March 21, 2017
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• If an individual is “on the lam,” he or she has made a dash to escape from the law. In 1886, “lam” was a slang verb meaning “to run off.” That year, the first recognized private eye, Detective Allan Pinkerton wrote that after a pickpocket secured a wallet from his victim, he uttered the word “lam,” which meant “to let the man go and to get out of the way as soon as possible.” A fugitive from the law is known as a lamster. • A lammergeier is a huge bearded vulture found in mountainous regions throughout Europe, Asia, and Africa. Its name translates from the German language for “lamb-vulture.” Weighing in at about 15 lbs. (7 kg), with a height of up to 4 feet (1.2 m), the vulture’s massive wingspan measures between 7 and 9 feet (2 and 3 m) across. Its creamy-yellow head is accented with black eye patches and tufted whiskers. Eighty percent of the diet of a lammergeyer consists of bones and bone marrow. The bird eats small bones whole, and carries large bones into the air, dropping them onto rocks below to shatter them into smaller pieces, giving the vulture access to the nutritious bone marrow. In the wild, the lammergeier lives about 21 years. • Lamella is a word with several meanings. In the animal word, it is the thin, plate-like part of the respiratory system of a gecko and the gills of a fish. They contain huge numbers of capillaries and are used to increase the amount of oxygen intake of the blood. They are where the exchange of oxygen from the water and carbon dioxide from the blood occurs. In the plant world, lamella refers to the gill of a mushroom. Architects know that a lamella roof is a vaulted type with a crisscrossing pattern of parallel arches, hinged together with shorter ones
® The lamprey, a jawless fish, is characterized by a toothy, funnel-like sucking mouth. This fish is known for boring into the flesh of other fish to suck their blood.
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to form a diamond-patterned interlocking network. The Houston Astrodome and the New Orleans Superdome are examples of this. During the 1950s, the Lamaze method of childbirth became popular as an alternative to delivery without drugs. The method employs relaxation and breathing techniques that promotes a natural way to suppress pain. It was developed by a French obstetrician, Dr. Ferdinand Lamaze. The goal of the Lamaze organization is to “increase women’s confidence in their ability to give birth.” An elected official who continues to hold political office until his successor is inaugurated is known as a lame duck. That term has been around since the 1700s, when the London Stock Exchange used it to refer to a stockbroker who had defaulted on his debts. Its literal meaning is that of a duck that is “unable to keep up with its flock, making it a target for predators.” We started using the expression for politicians in 1863, when it was used in the official record of the United States Congress. Sometimes a lame duck politician is viewed as having less influence because of the limited time remaining in office. However, a lame duck often makes decisions with no fear of consequences, for example, issuing controversial executive orders or pardons. If you’re attending a home game of NFL’s Green Bay Packers, you’re in Lambeau Field, the league’s oldest continually-operating stadium. When it opened in 1957, it was known as New City Stadium for the team’s first eight seasons. In 1965, it was renamed in memory of the Packers founder, player, and long-time head coach, Curly Lambeau, who had recently passed away. The stadium’s original address was 1265 Highland Avenue, but that changed in 1968, when the Avenue was renamed Lombardi Avenue to honor former head coach Vince Lombardi. On opening day, 1957, a capacity crowd of 32,132 filled the seats. Just four years later, it was enlarged to accommodate 38,669, and today, the stadium’s capacity is 81,435, the league’s third largest by seating capacity. Lamaism is the Buddhist religion of Tibet and Mongolia, headed up by the Dalai Lama. The current Dalai Lama was born Jetsun Jamphel Ngawang Lobsang Yeshe Tenzin Gyatso in 1935. He is the 14th leader of the religion, formally enthroned in 1950. Lama is merely a title for a teacher of their Dharma. The first Dali Lama was born in 1391 in a cattle pen, the son of nomadic sheep and goat herders. At 7 years of age, he was sent to live with his uncle, a monk at a Buddhist monastery. A lambrequin drapes knights or windows! In medieval times, the term referred to a short decorative scarf that was tied to a knight’s helmet above the shield. It served as a protection from the elements, as well as decreasing the effects of sword blows during battle. Today, it describes a valance across the top of a door or window.
