Cassie has a microchip, but since it was never registered, the owners have been unreachable. Consider Cassie for yourself or for an elderly relative who can give her companionship for the remainder of her feline life. To learn more about Cassie, contact us at our email address. To adopt a cat through Bay State Animal Cooperative, Inc. visit us at www.baystateanimals.org and download an application. Email additional inquiries and questions to baystateanimalcooperative@yahoo.com. Volunteers, donations always welcome. Donations can be mailed to; BSAC, Inc., 47 Windsor Rd., Norwood, Ma. 02062, this is not a shelter or rescue facility, corporate address only.

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Pets for Adoption These pets currently reside at our adoption center at PetsMart in Brockton, 607 Belmont St. These kitties are 4-5 months old. They were both rescued from a junkyard and are looking for a forever home. They are very sweet and get along well with other cats. ple and loves to be held. She can tolerate other cats but needs to be given time to accept others. She loves to be brushed.

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Sassy This female "torte"is a cat's cat. Sassy would like to live with other cats as this gives her comfort. She is very shy and skittish to humans and as a result was not adopted in her kitten months. She is just over a year old. Because she was removed from the wild at a young age, she had already developed a slight wariness for humans. She has since trusted her caretakers and will learn to trust and love her new forever home if given that opportunity. We would seriously consider a long-term foster care option for this precious cat as she deserves to get into a home environment as soon as possible.

almost indistinguishable from one another. They are both 8-monthold black short-haired male cats. Curious George is curious, very friendly and loves to play. His favorite toy is a tennis ball like his brother Shy Guy. He will want to sleep on the bed with you at night. Shy Guy is really not that shy, just less outgoing than his brother Curious George. He is a sweet, gentle, playful boy. Both Curious George and Shy Guy will give you Eskimo kisses. He and his brother Shy Guy have been raised in a wonderful foster home.

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Valentine's Day Travel Ideas Romantic getaways have long been a part of Valentine's Day. Couples often use the holiday as a time to escape the hustle and bustle of the daily grind and travel to more romantic locales.

If you own one of those historic homes, have you thought about its historical significance, its previous owners, its construction date, its architectural period?

Ski Resort A skiing trip for two can often be had for a very affordable price. Two days on a snowy mountain and two nights in front of a warm fire can be just the romantic respite couples need, and there's likely a nearby ski resort that offers affordable rates and possibly even some Valentine's Day deals.

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Vineyard While February might not be the ideal time for those in colder climates to tour wine country, couples who live in regions where winter isn't so bad might enjoy a weekend getaway to a local vineyard. Vineyard towns are often home to cozy bed and breakfasts, which make an ideal place for couples to enjoy a romantic getaway.

Beach February is an ideal time to escape harsh winter weather and enjoy some fun in the sun at a nearby beach resort. Couples who plan in advance can often secure cheap flights and might even get an affordable travel package that includes airfare and hotel. And while the beach might not be as ro-

Old House Secrets – Inventory Forms New England’s small-town charm is due, thanks in great part, to iconic white churches and numerous historic homes. According to public record Franklin has over 475 single family homes built before 1900. The town has 42 homes built before 1800.

For cost-conscious couples, romantic getaways to Paris or Prague might not fit this year's budget. But couples looking for a more affordable weekend getaway can still get enough romance without breaking the bank.

Couples looking for an affordable Valentine's Day getaway might find a nearby vineyard is just what they had in mind.

mantic as Paris, it's certainly warmer and might be just the getaway couples need to recharge and enjoy some time together.

Take To The Air For couples who don't have the time to travel, plan a day that includes traveling without leaving town. Couples who live in or near a major metropolis can book a helicopter tour of the city, which should end with the helicopter touching down in the city, where couples can then go enjoy a romantic meal for two.

Cruise When couples think of cruises, chances are they think of 10-day trips through the Mediterranean. However, cruise lines commonly offer two day cruises that are much more affordable and often make for a great getaway for couples too busy to commit to a longer trip or too cost-conscious to commit to a longer, more expensive cruise. Couples looking for a romantic getaway this Valentine's Day can still enjoy such a trip without breaking the bank.

