Beach To Bay Times - January issue by Molly L. Hilligoss

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EDITOR’S NOTE

January is typically the month when I recap all of our family’s accomplishments from the previous year and I create a list for the upcoming year of about 10 goals bucket lists, to-do’s, etc… so here goes… My Goals for 2014 – Making & Creating Memories! 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

Nurture my relationships with others. Take a Mother/Daughter trip to New York City Take the family ice-skating at The Carousel in Ocean City Take my son and go horseback riding at the new Castle Farm Andalusians. Coordinate Business-After-Hours events for my husband’s new business. Dust off my easel and paint an oil painting, or two! Learn how to Milk Paint so that I can redo my daughter’s bedroom furniture. Roast my own coffee beans & eat more organic foods. Brew my own batch of peach or strawberry infused beer (not sure if its possible but it sounds delicious!) 10. Appreciate each day as a gift from God. Historically, if I write down my goals, I am more likely to achieve them. A friend of mine sent me a Holiday photo card and letter of all the things her family didn’t achieve. It was pretty funny. I think this year; I am going to set a goal for myself to not take life too seriously.

Happy New Year!

Molly Molly Hilligoss

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New Mural in Downtown Salisbury By Julie Messick It’s Bald Eagle Nesting Season

by Teena Ruark Gorrow and Craig A. Koppie

About our Cover Artists Garden Girl by Tiffanie Nichols

There’s a new Brewmaster in Town by Molly Hilligoss

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New Mural in Downtown Salisbury By Julie Messick

The mural on the side of CFS Tax Solutions on East Main Street has been defining the side of that building since 1999. A student at Salisbury University has a vision for a new mural to go in its place. The current mural was painted in 1999 by the Delmarva Sign Association in memory of Lauren Kogan-Roth. The three panels of the mural feature Holloway Hall at Salisbury University, a goose flying over the footbridge at the Salisbury City Park and the Wicomico County Courthouse in downtown Salisbury. The names of businesses that helped make the mural happen are featured in the borders of the mural. Elissa Salerno, a Senior Drawing major at Salisbury University is em-

barking on her first mural project. She came up with the idea for this mural from an assignment she did for one of her Art classes at Salisbury University. This mural is designed to point out things that have changed on the face of Downtown Salisbury and she hopes that it will bring the community together to remember the past and reflect on the future of the Downtown area. Elissa was involved in the Memories of Downtown exhibit created by Susan Holt at the 31st Annual Salisbury Festival this past April. After receiving approval to complete the mural by the Historic District Committee, Elissa hopes to have the mural complete by the spring.

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January 1 New Year’s Day Annual Beach Walk

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January 2 Blood Donation Drive in Cambridge

12-7:45 pm: Immanuel United Church of Christ, 5401 White Hall Road (at US Rt. 50), Cambridge, in the Fellowship Hall. The Blood Bank of Delmarva will be welcoming donors to give this most precious gift. Call 888-825-6638 or visit www.DelmaraBlood org to schedule a time to donate

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bald Eagle Nesting Season on Delmarva

By Teena Ruark Gorrow and Craig A. Koppie With wings outstretched, two adult bald eagles soar high above the snow covered field. Sunlight dances across white head and tail feathers as these magnificent raptors turn and glide, wing-to-wing through the air. Like mirror images, they perform aerial maneuvers in perfect harmony. One flies in front, then they briefly separate before circling back together. They suddenly disappear

behind a patch of loblolly pine trees and then meet high in the sky to start their courtship flight. Skillfully locking their feet together, they cartwheel through the air in a free fall. Just before reaching the ground, they unlock their feet to soar skyward for another sky-dancing flight. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s January on the Delmarva Peninsula and time for American bald eagles to mate. Spotting bald eagles is becoming a common occurrence across Delmarva, especially during winter months as eagles return to their territories for nesting season. In fact, Dorchester County, with its wetlands and undisturbed forested habitat, is

home to the region’s highest concentration of nesting bald eagles. Delmarva’s eagles usually construct nests in the upper branches of tall loblolly pines overlooking the marsh and water where they forage food. Nest size is generally predetermined by the tree’s limb arrangement. Nests can be quite large and weigh more than a ton, especially if used for successive breeding seasons. Eagle pairs typically have at least two nests and decide which one to use by late autumn. Whether building a new nest or renovating one used during a previous nesting season, it takes time and effort to create a home for the next brood of chicks. With their strong talons, eagles snap branches in flight from nearby treetops, carry them to the nest, and weave each in place with their beaks and feet. They search for dried grasses from nearby fields to cover crisscrossed sticks inside the nest. The eagles then form a soft cup under the grasses where the eggs will be laid, and pile additional grasses in mounds around the lip of the egg cup for added protection and warmth. Sprigs of pine, pinecones, shells, and corncobs, are also brought to the nest. In early February, female eagles will begin egg-laying.

