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November 2015 • Volume 2/Issue 11
Inspiration Inspiration is a profound feeling that precedes change. It’s like a window through which we may be able to see the life we could have. It can give us the ability to recognize that changing our life begins with changing the way we think, since our thoughts create our actions, and our actions create the life we could have. For some, inspiration comes from experiencing a connection to nature—the oceans, rivers, and forests. Immersing ourselves within our environment can be a powerful and joyful feeling we long to sustain. For others, it may come from the belief that if we can succeed at changing our habits, we can achieve our dreams—whether they are about feeling better, having more energy to do things with our loved ones, or even just performing better in work, family or at life in general.
Once you are inspired to change, the key to success is in taking small steps each day. And when you find yourself reaching your first goal, you may want to slow down for a moment to enjoy what you have accomplished. That is because one of life’s greatest pleasures is in achieving a goal. By taking the time to simply experience joy, you may discover the source of inspiration for your next challenge. The November issue of Senior Living is dedicated to our nation’s veterans, living and past, who inspire us to live our lives to the fullest and face all the challenges of life. We take great pride in their commitment to ameliorate the lives of others through their service to our country.
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Table of Contents Notes & News /Page 6 Money Matters /Page 7 by Mike Rich Nutrition: What is Quinoa? /Page 10 by, Kelly Walgamotte Focus on Cognitive Health (SMH announcement) /Page 14 by Jennifer Gebbia Spiritual Maturity /Page 15 by Dr. Larry T. McEwan Focus on AAAneurysm Outreach /Page 16 by Marylou Cessna Special Section: Salute to Our Veterans /Page 21 by Michelle Carollo Ladies For Liberty /Page 30 by Michelle Carollo
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Notes & News November 2015
A Broken Heart Breaks Your Heart, Literally! According to an article published in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association, heart attack risk after bereavement is much higher for several weeks after the loss. The day the loved one dies, the risk of a heart attack is a stunning twenty one times higher. The article also warns friends and family to look for signs of
heart failure in the bereaved person, ensuring they relax and maintain any medication regime they may be on. The study was conducted with nearly 2000 adult heart attack survivors and while the risk of a heart problem declined over the first month, it still remained at six times the normal risk during the first week after a loved one died.
Walking Best exercise for Woman Everyone knows that a brisk walk is good for you, but what you may not realize is that numerous studies have shown that walking has specific health benefits. So when you take your walk today, you are: Helping to control your blood pressure, Decreasing your risk of heart attack, Reducing your risk of breast cancer, Boosting your good (HDL) cholesterol and lowering your bad (LDL) cholesterol, Lowering your risk of stroke, Managing your weight, Protecting against hip fracture. All in all, walking is the best exercise women can do to stay healthy,” says Dr. Sweet from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. “And, it’s easy, it doesn’t cost anything, and everyone can make time for a short daily walk.
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Eat Your Yolks, Folks Studies show eating the whole egg (yes, yolk included) can contribute to weight loss and even increase HDL cholesterol—that’s the good kind. In reality, by tossing the yolk, you are missing out on many health-boosting benefits. A
study from the Rochester Center for Obesity in America showed that those who consumed eggs for breakfast ate, on average, 400 fewer calories per day than those who didn’t eat eggs. The high-protein qualities in eggs keep you feeling full, longer. It’s like scoring a bargain at your favorite store—few calories with big benefits. It doesn’t get its name—the incredible, edible egg—for no reason.
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Eating Broccoli may help prevent osteoarthritis New research from the UK suggests that sulforaphane, a compound found in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage and Brussels sprouts, could help fight osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis. Led by the University of East Anglia (UEA), the study used cell and tissue tests to show that sulforaphane blocked
cartilage-destroying enzymes by intercepting a molecule that causes inflammation. The researchers also found that mice fed a sulforaphane-rich diet suffered significantly less cartilage damage and osteoarthritis compared with mice whose diet did not contain the compound. Their research is published in the journal Arthritis & Rheumatism.
As much as we look forward to holiday parties and dinners, many of us fear enjoying it too much – and packing on the pounds. Indeed, the average American consumes approximately 4,500 calories and 229 grams of fat from eating a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. And that doesn’t include breakfast, lunch, or latenight snacking on leftovers. According to a WebMD report, the average American gains 1 to 2 pounds during
the holiday season. And, those extra pounds tend to become permanent baggage. Year after year, those pounds can add up, and contribute to overweight or obesity later in life.