One of the best ways to explore your home’s history is to look for previously completed research. The Franklin Historical commission has inventory forms on file for historical homes and other types of structures in their respective towns. Prepared for the Massachusetts State Historical Commission as part of their inventory of historic homes in the Bay State, the forms are often used as part of an application for a National Register designation. Each survey form contains a photo of the historic home (at the time the survey was completed), as well as information on the approximate date built, a list of architectural details, and a description of its historical significance. Recently completed forms contain more detailed information and are often the work of professional consultants. Less detailed earlier forms were frequently done by local volunteers. Also, not all historic homes have been surveyed. Has My House Been Surveyed? It takes just two minutes to determine that answer. The Massa-

Boston College High School Announces 150th Anniversary Plans

School Colloquium in July of 2012; a joint outdoor Mass with Boston College at Fenway Park; and a convocation in September 2014.

President William Kemeza is pleased to announce that Boston College High School will celebrate its 150th anniversary as The Jesuit school of Boston. “We will host a Sesquicentennial Celebration from July of 2012 through September of 2014,” said Kemeza, “we want to celebrate our extraordinary transformation from a small school for the sons of Irish immigrants in 1863 to one of New England’s outstanding high schools.”

"Our goal is to plan a comprehensive sesquicentennial celebration,” said Bulger, “that is inclusive of students, faculty, staff, parents and alumni, as well as friends of Boston College High School. We welcome input as we continue to outline plans for this special celebration."

To oversee the effort, Kemeza has appointed Robert F. Walsh ’59 and Gregory E. Bulger ’68 as the Sesquicentennial Anniversary CoChairs. These men have assembled a Planning Committee consisting of members of the Board of Trustees, staff, faculty and alumni.

groundwork for the next 150 years; we want to remember that BC High was founded as a school for immigrants; we want to recognize the contributions of BC High graduates to the City of Boston; and that we are The Jesuit school of Boston.”

The committee has begun shaping the Anniversary plans, keeping in mind, said Walsh, “that we want to celebrate the first 150 years of our history while laying the

Plans are still in the works for major events proposed for the Sesquicentennial Celebration but a few highlights of the schedule will be the International Jesuit High

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President Kemeza said he looked forward to the 150th anniversary and to the opportunity it affords Boston College High to celebrate

chusetts Historical Commission maintains an online database called the Massachusetts Cultural Resource Information System (MACRIS). By searching this database you can determine if your house has already been surveyed. Go to http://www.sec. state.ma.us/mhc/ and choose the link "Search MACRIS database." Enter your town name and street name where appropriate. Next, select “Building” under “Resource Types.” Press “Next” one final time and you will be given a list of surveyed historical homes on your street. Finding the Inventory Form Currently MACRIS is just an index and does not yet contain the actual inventory forms. MHC is currently engaged in a multi-year project to scan and put online all inventory forms and National Register nominations. Photos and inventory forms should start to appear in the redesigned MACRIS database in the next several months. In the meantime, however, if you have identified that an inventory form for your house exists, you will likely find a copy of the actual form in your local library or town hall. If for some reason you can’t find it in either location, you can contact your local historical commission. The Massachusetts Historical Commission can also be contacted for copies by calling (617) 727-8470 or email at mhc@sec.state.ma.us. Marian Pierre-Louis is the New England House Historian. Follow on her blog http://NEHouse Historian.blogspot.com its history and its service to Boston and the wider community." Our celebration will give us the opportunity to reflect on how we have evolved over the decades, to give thanks for God’s blessings, and rededicate ourselves to the educational and religious vision that has animated BC High since its founding in 1863," said Kemeza. Boston College High School is a Jesuit, Catholic, college-preparatory school for young men founded in 1863. The school enrolls approximately 1500 students from more than 100 communities in eastern Massachusetts. For more http://www.bchigh.edu

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Winter Farmers Market Brings Locally Grown to Nearby Walpole BY CAITLIN FROST This is the first year Walpole has hosted a Winter Farmer’s Market, and so far they’ve received an appreciative response. “It grows each week; there’s a steady flow of people. People really enjoy it. They love to buy local, direct from the farm, and there is something for everyone. I’ve never seen anyone leave without something,” said co-market manager Stephanie Mercandetti. The winter market is very much like the summer farmer’s market that Walpole, and Norwood, host each year.

Plenty of locally grown produce can be found at the Winter Market.

“There was so much momentum from the summer that sponsors and patrons wanted to extend it through the winter months,” said Mercandetti.

Purchase tote bags made of naturally sustainable materials to carry all that produce home.