Call Today (250) 832-3361 * “Here’s my tip: Fasten all buttons, snaps, fasteners and zippers on your clothes before washing and drying. It will help them keep their shape. Turn socks insides out, too. It will help prevent them from getting fuzzballs.” -- M.W. in Saskatchewan, Canada * “If you are training a puppy or your fur baby has an accident on the carpet, here’s how to prevent a reoccurrence in the same spot: Blot up urine, then saturate the spot with club soda. Allow it to sit for five minutes, then blot with paper towels.” -- S.S. in Arkansas * “In this day of recycling and reusing, before I discard an item, I look to see if any part of it can be reused. I removed wire from a broom that can now be used to hang a picture on the wall. I also remove any reusable screws or nails from items I toss. I put them in plastic jars.” -- B.B. in Maine * Here’s one for hamster owners out there, from C.H. in Utah: “If your dwarf hamster makes much noise when running in its wheel (especially metal wheels), just lube it with a little olive oil. Just a drop or two will make the wheel turn smoothly and silently, without posing any harm to the little ones in case they lick it. * “Put battery-operated lights on each wall in the main rooms for when there are power outages.” -- M.W. in Iowa * W.T. from “The Road” (he’s an RV traveler) is looking for suggestions to remove the smell from the lid of glass jars to make them reusable -- say, salsa jars or peanut butter jars. If you have a solution for W.T., send it to me at Now Here’s A Tip, c/o King Features Weekly Service, 628 Virginia Dr., Orlando, FL 32803. (c) 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.
info@TidbitsVernon.com The Neatest Little Paper Ever Read® Call Today (250) 832-3361 Lamborghini sales, and the company changed ownership three times over the next several years, including bankruptcy in 1978. Chrysler took over in 1987, selling it in 1994. In 1998, Lamborghini was sold to Volkswagen. If you’re in the market for a new car, you can pick up a Lamborghini Aventador coupe for about $400,000 or a Superveloce convertible starting in the $525,000 range. • The Old Testament’s Book of Lamentations is a poetic book that laments the fall of Jerusalem in 586 B.C. that was written by the prophet Jeremiah. Four of its five poems are written as acrostics, a form of writing in which the first letter of each line spells out a message. Traditionally, Jews recite Lamentations aloud in its entirety on the ninth day of Ab, the date of the destruction of Solomon’s temple in 586 and Herod’s temple in 70 A.D. Many Jews also read it each week at the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem’s Old City. •
1. What entertainers are famous for the phrase, “ya lame brain, ya knucklehead, ya screwball”? 2. Name the political figure who dedicated Lambeau Field at half-time of the first game in 1957. 3. What word describes the act of verbally assaulting a person? 4. This word means “shining or glowing softly.” What is it? 5. What name is given to a harsh, sometimes venomous satire directed against an individual or institution?
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Ferruccio Lamborghini founded his luxury sports car company in 1963 in an attempt to compete with other established high-end automobiles. In 1966, his Miura sports coupe introduced a rear mid-engine and rear wheel drive. Sales were brisk and the company grew rapidly during its first 10 years. In 1973, a financial decline and an oil crisis ravaged
According to Greek mythology, Lamia was the beautiful mistress of the god Zeus. Zeus’ jealous wife Hera killed all of Lamia’s children and turned her into a monster with a serpent’s tail that devours the children of others. UNUSUAL PLANTS:
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What’s as soft as a lamb’s ear? It’s this fuzzy member of the mint family! • It’s a no-brainer as to how this hardy perennial herb received its name. Its thick wooly leaves feel like velvet! Although its origins are in Turkey, Armenia, and Iran, it’s now found in nearly every country in the world. Its furry leaves are densely covered with silvery white leaves that provide a striking contrast to the bright and pastel colors of other flowers in the garden. Gardeners value this ornamental plant for its ability to spread as a border or ground cover. Although its main attraction is not its flowers, the plant does produce light purple flowers on tall 12” to 18” (30.5 to 45.7 cm) spikes during the summer season. It’s a favorite in children’s gardens, as the little tots can’t resist yanking off a fuzzy silvery leaf to wrap around their fingers. • The lamb’s ear genus name Stachys comes from the Greek language, meaning “an ear of grain,” a reference to the shape of its flower spikes. There are about 300 different members of this genus around the world, with the most wellknown the byzantine, indicating the plant’s origins in what was once part of the Byzantine Empire. Some herbalists call it woundwort, lousewort, wooly hedgenettle, or wooly betony. • The plant does best in full sun and doesn’t mind poor soil, which explains why it grows abundantly on the rocky cliffs of western Asia and Turkey. It survives heat, drought, and severe frost. • Gardeners should take care that the soil is welldrained, and be careful not to over-water, as