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Nutrition November 2015
What is Quinoa? Quinoa is a small seed native to the Andes in South America. This seed has been cultivated since 3,000 B.C. and was a staple food among the local natives. These seeds are usually on a stalk, but they are available in stores pre-packed bags or boxes. There are more than 120 different varieties, although only three are cultivated and sold: red quinoa, black quinoa and white quinoa. This seed must be cooked and yields a crunch when eaten. Quinoa seeds have a nutty, mild flavor and are roughly the size of sesame seeds. Quinoa is full of nutrients, which is often why people use it in place of grains; it also ranks low on the glycemic index, which means it causes a gradual rise in insulin.
QUINOA NUTRITION FACTS
Quinoa is nutritionally renowned for its protein content and while it does have a decent amount, it’s not actually the amount of protein that’s so impressive. Instead, it’s the type of protein. Quinoa has the perfect balance of all nine amino acids essential for human nutrition. This type of complete protein is rarely found in plant foods, though common in meats. Quinoa also offers a good dose of fiber and iron. There are 55 calories in each 1/4 cup of cooked quinoa. Quinoa seeds are made up of more than 12 percent fiber. A single serving size, which is 1/4 cups, contains 3 grams of dietary fiber. Thirty-six percent of this dietary fiber is soluble and 64 percent is insoluble.
Soluble fiber forms a gel, which can work to reduce blood cholesterol and blood glucose. Insoluble fiber regulates bowel movements by helping material move through the digestive tract and increasing bulk. DIFFERENT COLORES OF QUINOA
Quinoa is a quick-cooking, gluten-free superseed. A relative of spinach, beets and chard. Quinoa grows in a rainbow of colors, but the most commonly available are red quinoa, black quinoa and white quinoa. Taste and nutrition are similar among the colors. White quinoa tends to cook up fluffier, while red quinoa and black quinoa have a crunchier texture and the grains don’t stick together as much.
Chicken salad with Black Beans and Quinoa INGREDIENTS 1 cup chicken cooked diced small 1 cup cooked Quinoa (prepared per box instructions, but cooked in chicken broth & chill) 1 tsp olive oil 1 tbsp lime juice ¼ tsp cumin ½ tsp dry oregano 1 tbsp cilantro finely chopped ¼ cup chopped green onions 1 can black beans rinsed and drained ½ to 1 cup diced red bell pepper (roasted is best) 2 medium tomatoes diced 1 or 2 tsp diced jalapenos, seeded Salt and pepper to taste
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PREPARATION 1. Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl except the quinoa and mix together until fully incorporated. 2. Add the quinoa and stir until mixed together well. 3. Set in fridge and allow to sit for about 30 minutes so flavors can come together. . Then enjoy! .
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Focus on Cognitive Health
November 2015
THE BRAIN -Use it or lose it!!
by Jennifer Gebbia
Over the years, the understanding of caring for “mind and body” as a whole has grown significantly. Healthcare professionals now recognize the important role that both physical and mental health play in molding your overall well-being. In essence, “You are only as old as your mind,” goes right along with the adage, “You are only as old as you feel.” Just as your body isn’t the same as it was in your glory days, your brain experiences changes over time. Though that is something that everyone over a certain age knows to be true, the aging brain is a topic that is now in the spotlight in the healthcare arena. This growing interest is due to the dramatic aging of the U.S. population. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, 71.5 million Americans will be age 65 years or older by 2030. Cognitive health, as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is how well the brain can perform mental processes, such as the ability to learn new things, intuition, judgment, language and remembering. More and more research is making it clear that we need to keep our cognitive health top of mind, so to speak. The Healthy Brain Initiative, developed through a partnership with the CDC and the Alzheimer’s Association, sees cognitive health as a public health issue, and sets out to help maintain or improve the cognitive performance of all adults. One step in that direction is to help people understand how risk and protective factors can impact your cognitive health: THE DEVELOPMENT OF DISEASES AND CONDITIONS THAT AFFECT MENTAL HEALTH CAN DEPEND ON:
• Genes
• Brain injuries
• Use of tobacco and alcohol
• Poor diet
• Pre-existing health conditions such as diabetes and/or heart disease
• L ack of physical and social activity
Although some risk factors cannot be prevented, others can. IF YOU WANT TO STAY HEALTHY AND INDEPENDENT AS YOU GET OLDER, YOU SHOULD DO THE FOLLOWING:
• Eat a healthy diet
• Stay active
• Drink alcohol in moderation, if at all
• L earn new things – keep your mind active
• Get sufficient sleep, 7-8 hours a night
•S tay connected with your friends and family
Many people believe that mental decline comes with age and that dementia is inevitable. Recent research, however, has shown that new synapses can continue to form, and nerve cells can regenerate, in a healthy, aging brain. As older adults, it’s important for your quality of life to do what you can to exercise your body and your brain!