Located in the VFW in Walpole, the market consists of primarily locally-grown and locally-made products. Most vendors are from Massachusetts, though there are a few from bordering states, such as Rhode Island and Vermont. Auntie B’s Farm from Cumberland, Rhode Island, harvests honey and produces all-natural honey and honey-related products such as soap, candy, honey straws, and more. The Big Sky Bakery, from Newton Center, Mass., bakes a multitude of pastries and cakes and carries two lines of breads and a wide variety of baked goods. Fior D’Italia Pasta and Cheese Company, from Manchester Center, Vermont, also shows up and provides handmade fresh pastas and sauces, something you’re sure to want to stock up on during the cold winter months.

them to support the local agricultural communities in the area. This is the first year for the winter market in Walpole, as it was the first year for the summer market. Mercandetti expresses her wishes that the market will continue to grow and expand. Don’t shop for just food; a number of crafts can also be found, such as soaps and candles.

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Each week you can find anywhere from 10 to 15 vendors that sell baked goods, vegetables, and other produce. However, because of the cold, produce can be scarce, so Walpole supplements its winter market with crafts. In addition to purchasing homemade pastas and sauces, cheeses and vegetables, you can also find candles, soap, jewelry, scarves, handmade doll clothes, and tote bags made from natural, sustainable materials. Walpole’s Farmer’s Market hopes to educate the public about the nutritional and economic benefits of buying locally grown food directly from the farmers and for

“I think really the benefit is for the folks to buy local and direct from the farm,” she said.

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Norwood Sports Norwood Youth Soccer Deadline February 18th Norwood Youth Soccer would like to announce the intramural registration deadline is February 18, 2011. Late fees of $10 and placement on a wait list occurs after that date. NYS reserves the right to close any age group at any time due to roster restrictions.

Boys and girls youth high school age soccer sign-ups are now open and placed on a wait list until a team is formed. Travel sign-ups are now wait-listed. Everyone’s season starts April 9, 2011. Register online at www.norwoodsoccer.com.

Norwood High Girls’ Hockey Team Off to a Great Start BY ALI MALOOF Co-Captain NHS Class of 2011 The Norwood High School Girls’ Hockey team is off to a fantastic start to the season. After losing in the first round of the tournament last year to Winchester, we’ve bounced back strongly and are currently undefeated at 80. For the first time in several years we defeated our biggest rival, Walpole High, by a score of 3-1.

The three senior captains - Lisa Coskren, Taylor Donners, and Ali Maloof – have had first place on their minds since the season began and we have a strong group of players focused on getting there. We are much improved from last year, with help from several freshmen, including center Emily Kelly and defenseman Colleen Glaser. Sophomore goalie Christina Frasca has been a stone wall in the net. Come support us as we make our journey through the season!

Norwood High School Music Events NHS Jazz Classic, February 17 at the Coakley Middle School, 3:00-10:00pm. Up to ten local jazz bands will perform for adjudica-

ATHLETE OF THE MONTH Sponsored by Athletic Republic Sixteen year old sophomore Christina Frasca of Norwood High School is February's "Athlete of the Month". Her all around athletic ability has lead her and the Norwood Varsity Girl's Ice Hockey team to an outstanding 8-0 record this season. As a goalie, Christina has proven to be an exceptional leader. Head Coach Bill O'Donnell says of Christina "she is the backbone of this team, and has been one of the most consistent players". Christina is a three sport athlete excelling in hockey, field hockey, and lacrosse, all at the varsity level. She is a well rounded honors student who is a member of a variety of clubs including the National Honors Society and SADD. Christina is the daughter of

Cheryl and Michael Frasca, both of whom attended Norwood High School. She has one brother Mike, who was also a multisport athlete at Norwood High.

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Obituaries Carr, Robert, John, Jr. of Norwood, suddenly Jan. 1, 2011. Devoted son of Anne M. (O'Toole) Carr of Norwood and the late Robert John Carr Sr. Loving father of Neil L. Carr. Beloved brother Michael Carr and his wife Amy of Norwood, Patty Wolfe and her husband Jeff of Stoughton. Cherished uncle of Deirdre Wolfe, Dylan Wolfe, Michael and Daniel Carr. Also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Mass of Christian Burial was at St, Catherine of Siena Church, Norwood. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Interment Highland Cemetery, Norwood. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Robert may be made to the Neil Liam Carr Fund, Norwood Bank, C/O Michael Carr, 114 Casey St., Norwood, MA 02062. Born and raised in Norwood, Robert was a member of Norwood High School, Class of 1978. He recently retired from the Dedham Public Schools after twenty years of service. Late employee Red Rooster Pub, Wrentham. CrOwley, Irene F. (Sanborn), of Walpole, former Nor-