Eggs are laid one at a time and a few days apart. While this region’s nesting eagles lay a clutch of one to three eggs, the most common clutch size is two. It is a rare occurrence to observe more than a three-egg clutch. Yet, several four-chick broods have been documented on Delmarva since 1986, which is nationally unprecedented. Until hatching begins in March, the male and female eagles will take turns incubating their eggs to keep them warm and dry. Once hatched, and if all goes well with the growing eaglets, the young will fledge in about 12 weeks. To read more about bald eagle nesting season, look for the new book co-authored by Gorrow and Koppie, Inside a Bald Eagle’s Nest. Published by Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., the book is now available through local and on-line booksellers.

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& Craig A. Koppie Teena Ruark Gorrow and Craig A. Koppie join their passion for bald eagles and enjoyment of wildlife photography to capture the remarkable behaviors of America’s national symbol during nesting season in their new book, Inside a Bald Eagle’s Nest.

Gorrow, award-winning co-author of The ABC’s of Wellness for Teachers and professor of teacher education at Salisbury University, is a career educator whose former roles include public school teacher and administrator. She delights in observing eagles with her husband near their home on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. With a deep appreciation for wildlife and the environment, she desires to inspire others toward species and habitat protection. Koppie, an eagle/raptor biologist and eagle spokesperson for the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Chesapeake Bay Field Office, has amassed an extensive 30-year work history with bald eagle research and recovery initiatives including a host of accomplishments and awards. His focus includes integrating science, education, and outreach initiatives to raise public awareness about bald eagles. He makes his home near Annapolis with his wife and children. Together, Gorrow and Koppie also function as their book’s photographers. Cover photograph ©TRGorrow and nest photograph ©CAKoppie. Information in this article is based on Inside a Bald Eagle’s Nest (Gorrow & Koppie, 2013, Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.) View information about the book at http://www.schifferbooks.com/index.php?main_page=product_book_ info&cPath=958_562_565&products_id=5376. Gorrow can be reached by emailing trgorrow@ yahoo.com and Koppie can be reached by emailing ckoppie@comcast.net.

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January 3 First Friday Arts on the River in Snow Hill

Snow Hill’s monthly First Friday event, Downtown Snow Hill, Free, Shops open till 8PM, info 410-632-3555

January 3-31 Bishop’s Stock Art Gallery Studio Sweep Sale

Did Santa forget fine art in your stocking? January is the last chance to get great buys on original fine art your own collection. Snow Hill, MD. Call Bishop’s Stock for hours. 410-632-3555

January 3 Square Dancing Club

Meets at Maple School 7:30-10 pm: Maple Elementary School on Egypt Rd, Cambridge; Dorchester Swingers square dancing club holds its monthly dance on the 1st Friday of each month. Cost is $7 for guest members to dance. Club members and observers are free. Refreshments will be provided. Come and enjoy a fun night of dancing and socializing. Call Roger Parks at 410-221-1978 or Robert Geisler a 410-9019711 to check on the event.

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January 4 Indoor Yard Sale

7 a.m. – Noon; Clean out your house, or some for some great finds! Admission $2 for shoppers. Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, Salisbury, MD more info online www. WicomicoCivicCenter.org

January 5th Delmarva Bridal Showcase

Sunday, Noon – 4 p.m. Ease the stress and save time in planning your wedding. Located at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, Salisbury, MD more info online www. WicomicoCivicCenter.org

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“JUST ASK ANN” Dear Ann, My husband passed suddenly about two months ago. I am in my late 60’s and nervous about my future health. I heard somewhere that if I ever need nursing home care, and require Medicare to pay for care, that I have to exhaust my savings, etc. First. Does that include my home? A friend of mine said that I should deed my home over to my children several years before I think I will need Medicare. This scares me too. Help! Brenda Dear Brenda, My first piece of advice is not really legal advice, but practical advice: If your husband passed away recently and suddenly, you are probably still in emotional shock. It may be too soon for you to make any major decisions about your future or your property. I would suggest you consult a lawyer you can trust to give you “elder law’ guidance. But wait a while

before you make any major changes. I suggest you do talk to an attorney soon, though, because, in Maryland, when you lose a spouse, it can immediately affect your property rights. For instance, you have a home. Most married couples who own a home together will hold title as ‘tenants by the entireties”. If your deed is worded in this way, when your husband passed away the home immediately became 100% yours. This means that your deceased husband’s individual creditors do not have any claim to the equity in your home. But it also means if one of your individual creditors obtains a judgment against you, that judgment can attach to your home equity. Medicare and State of Maryland Medicaid are different programs. The regulations for both change and seem to change often. So, there is no way to foretell what they may be in the far future if you need nursing home care. But, basically, if you have assets available to pay for your own care, you may have to use those assets to pay your own expenses. Fearing this, many elderly homeowners do change their Deeds. Of course, as your friend suggested, one way to change the ownership of your home is just to deed the home outright over to you children.