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Jennifer Gebbia, MCD, CCC-SLP, SMH Speech & Language Pathologist FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT THE SMH WEBSITE:
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Spiritual Spiritual Maturity M aturity
by Dr. Larry T. McEwen
By: Dr. Larry T. McEwen
What you say and what you do are both extremely important aspects of life, but most of us have heard the old saying, “Actions speak louder than words!” I like the way Ralph Waldo Emerson put it: “What you do speaks so loud that I cannot hear what you say.” A spiritually maturing person understands the truth behind these statements and realizes that others, especially younger people, are observing their life and taking notes. What a responsibility, what a privilege! As we age, we should count it an honor to lead and guide the next generaAs we mature in life, most of us have a strong desire to remain tion by what we say and especially by what we do. And here’s independent as long as humanly possible! This desire motivates something to think about: if you look for opportunities to our plans for the retirement as word we think about financial inencourage others with a wellyears placed or two, understand dependence, housing independence, and health independence! that the power of those words are multiplied exponentially if There is nothing wrong with pursuing goals a passion! they are backed by the visual examplethese of your life.with Look for However, when comes to spiritual thepeople opposite is true. opportunities toitspeak into the lives maturity, of younger with yourmore hard-earned most with will appreciate it, especially The we growwisdom; in our walk God, the more we come to if they our know it’s backed by a well-lived put itarea thisof our realize increasing dependence uponlife! HimJesus in every way in Matthew 7:16-17: lives. Why? Because a mature person has experienced times in their life when they chose to live independently of God’s direction, guidance, wisdom and strength. In retrospect, those times were some of the darkest and most difficult of their lives. A spiritually maturing person is very willing to lay down their human pride and admit they need God’s presence, power, and protection every single day. Spiritual maturity recognizes this fact: dependence upon God is the key to living with meaning and purpose. The Psalmist stated this concept beautifully in Psalm 62:5-8… Mat 7:16 By their fruit you will recognize them. Psa 62:5 Find rest, O my soul, in God alone; my hope comes from Do people pick grapes him. from thorn bushes, or figs from thistles? Psa 62:6 He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken. Mat 7:17 Likewise every good bearsand my honor depend on God ; he is my Psa 62:7 Mytree salvation good fruit, a bad mighty rock, but my refuge. tree bears bad fruit. Psa 62:8 Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge. Selah
God’s Word puts it this way…
Dr. Larry McEwen is a graduate of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary with a Doctor of Ministry degree in Leadership and has over thirty years of ministry experience.
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Focus on AAAneurysm Outreach
November 2015
Not the AAA you want to count on...
by Marylou Cessna
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms or AAA, (pronounced “triple A”), are a silent killer. They evolve slowly over many years, offering no symptoms and no pain. They begin as a small dilation in the lower portion of the aorta, the body’s largest blood vessel, usually in the area just below the kidneys. Over years, they will continue to grow slowly and silently. Those affected will not know its there. They will continue to live their lives as normal until the time that the dilation has grown into a balloon like condition where it could burst, causing massive internal bleeding and probable death. This is an extremely critical situation and very scary scenario that is more common than a lot of us think. Immediate medical help is vital for survival. AAA is the third leading cause of sudden death in men over 60. While women are affected by this as well, men are 4-7 more times likely than women to suffer from this diagnosis. There are over a million people currently living with a AAA that don’t know it. And most AAAs are found incidentally while the patient is being treated for something else. However, with early detection, approximately 95% of diagnosed AAAs can be successfully repaired. Early detection can be done using a very simple, non-invasive abdominal ultrasound exam, (similar to a pregnancy ultrasound), as well as CT and MRI scans. If a diagnosis is made, it will be watched and evaluated to establish growth rate and size. When the best time for surgical intervention arrives, depending on individual patients and their personal situation, there are two primary methods of repair -- a traditional open repair, which is an open/invasive procedure that includes an extended hospital stay and longer recovery time, and an endovascular repair procedure, which is much less invasive and involves a much shorter hospital experience and faster recovery period. A doctor will decide which one is the best option for each individual patient.