wood resident for 54 years, died January 7, 2011. Mrs. Crowley was born in Deerfield, NH, and was raised in Connecticut. Later she enlisted in the Women’s Army Corps (WAC) where she met her husband Frank, whom she wed in 1946. They lived in Newton and later moved to Norwood and were active with the Curtain Timers theatre group for many years. Irene was involved with the Norwood League of Women Voters where she served as president twice. In 1978, she became one of the founding members of the Norwood Art Association, serving as president twice. In recent years, Irene enjoyed traveling and painting. She was the daughter of the late Van Buren and Elisabeth (Switser) Sanborn and wife of the late Francis “Frank” Brendan Crowley, who passed away in 2006. Survived by her four daughters, Christine Crowley of San Antonio, TX, Lynne Crowley and her husband Michael Behar of Larchmont, NY, Lisa Ballard of Charleston, SC, and Jill Crowley and her husband Bryan Snyder of Concord, MA; her two grandsons, Austin Ballard of Charleston, SC, and Andrew

Behar of Larchmont, NY; her sister, Frances Sanborn of CT. In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her son-in-law, Geoffrey Ballard, and her siblings, Gerald Sanborn, Linn Sanborn, Wayne Sanborn, Carlena Houston, Pearl Spaulding, and June Lewis. Funeral services were provided by the United Church in Walpole and the Gillooly Funeral Home. Interment followed at Highland Cemetery, Norwood. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Mrs. Irene F. Crowley to the Norwood Art Association, PO Box 865, Norwood, MA 02062 or to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701. Hall, Norman J. of Norwood Dec. 30, 2010 at the age of 78 at Norwood Hospital. Norman was born on February 23, 1932 to William and Albertine (Lizotte) Hall in Norwood, Massachusetts. On November 15, 1952 he was united in marriage with Mary Rose Fitzpatrick. During the Korean War, he proudly served his country in the Navy, assigned to air ship duty. Norman attended Northeastern and earned a BS in Engineering and MBA from Boston College. They lived in

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Norwood for many years before moving to Indiana, California, North Conway, NH and ultimately back to his hometown in 2006. Norman loved to travel and enjoyed trips with family. His life was rich with family, nine children and 14 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. He was a great guy and loved his BC and Notre Dame affiliations. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Fourth Degree Knight, American Legion Post 70 and Veterans of Foreign Wars. Norman and Mary were blessed with nine children: Joe (Jennifer), Richard, Tom (Terri), Nancy (Mike) Caldwell, Patty (Rob) Hewett, Kathleen (Roman), Carolyn (Bill) Johnson, Timothy (Diane), and Christine (Chuck) Richter; siblings, Bob (Betty), Al (Fran), Ray (Pat), and Bill (Renee); and many grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Norman is preceded in death by his infant son Richard, son Timothy, and brothers Al and Bob. Funeral was at the Gillooly Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian. MCDOnOUgH, Mary A. (Connolly), of Norwood, died at home on January 6, 2011. She was 84. Mrs. McDonough was born in County Galway, Ireland. Beloved wife of the late Christopher McDonough; Loving mother of Christopher McDonough and his wife Peggy of Plainville, Bridget McGuire of Foxboro, John McDonough and his wife Suzanne of Wrentham, and Kevin McDonough of Norwood; Cherished grandmother of Christopher McDonough, Patrick McGuire, Michael McDonough, Melissa McDonough, Mikeala McDonough, and Cloe Akesson; proud great-grandmother of Wyatt McNair; Sister of the late Martin Connolly (her twin brother), and Patrick, Roddy, and Delia Connolly. She was also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on at the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole Street, Norwood, then in St. Catherine of Siena Church, Norwood, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated.

Mrs. McDonough was a member of the Norwood Irish Club, and enjoyed playing Bingo. ranKin Madelyn J. of Norwood, January 7, 2011. Devoted daughter of the late Thomas J. and Helen (Larsen) Rankin. Loving mother of James G. Rankin, of California. Beloved sister of Thomas J. Rankin of Quincy. Cherished aunt of Erika and Darren. Also survived by many beloved friends. Funeral Service at the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole Street (Rt. 1A), Norwood. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Interment Knollwood Memorial Park, Canton. Late Title Examiner, Rackemann, Sawyer and Brewster. tHOrntOn, Thomas A., lifelong resident of Norwood, died January 7, 2011. He was 96. He was the beloved husband of the late Anna G. (Morrison) Thornton, with whom he shared 60 years of marriage. Loving father of Elizabeth A. Segerstrom and her husband John of Washington, Valerie E. Ryan and her husband Stephen of Washington, Anne Marie Haley and her husband of Norwood, and Thomas M. Thornton and his wife Annmarie of Foxboro; cherished grandfather of Brenda Croft, Eric Segerstrom, David Segerstrom, Sean Ryan, Suzanne Snell, Brian Haley, Lisa Balzarini, Andrew Thornton, and Rosemary Thornton; proud great-grandfather of Grace and Rachel Croft, Francesca and Julia Segerstrom, Hanna, Aiden and Brianne Ryan, Mackenzie, Stephen and Micah Snell, Keira and Cooper Haley, and Haley and Teagan Balzarini; devoted brother of the late Michael E. Thornton. Funeral services were held at the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole Street, Norwood, then in St. Catherine of Siena Church, Norwood, where a Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated. Visiting hours were held on Monday, January 10 in the funeral home. Late Veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army Military Police. Retired supervisor with Norfolk Correctional Institution.