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the plant’s leaves will become brown and limp and will rot if they get too wet. Planting them near a lawn is a poor choice, as is cultivating lamb’s ears in a humid climate. • This herb has long been reputed as having medicinal qualities. Early pioneers packed it in their wagons for the long journey across the country, and today it is often found growing wild in locations where once stood log cabins. It was used to reduce the swelling of injuries and inflamed muscles by squeezing the juice from the leaves and rubbing the affected area. Lamb’s ears were frequently wrapped around minor scrapes and scratches to staunch the bleeding, contributing to its nickname of woundwort. Some of the herb’s chemical compounds have proven effective as an antibacterial agent. It’s been shown to reduce the swelling and discomfort of an insect sting or bite when the leaves are crushed and rubbed on the site. • In Brazil, lamb’s ears are known as lambari, and the leaves and flowers are frequently eaten, with the leaves served fried in batter. Leaves that are harvested just before the flowers appear are also dried, then steeped in boiling water for a medicinal tea. It’s believed that brewed leaves can help with throat and gum infections, cold, and diarrhea. Many simmer the leaves and when cooled, use the mixture as an eyewash for conjunctivitis (pinkeye) and styes.
HAPPINESS Don’t worry, be happy! March 20 is celebrated as the International Day of Happiness, a day established by the United Nations as a time to enrich the lives of others. • Happiness is defined as “a mental or emotional state of well-being defined by positive or pleasant emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy.” In the U.S. Declaration of Independence, statesman Thomas Jefferson declared that “the pursuit of happiness” was an unalienable right for all. •Each year the United Nations publishes the
The word lambda has many meanings, including that of an uncharged, unstable elementary particle that has a mass 2,183 times that of an electron. It’s also a unit of volume measurement, equivalent to a microliter, which is one cubic millimeter. In criminology, it denotes an individual’s frequency of offenses, while in cartography and navigation, lambda denotes a location’s longitude. It’s also the 11th letter of the Greek alphabet.
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World Happiness Report, a survey that ranks the happiness level of 156 countries. Criteria measured include social support, GDP per capita, life expectancy, freedom to make life choices, generosity, and perceptions of corruption. According to the 2016 results, the world’s happiest nation is Denmark, followed closely by Switzerland. Iceland, Norway, and Finland, rounding out the Top Five. Canada ranks sixth, and the U.S. is in position 13. Nations at the bottom of the happiness scale include Uganda, Madagascar, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Afghanistan. • Can you make yourself happier? Research indicates that all of us have a happiness “set point,” a genetic fixed level of happiness that regulates our temperament, mood, and emotions. Genetic studies show that 50 percent of our happiness level is genetically determined, our “set point,” while another 10 percent is affected by our life circumstances and situation. The remaining 40 percent is under our control, and is determined by our habits, attitude, and outlook on life. • When very positive or negative events occur in our lives, such as winning the lottery or losing a loved one, happiness temporarily increases or decreases, but we eventually settle back to our set point. • Folks coming back from a “very relaxing” vacation will experience the happiness effect for about two weeks before returning to their baseline level. • So what can we do to boost our happiness level? Experts say that an “attitude of gratitude” is one of the major things we can do. Daily acknowledging the things we are thankful for is linked with a sunny outlook on life. Counting your blessings produces optimism, which contributes to better immune health and other health benefits. • Happy folks set goals, which contribute to hope and looking forward to a brighter future. Goals challenge a person toward learning and self-improvement. • The first leader of Tuskegee Institute, Booker T. Washington said, “I began learning long ago that those who are happiest are those who do the most for others.” A 2008 Harvard Business School study supports Washington’s belief, concluding that “spending money on others actually makes us happier than spending it on ourselves.” • Research indicates that happy people are more likely to “be older, not smoke, have fewer educational qualifications, do strenuous exercise, live with a partner, do religious or group activities, and sleep for eight hours a night.” They avoid social comparison and blaming others or circumstances, but rather nurture relationships, and practice acts of kindness and forgiveness. Criticizing others and complaining fuels unhappiness, as well as having a negative impact on positive relationships. • Happy people recognize that guilt can’t change the past and worry can’t change the future. They make peace with their past and live in the present. The past is only used as a measure of how far they’ve come. 1. Name a synonym for “dolt.” 2. What is Lambeau Field’s nickname?