anyone at any time. Some people who have no evident risk factors still fall victim. Some who are younger than the aforementioned age fall victim as well. We do not have all of the answers. We are sharing what we know and learning from each screening and diagnosis that is made. Our efforts are continual as is genetic research. This is why awareness and early detection are absolute key!
THE RISK FACTORS FOR AAA ARE:
• blood pressure • high cholesterol • smoking (even 100 cigarettes in a lifetime) • family history
•a ge - (men 60+ and men & women both 55+ w/2 or more risk factors) •g ender - (typically, men are 4-7 more likely than women) • obesity
At AAAneurysm Outreach, our goal is to educate. We are a national 501c3 non-profit headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana dedicated to raising awareness of AAA and driving at-risk individuals to get screened. We provide outreach education to communities, patients and their families and travel the country working with universities and top vascular physicians to provide no cost screenings for those most at risk. We strongly urge every person to know their family history, to know their own health history in more detail and to be an advocate for their own health situation. We strongly encourage conversations with physicians at those yearly check ups, asking questions and seeking answers. AAA does not discriminate. It can affect
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Marylou Cessna is the Community Outreach Coordinator for AAAneurysm Outreach and an AAA Survivor FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT THEIR WEBSITE:
AOutreach.org
Also find us on Facebook and Twitter: AAAneurysm Outreach
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Never, Never,
EVER
Give Up by Mary Bounds, BSN, RN ∙ Photographs by Bach Images Nestled comfortably between Lake Pontchartrain and Slidell’s nostalgic Olde Town, Southside Cafe would appear to be your typical mom and pop restaurant; yet once inside its conventional exterior, one discovers a bustling, veteran-inspired eatery, serving tasty culinary favorites garnished with a hardy slice of American patriotism. US Marine Corps Veteran Dan DeBlanc, the longtime owner and patriarch of Slidell’s Southside Cafe, has overcome both flood and fire in his popular restaurant. Drawing strength from the veteran community and throngs of loyal patrons and employees, DeBlanc rebuilt his business twice, becoming bigger and better and gaining local distinction of legendary status. Dan DeBlanc joined the US Marine Corp as a helicopter aviator in 1967 after graduating from Southeastern University with a degree in Animal Husbandry. His plan to become a veterinarian was swiftly sidelined by his desire to serve his country during the Vietnam War. Serving as an attack helicopter pilot in Vietnam in 1969, DeBlanc flew over 600 missions and was once shot down in a Cobra helicopter while providing cover for a medivac. His timely rescue is something he will never forget. DeBlanc was awarded numerous distinguished service medals during his tour of duty including: Silver Star, Navy Commendation Medal with combat “V”, twenty-six Air Medals, three Single Mission Air Medals, Presidential Unit Citation, and Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry. Dan DeBlanc formed many lifelong friendships during his tour in Vietnam and holds a deep respect for all Veterans. He describes a special camaraderie that exists between troops who have experienced combat together, “I’ve been there. It’s not
easy to go to war–and not know if you’ll ever return. Bonds made in combat create friends for life.” Upon leaving the Marines in 1971, DeBlanc wasted no time, marrying the love of his life, Sharon, five days later. Together they traveled back to Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia where Dan worked covert missions with Air America and eventually trained pilots in the Iranian Army to fly helicopters. DeBlanc smiles as he recalls those years, “I don’t think Sharon knew what she was getting in to!” Moving back to the USA in 1978, the DeBlancs were eager to put down roots in their native Louisiana. Settling in Slidell, Dan and Sharon opened a successful Tastee Donut Shop on Gause Boulevard and eventually opened at a second Slidell location. In 1991, however, Dan and Sharon left the donut business and along with Chris Legrand opened Southside Cafe. They envisioned a neighborhood restaurant much like the ones they enjoyed while growing up in New Orleans, providing comfort food and
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Southside Cafe August 29, 2005 after 7 feet of water from Hurricane Katrina. Rebuilding after the October 23, 2005 fire.