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home M A R K E T P L A C E How to Shop for the Right Mortgage BY MICHAEL CARROLL, DEAN BANK With mortgage rates remaining at near-historic lows, many homeowners are considering if now may be the right time to refinance before rates start to climb. Obtaining a mortgage that fits your budget is just one goal a mortgage should meet and “shopping” for the right mortgage can seem a complicated task. These simple steps may help.

1. Identify the Goal. Is the mortgage for the purchase of a first home or a new home? Is a lower monthly payment the reason? Looking to cut years off of the length of the mortgage? Have interest rates fallen? Does the borrower need to pay off other debts? Are home improvements the reason? These are just a few reasons why a homeowner may need a mortgage. Lenders offer a wide selection of mortgage programs to fit the specific needs of borrowers. Understanding what the mortgage is for will help both the borrower and the lender find the right program to fit the borrower’s needs.

2. Learn the Basics. Mortgages come in all “shapes and sizes”…learning how a mortgage is designed will help as the borrower chooses a lender that offers the product they need and applies for a mortgage the borrower can comfortably afford once identified. Some of the important components of a mortgage include the interest rate, the term or length in years, if it has a fixed interest rate over the life of the mortgage or if it adjusts periodically and if the rate includes points, or other fees. The payment is determined after all of the components are selected and is a direct reflection of those choices. For example, a borrower would make larger monthly payments on a 15-year mortgage than on a 30-year mortgage. A fixed rate mortgage offers a principal and interest payment that doesn’t change over the life of the loan, whereas the payment on a 1-year adjustable mortgage may change after every 12th payment.

3. Assess your Qualifying Factors. Income, current debts and credit history all factor into the mortgage approval process. Lending guide-

lines are determined independently by each mortgage lender and may vary widely. It’s important that a borrower is realistic and conservative when determining how large a mortgage is affordable, what their other current debts are and what their credit history reflects. Assessing these factors prior to making an application will save time and aggravation. As a general rule of thumb, a mortgage payment should never exceed 40% of the gross (pre-tax) monthly income of the borrower(s). Making a list of other current monthly debts provides insight as to how more or less conservative the borrower should be. Finally, determining what, if any, negative factors a potential lender may find on a credit report may give the borrower an opportunity to dispute or clear up charge-offs or other credit problems prior to making application, thus improving the score that most lenders use as their primary decision aide. In Massachusetts, consumers can obtain their credit report once a year at no cost from a variety of consumer resources such as www.annualcreditreport. com.

4. Do the Research. Media reports of the economy; what it’s doing and where it’s going, are everywhere. Interest rates react to those economic conditions; rising and falling over time. Financial institutions and other mortgage lenders respond to the economic signals sent out from a variety of sources and set their mortgage rates accordingly. Not all lenders, however, offer the identical interest rate for a particular mortgage product. Competition is still the driving force. Before determining who has the best overall mortgage program, do some preliminary research. Here’s an example of a basic research form. Across the top, select a few mortgage programs; for example 30-year fixed, 15-year fixed, 1year adjustable, etc. Then, make a list of Community banks, mortgage brokers or other lenders currently offering mortgages down the left-hand column. An internet search of lenders in our area is a good resource to use in compiling this list. Record the rates currently offered, either by visiting web sites or by calling. Make sure to use the APR or Annual Percentage Rate, not the interest rate; as the APR factors in certain costs associated with the mortgage, making for an equal comparison.