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DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My cat “Sheena” has had horrible bad breath for the past six months, and nothing seems to help. She is almost 14 years old, spayed and in good health. I supplement her diet occasionally with a pill -- brewer’s yeast and garlic -- crushed up in her food. I also use special dental-care dry foods and dental-care treats. I brush her teeth (when she lets me) and massage her gums. I also put parsley in her wet food occasionally. What else can I try? --Deborah W., via email DEAR DEBORAH: From your email it appears that Sheena sees the vet regularly, which is important for senior pets in particular. While bad breath (halitosis) often is due to dental problems like gingivitis -- where bacteria builds up in the mouth around the gums and contributes to a foul odor -- other conditions like diabetes, digestive disorders, cancer and even sinus inflammation have bad breath as a symptom. So make sure cats with chronic halitosis get a complete exam to rule out other underlying issues. As for home solutions to simple halitosis: You’re doing all the right things. However, as Sheena ages, her immune system might make her more vulnerable to gum disease. Keep it up, especially massaging her gums and trying to brush her teeth. Instead of a brush, you could try swiping her teeth with a cotton ball or very soft cloth soaked in warm water, a gentle swipe from the gum line downward. Additionally, be careful with the amount of brewer’s yeast and garlic you give her daily, because garlic is toxic to cats. Follow the right dosage for her weight. Send your questions, comments and tips to ask@pawscorner.com. (c) 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.
Taiwan Chicken Salad It’s the end of March, so maybe we’ll be seeing some warmer weather and you’ll feel like having a dish that makes it feel more like summer. 1/2 cup Kraft fat-free mayonnaise 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 2 cups diced cooked chicken breast 1 cup pea pods or snow peas 3/4 cup shredded carrots 1/4 cup chopped green onion 2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted (optional) 2 cups shredded lettuce 1. In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, soy sauce and ginger. Add chicken, pea pods, carrots, green onion and sesame seeds, if desired. Mix well to combine. 2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes. Just before serving, stir in lettuce. Makes 4 (1 cup) servings. HINT: If you don’t have leftovers, purchase a chunk of cooked chicken breast from your local deli. * Each serving equals: 153 calories, 1g fat, 1g protein, 10g carbs, 343mg sodium, 18mg calcium, 2g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 2 1/2 Meat, 1 Vegetable; Carb Choices: 1. (c) 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.
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by Samantha Weaver * It was the 32nd president of the United States, Franklin D. Roosevelt, who made the following sage observation: “Government by organized money is just as dangerous as government by organized mob.” * You might be surprised to learn that Helen Keller, best known as the first blind and deaf person to earn a bachelor’s degree, loved performing. She spent years on vaudeville tours, and in 1919 she starred in “Deliverance,” a silent film about her life. * In the Canadian town of Churchill, Manitoba, most people don’t lock their car doors. The primary motivation for this practice isn’t trust (although, of course, trust is required), but public safety: A pedestrian who unexpectedly encounters a polar bear will be able to find refuge in any car along the street. * With warmer weather approaching, you might want to consider heading to Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, to witness an annual rite of spring. Students at Lake Superior State University gather on (or near) the first day of spring for the annual Snowman Burning. Started in 1971 by a campus club known as the Unicorn Hunters, the tradition involves setting alight a 12-foottall “snowman” -- usually built of recycled paper, wood and wire -- to celebrate the end of winter. * If you haven’t listened to any new music in a while, chances are you’re over 33. Those who study such things say that’s the age at which Americans would rather stick to what they know than try out new tunes. * If winter seems to be dragging on endlessly, be glad you don’t live on Uranus; there, winter lasts 21 years. *** Thought for the Day: “I myself have never been able to find out precisely what feminism is: I only know that people call me a feminist whenever I express sentiments that differentiate me from a doormat.” -- Dame Rebecca West (c) 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.
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LAMBRUSCO 1. The Three Stooges 2. Vice-President Richard Nixon 3. Lambasting 4. Lambent 5. Lampoon
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