fter the fire October 23, 2005. A O wners Christian Legrand, Sharon DeBlanc, and Dan DeBlanc.
a bar filled with favorite refreshments. In its earliest days, Dan admits there was no set theme for the restaurant’s decor, but as displays of patriotism increased during US participation in Operation Desert Storm, DeBlanc decided to honor local men and women who were deployed overseas. “I wanted to recognize their sacrifices by hanging their pictures on the wall.” This idea quickly grew to include memorabilia and photographs of local veterans from World War II, Korea, Viet Nam, and the Persian Gulf Wars. Soon Southside Cafe was known for its patriotic theme and quickly became a popular meeting/eating place for locals and veterans alike. Then on August 29, 2005, Southside Cafe was inundated by over 7 feet of water in Hurricane Katrina. The subsequent cleanup and rebuilding effort was exhausting, but with the help of dedicated employees and friends, Southside Cafe was only days away from re-opening its doors when a fire broke out in the early morning of October 23, 2005. The restaurant literally burned to the ground, destroying all the photos and memorabilia and nearly crushing the spirit of those involved in the rebuilding. But out of the ashes a new determination was born, and motorists passing
by the remnants of the cafe on Pontchartrain Drive soon saw a hand-painted sign displaying the words, “Never Give Up”. Word of the fire and the total loss of the restaurant spread quickly, and soon veterans from near and far were wanting to help the cause. Among them, Randy “Kowboy” Kiley, Sergeant Major in the Army in Desert Storm, initiated a fundraiser minting and selling “Challenge Coins” that displayed the Southside logo and the dates of Hurricane Katrina and the fire. At their Christmas party in 2005, DeBlanc was presented a check for $10,000 from proceeds from these sales to help with the rebuilding efforts. Inspired by this incredible generosity, Southside Cafe used this donation as seed money to start a military charitable fund which has raised thousands of dollars toward military related causes. DeBlanc humbly explains, “It is our way of paying it forward.” The Veteran community was not done yet. Incredibly, Southside Cafe started receiving gifts of memorabilia from vets across the nation, replacing the photographs and armed-service artifacts lost in the fire. The extensive military collection displayed on the walls today resulted from a nationwide effort, set into motion primarily by local Marines. De-
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Blanc points out that the photos on the front wall of the cafe are not part of the national collection; this wall is exclusively dedicated to honoring local veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. As a means of giving back to local veterans, Southside Cafe has teamed up with the Ladies for Liberty to host luncheons for returning troops and their families, complete with American flags and greetings from local dignitaries. DeBlanc states this is one way Southside Cafe can show vets how much they are appreciated. Southside Cafe also supports the local chapter of Wounded War Heroes who provide assistance to local wounded veterans and strive to show appreciation to the men and women who have been wounded in combat. Looking back at the past twenty-plus years, Dan DeBlanc cannot say enough about the extraordinary bond with their dedicated employees and loyal patrons. “We have 82 employees, and they are like our children. Our employees are the best out there. They are our family.” Regular customers at Southside Cafe seem more like treasured friends who visit as much for the company as they do for the food, according to DeBlanc. “Everybody knows everybody.” DeBlanc explains, “Some of our customers have been patrons for 24 years!” Today Southside Cafe is bigger and better than ever and is firmly established as one of Slidell’s favorite places to meet, greet or eat. A partially burned American flag, recovered from the ashes and displayed on their wall, serves as a testament to their triumph over adversity and a reminder of how far they’ve come. Dan and Sharon DeBlanc along with Chris Legrand and their staff at Southside Cafe are grateful for the tremendous support they have received and thankful for their continued opportunity to serve. Their motto remains, “Never, never, ever give up.” An American flag that hangs in the restaurant, (which outlasted Katrina and the fire), stands testament to the restaurant’s motto, “Never, never, ever, give up.” Stop in to say hi to Dan DeBlanc, check out the amazing memorobilia that decorates the restaurant, and stay for a great meal! Southside Cafe 3154 Pontchartrain Drive Slidell, LA 70458 (985) 643-6133
Salute to our veterans Freedom is not free, these veterans have fought for you and me! As Americans we must take the time to recognize the heroes among us. They are the men and women who
Originally founded in 2000 as the D-Day Museum, The National WWII Museum is an unforgettable way to experience World War II and honor the generation that sacrificed so much to secure America’s freedom. Offering an impactful blend of sweeping narrative and poignant personal detail, the Museum features immersive exhibits, state-of-the-art multimedia experiences, and an expansive collection of artifacts and first-person oral histories to take visitors inside the story of the war: why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means today. Honoring the 20th-century veterans’ great sacrifice is at the forefront of The National WWII Museum’s
served in our armed forces. They are the veterans of the United States military. Senior Living Magazine would like to thank all of the Veterans around the world who believe in our country and allowing us to enjoy the freedoms we have each and every day. These Heroes are made by the paths they have chosen in life to honor our country and to stand up for what is right. May God bless each and every one of them. –MC
mission and highlighted throughout its extensive collections. As the institution continues its $325 million expansion project, its goal remains the same: to create a lasting tribute to the Greatest Generation, thanking them for their service to the nation and showing the world what they mean to the principle of freedom.. –Kevin Barraco, Director of Advertising & Outreach,The National WWII Museum Visit the National WW2 Museum 945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 504-528-1944 www.nationalww2museum.org
James O’Bryan, being presented the “Bronze Star Medal”, shortly after his return from Vietnam after a tour that ran from September 1964 to October 1965.