5. Get the Facts. Trends should develop which will offer insight into what type of lender offers lower or higher rates for certain mortgage products. A mortgage lender specializing in programs for borrowers with impaired credit may offer rates that are higher than those offered elsewhere. Some lenders may have an attractive interest rate, but an APR that is significantly higher. This indicates a mortgage that may have fees built into it. Most financial institutions offer competitive rates, a variety of terms and reduced fees, however, may utilize more conservative guidelines. When the research is complete, a clear picture of lenders that offer products that meet borrowers’ needs will develop.

6. Be Realistic. Applying for a mortgage is a process that will require time, effort and, in all likelihood, some out-ofpocket expenses. An appraisal is required, a rate lock-in fee may be charged, closing costs are involved, etc. Being granted a mortgage approval should be the prime directive at this point and choosing a lender that offers mortgage programs that accurately reflect the borrower’s profile is important. Speak to a few of the mortgage lenders whose programs and rates best match the need and be realistic when answering the qualifying questions they ask. Remember, the process is confidential and the questions only serve to better qualify potential borrowers. Ask questions as the process continues and determine if it appears that the lender is working towards something that is going to be mutually beneficial. Keep in mind, a borrower may withdraw an application at any time prior to closing.

7. Make Service Matter. A mortgage should be considered as much a service as it is a product. What can determine a borrower’s ultimate satisfaction beyond simply rate and payment; is the professionalism, honesty, patience and courtesy displayed throughout the process. Choose a mortgage lender that has demonstrated a commitment to service over a long period of time. More than a few lenders that were making loans recently are no longer in business; victims of the economy and of questionable loan decisions. A lender that has strong roots in the community provides stability; a very important quality when future borrowing needs arise. Borrowers that

have demonstrated reliable repayment are more likely to be approved for future mortgage loans. Borrowers should consider this when making their choice in a mortgage lender.

8. Review the Documents. Finally, loan documents can seem confusing and complex, but understanding them is extremely beneficial. Be watchful for hidden fees by carefully going over the documents the lender provides prior to the closing or document signing for the loan. Community banks will produce documentation demonstrating that the mortgage’s rate and terms are in the Borrower’s Best Interest, adding to the comfort level. A borrower has the right to question any part of the closing process and if the mortgage involves refinancing, a borrower has

three business days after a mortgage closing to question or even back out of a closing. This is called the rescission period. The mortgage processor assigned to the mortgage application is trained to answer questions and is always willing to assist. After all, they want the mortgage for the institution as much as the borrower wants it for themselves.

9. Stay Aware. Mortgage rates change regularly and staying in touch with the mortgage lender may make a future refinance opportunity possible, should rates go down. Needs change over time as well…home improvements become necessary, children get married, families outgrow their current home, etc. Maintaining contact with a lending professional can make getting that next mortgage less difficult.

The Impact of Interest Rates Some potential homebuyers are sitting on the sidelines waiting for housing prices to hit bottom. It makes sense to buy a house at the lowest price possible but there are other critical considerations to keep in mind. Trying to time the bottom of any market is always difficult. Also, interest rates are at historic lows, and many homebuyers fail to consider the savings that come with low interest rates, particularly over the life of the loan, or even the partial life of the loan. Mortgage rates are low because of the recession and foreclosures. In addition, the Federal Reserve has moved aggressively to push down mortgage rates by buying as much as $1.75 trillion of housing debt and Treasuries this year. This policy has been successful. Rates on 15-year and 30-year fixed-rate mortgages are hovering at historic lows. What does this mean for you? On a 30-year fixed-rate loan amount of $200,000 at 5%, the interest paid over the life of the loan is $186,512. That brings the total loan payments to $386,512. At 6%, the amount of interest paid rises to $231,676, a 24% increase. At 7%, it’s $279,018, a 49% increase. The lesson here: Keep in mind, what might be gained from a further drop in

housing prices could easily be lost by a rise in interest rates. With regards to the market, let’s review some recent indicators. Pending home sales, a forward-looking indicator based on signed contracts, rose 6.7% in April, the biggest monthly jump since October 2001. Existing home sales rose 2.4% in May with some homes, once again, receiving multiple offers. And the most recent Standard & Poor’s/Case-Shiller 20-city housing price index shows the month-to-month decline in housing prices has stalled from 2.8% in January to February, 2.2% in February to March and 0.6% in March to April. This has led many industry experts to anticipate that soon the decline in housing prices will bottom out. If you have a house in mind and the savings for a down payment, this might be a great opportunity to purchase a home. If you would like any further information about purchasing a home now, give me a call today. We can also get you preapproved, which will provide you an advantageous bargaining position. For more information or to contact Eric Douglas directly, call (617) 785.3727 or email eric.douglas@prospectmtg.com .

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