James Donald O’Bryan
Born and raised in Owensboro, Kentucky, James O’Bryan joined the US Marine Corps Reserve during his senior year in high school in 1954 and went to ‘boot camp” at Camp Lejune, NC. Subsequent to high school, he attended University of Dayton, where he resigned from Marine Corps in September 1956, due tohis acceptance into Senior ROTC. He was commissioned as an officer in the US Army in January 1959 His service in the US Army is highlighted below: Commenced active Duty in June 1959, primarily serving in Europe as part of the 8th Infantry Division. Returned to the US, released from active duty, and joined a reserved Army unit 1961. Returned to active duty in September 1962, assigned to 2nd Infantry Division and as a Cavalry Officer in the 4th Squadron of 7TH US 7th Cavalry, 2nd Infantry Division in Fort Benning, Georgia. Deployed to Viet Nam in September 1964 with the 765th Aviation Maintenance Battalion, as the Battalion Adjutant and Headquarters Company Commander. At that time the Battalion had all Army Aviation Assets that were located in Vietnam. From Vietnam, James was assigned to Fort Eustis,VA, where he organized and trained two companies that were subsequently deployed to Vietnam. Assigned to the 2nd Logistic Command in Okinawa, Japan and became the Aide to the Commanding General. Upon promotion to Major became the Secretary of the General Staff. Reassigned to Thailand and the 9th Logistics Command, and subsequently appointed as the Assistant Commander. Upon returning to the US, James was sent to the Command and General Staff College and the University of Arkansas. I subsequently was assigned to the Pentagon and Army Staff as the Army Mobility Planner. Assigned in Korea as the Commander of a joint US/Korean transportation battalion consisting of over 1,000 troops. Upon returning from Korea, James was assigned to Joint Chief of Staff in the Pentagon as a logistic planner, and continued to serve until retirement from the US Army on October 1, 1981.
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John Benjamin Humphrey
John Benjamin (J.B.) Humphrey was born on October 7, 1920. In 1942, J.B. joined the Army Air Corps. His unit was attached the 9th Air Force European Theater of Operations and he was stationed in England and France. On March 25, 1945 at 11:55am, the B26 plane he was in was shot down over Lindberg Germany. He remained hospitalized until November 20, 1945 when he was discharged home and from the Army Air Forces. He was a recipient of an Air Medal and a Purple Heart. He returned home to Delhi, Louisiana with his wife and raised 2 sons. He just recently celebrated his 95th birthday surrounded by his loving family including 4 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren. He was honored by the Smithsonian by having his name placed on a wall in the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum for a mission that included flying with General Hap Arnold. Throughout the years he has remained active in the Shriners, he is a Mason and is a member of the Purple Heart Association.
John Trembley
John Trembley was a Sgt in the US Army, Company H, 137th Infantry from 1943-45. He saw combat, as a machine gun squad leader, in Europe during WWII. After the service he was employed by Amtrak. He married his wife, Virginia, in 1945 and they will celebrate their 70th Wedding Anniversary on September 13, 2015. He retired from Amtrak after 30+ years. He has 2 children (Diane and John Matthew), 2 grandchildren (John Frank and James)and 2 great-great grand children (Brooke and Kate).
Col Robert L. (Bob) Friedrich
Robert was born in 1941 and attended Jesuit High School, graduating in 1959. He then went to Loyola, where, as a requirement at that time, he participated in ROTC. He enrolled for an additional two years, considering a career in the Army. In February of 1963, after being commissioned as an Infantry officer, Robert, and his new bride Judy, went to Ft Benning, where he completed the Infantry Officers Basic course, Ranger School and Airborne training. They then moved to Ft Campbell where he
became a member of the 101st Airborne. He served in the 2d Battalion of the 506th Infantry, and as an instructor in the 101st’ Recondo School (a junior Ranger school). In 1966 Bob volunteered to go to Vietnam. That year he served as the platoon leader of the 2/327 Recon platoon, then as the platoon leader of the 1st Brigade’s Long Range Reconnaissance Platoon. While serving as the platoon leader of the LRRPs he was awarded a Bronze Star for Valor and the Air Medal. After completing his tour he was assigned to Ft Jackson for a year. Returning to Vietnam a year later, Bob again joined the 101st, this time with the 3d Battalion, 187th Airborne Infantry. He took command of Bravo Company in July of 1968. During the next several months B Company was involved in continuous combat. Bob’s proudest memory of this time is, that despite being
engaged in a firefight virtually every day for one hundred and one days, only two of his soldiers were killed during this time. He fondly remembers his soldiers, and still receives letters and emails from several of them to this day. During this time, he was also wounded twice and awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, The Silver Star, Three Bronze stars for Valor, and five Air Medals. After being brought up to the Third Brigade staff, first as the S-3 Air, then as the Brigade S-2 (Intelligence officer). he continued to work aggressively with the line battalions. During the initial stages of the 3d Brigades operations in the Ashau Valley he was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for maintaining an airborne radio relay during a day long fight, frequently coming under enemy fire. After his second tour in Vietnam, he attended the Infantry Officer Career course at FT Benning, then had assignments to Ft Knox, Ft Meade and Iran. He attended the Command and General Staff College at Ft Leavenworth and the National War College at Ft Meyers Virginia, and then was assigned to the 8th Infantry in Germany. During his four years with the 8th Infantry in Germany, he served as the 2d Brigade Operations officer, Special Assistant to the Deputy Commanding General for Training, and as the 2d Brigade Executive Officer. Returning to the states, he was assigned as Commander of the 2d Battalion, 41st Infantry, Ft Hood, Texas. He commanded the battalion for 32 months, and reveloped a training program for the Bradley Fighting vehicle. Colonel Friedrich’s final tours included a tour in the Pentagon, an assignment in force development at Ft Leavenworth, and as the Director of the Smart Weapons Management Office at Redstone Arsenal, AL. Bob and Judy raised four “Army brats” during their career in the Army. One daughter in Houston, one in Indiana, one here in Slidell, and a son in San Antonio.
MAJ Ray M. Partridge, USAF-RET
Major Partridge began his military career when he joined the US Navy in 1967. He subsequently completed two combat tours in Vietnam and was then stationed at the Naval Air Station in New Orleans. His duties in the Navy was a weather forecaster/observer. In 1982 after receiving an officer’s commission in the Air Force he was assigned to the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, MS where he served as a hurricane specialist until he retired in 1994. He accumulated over 2,000 flying hours as an Aerial Reconnaissance Officer aboard the WC130H Hercules aircraft. He was awarded the Air Medal for his service during hurricane Andrew. Other awards include the Air Force Commendation and Air Force Achievement Medals.
On Veterans Day, put out your flags, cheer the marchers at parades, and go to tributes. But when you wake up the next day, Nov. 12, remember that it’s still Veterans Day for our veterans — and it will be every day of their lives. — Gen. Colin L. Powell, USA (Ret.)
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Holiday Spotlight!
Ladies for Liberty
by: Annette Hall
Slidell Ladies for Liberty was formed in 2007 when 9, 17-year PTA Board members found themselves without “jobs” when our youngest children graduated from high school. With all that experience working together we decided to find another way to support our young men and women.
One of our volunteers had a son-in-law who had just deployed to Afghanistan and we started collecting items for him and sending them over. He told us about other soldiers from this area that were not receiving anything from home and we ended up adopting his entire unit. Through the next few years we continued receiving names of local men and women who were deploying and continued moving all of the furniture out of my house once a month, replacing them with donations and sending them off to put smiles on the faces of our deployed. Christmas of 2011, the Slidell Community adopted our project as their own and inundated us with donations! There was no way we could fit our packing in my house. Thankfully, Pastor Kurtis Schultz of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, Southern District office, offered his just completed large conference room off Airport Rd to pack. We’ve been there ever since. We support an average of 50 local deployed heroes each month, sending 150-200 care packages. We encourage organizations/schools to write letters and decorate boxes. We collect
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donations from local businesses and individuals. We adopt their families for the holidays and help our returning soldiers with job placement, housing and medical treatment upon their return. We hold fundraisers to raise money to support postage costs. We encourage homeschool and high school students to earn community service hours through us. All work is volunteer and no one profits from these efforts except our troops in need. We have grown from 9 volunteers to over 120, with Kay DeLuca, Libby Guidry and Annette Hall the original members still serving. We have supported over 1400 soldiers and they all tell us they share with their “battle buddies” so we’ve probably put smiles on the faces of about 6,000 troops. We mailed out our 15,000th box on Wednesday! FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, AND TO LEARN HOW YOU CAN HELP, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBPAGE:
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Autumn Soup INGREDIENTS 1 Tab. Olive Oil 2 Cups Chopped Onions 1 Cup Chopped Celery 4 Cloves Garlic chopped 4 Cups chicken broth (may use vegetable broth) 2 cans small white northern beans (15 oz. each) 1 can diced tomatoes (14 ½ oz, undrained) 2 cups butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and diced (for quicker prep time, buy already cut, in a bag) 1 Tsp. dried oregano 1 Tsp. powdered cumin Salt and black pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Senior Sampler
1. In a heavy-bottomed soup pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the onions, celery, and garlic for about 5-7 minutes on medium heat. 2. Add remaining ingredients. Cover and simmer on low, stirring occasionally until veggies are tender (about 20 minutes). 3. Season with salt INGREDIENTS and pepper. Take 3 cups of soup, place in • blender and process until smooth. 4. 1/2 cup mayonnaise Return to pot and continue to simmer for•aOne few minutes. Ladle into bowls 8-ounce 5. package cream cheese, softand sprinkle with freshly ground pepper. ened . Enjoy! .
Coaches Cheese Dip
• 1 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese • 2 green onions, finely chopped • 1 dash cayenne pepper
PREPARATION Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium bowl, mix the mayonnaise, cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, green onions and cayenne pepper. Transfer the mixture to a shallow baking dish, such as a 9-inch pie pan. Top the mixture with the cracker crumbs and bake until heated through, about 15 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven and top with the bacon. Serve immediately with your favorite type of chip.
• 8 butter crackers, crushed, such as Ritz New Orleans Shrimp and Grits Dressing • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled INGREDIENTS 1 pound peeled, medium-size raw shrimp 3 cups chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper 1 cup uncooked regular grits 1/2 cup butter 3 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 cup fine, dry Italian breadcrumbs 1 cup chopped green onions 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
PREPARATION • Chips for dipping 1. Preheat oven to 325°. 2. Bring broth and next 2 ingredients to a boil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Mix in grits, and return to a boil; reduce heat to low, and stir in butter. Cover and simmer, stirring INGREDIENTS occasionally, 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat. 1 lb groundeggs chuck 3. • Stir together and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl. Gradually stir in hot • 1 lb pork sausage grits mixture into egg mixture; add egg • 1 lbtoVelveeta cheese, diced mixture remaining hot grits mixture, stirring constantly. Stir in shrimp until • 1 1⁄2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce blended. Pour grits mixture into a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish. • 1 teaspoon oregano 4. Bake at 325º for 55 minutes to 1 • 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder hour or until mixture is set. Let stand 10 minutes. • 1⁄2 teaspoon ground pepper
Playbook Party Rye
• 2 loaves rye cocktail bread
PREPARATION 1. Brown meats and drain off fat. 2. Add meats and cheese in frying pan and stir over low heat until melted. Mix in spices and Worcestershire sauce. 3. Spread mixture on cocktail rye slices. 4. Place on cookie sheet and bake approximately 10 minutes at 400°F until hot. Serve hot or warm.
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