NER LEGAL CORNER LEGAL CORNER LEGAL CORNER L But is this really a good idea? What if one of your sons suffers a financial setback? If one of his creditors sues him, then that judgment could attach to the home equity that once was yours. You are also giving up all of your own rights when you sign this Deed. You cannot sell your home, or even refinance it. Your children, who now own the home, will be in complete control. I more often suggest that the parent who wishes to change the Deed grant her children a “remainder interest” reserving a “life estate”. Under this form of ownership, the home remains yours during your lifetime. But, upon your death, it legally becomes the property of your children named in the Deed. But, again, there can be complications. Unless you retain the power to encumber or convey the home, you still need your children’s’ signatures in order to sell or refinance. But if you do retain these powers, your home equity could be vulnerable to the claims of creditors. Your friend is right about the importance of the timing. Once you execute a Deed to your children, or anybody else, for no money, there is a “look back” period. This period varies depending on the reason for the Deed and the reason for the “look back”.

There are other alternatives you may want to consider before you decide to give your children your home. If you need more monthly income than you have to live on, or some financial reserves, you might want to consider a reverse mortgage. A reverse mortgage can allow you to use your own home equity for your own needs. It does not have to be repaid until you move from your home permanently, or until you die. If this all sounds overwhelming, it is. And this is only very basic information. All the better reason to consult a lawyer soon and not to make any major decisions until you are sure of your course. Ann Shaw is an attorney practicing in Salisbury. She has more than twenty years’ real estate, business law, and bankruptcy law experience. Each month she will address one submitted question of general interest. Responding to any question in print does not create an attorney-client relationship. Attorney-client privilege does not apply to published questions and answers. All information is general information only and is not meant as specific legal advice. For specific legal advice, always consult your own attorney.

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Financial Resolutions for the New Year About 45% of Americans usually make New Year’s resolutions, according to a survey from the University of Scranton. But the same survey shows that only 8% of us actually keep our resolutions. Perhaps this low success rate isn’t such a tragedy when our resolutions involve things like losing a little weight or learning a foreign language. But when we make financial resolutions — resolutions that, if achieved, could significantly help us in our pursuit of our important long-term goals — it’s clearly worthwhile to make every effort to follow through.

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to finish 2014 with a smaller debt load than you had going into the new year. The lower your monthly debt payments, the more money you’ll have to invest for retirement, college for your children (or grandchildren) and other important objectives. Build your emergency fund. Work on building an “emergency fund” containing six to 12 months’ worth of living expenses, with the money held in a liquid account that offers a high degree of preservation of principal. Without such a fund, you might be forced to dip into your long-term investments to pay for emergencies, such as a new furnace, a major car repair, and so on. You might not be able to finish creating your emergency fund in one year, but contribute as much as you can afford. Plan for your protection needs. If you don’t already have the proper amounts of life and disability insurance in place, put it on your “To Do” list for 2014. Also, if you haven’t taken steps to protect yourself from the considerable costs of long-term care, such as an extended

So, what sorts of financial resolutions might you consider? Here are a few possibilities: • Boost your contributions to your retirement plans. Each year, try to put in a little more to your IRA and your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plans. These tax-advantaged accounts are good options for your retirement savings strategy. • Reduce your debts. It’s not always easy to reduce your debts, but make it a goal

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nursing home stay, consult with your financial professional, who can suggest the appropriate protection or investment vehicles. You may never need such care, but that’s a chance you may not want to take — and the longer you wait, the more expensive your protection options may become. • Don’t overreact to market volatility. Too many people head to the investment “sidelines” during market downturns. But if you’re not invested, then you miss any potential market gains— and the biggest gains are often realized at the early stages of the rally. • Focus on the long term. You can probably check your investment balance online, which means you can do it every day, or even several times a day — but should you? If you’re following a strategy that’s appropriate for your needs, goals, risk tolerance and time horizon, you’re already doing what you should be doing in the long run. So there’s no need to stress yourself over the shortterm movements that show up in your investment statements.

Do whatever you can to turn these New Year’s resolutions into realities. Your efforts could pay off well beyond 2014. www.edwardjones.com

Your Timing Won’t Be Off

When You Invest Systematically If one of your worries is whether you’re investing at the right time, it shouldn’t be. By investing a set amount of money on a regular basis, you establish a simple routine that can help make your financial goals a reality.

In addition, investing systematically can help: • Make it possible to use market fluctuations to your advantage • Add potential growth and diversification to your portfolio • Keep your long-term financial goals in focus Investing a set amount of money on a regular basis does not ensure a profit and does not protect against loss in declining markets. Such a plan involves continual investment in securities regardless of fluctuating price levels of such securities. You should consider your financial ability to continue the purchases through periods of low price levels.

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January 8 TWO GREEN DOORS The abc’s of Milk Paint

6:00 pm In this workshop we will cover the basics of proper milk paint mixing, the different finishes available, and the smooth versus the “chippy goodness” looks. You will use what you learn to create a sign to take home and show off to family and friends. Class runs approximately 3 hours. All supplies provided. Get your friends together for an afternoon or evening of fun and enjoy 10% off all paint products purchased the day of the workshop. Call 410-251-1119 for more information.

January 8 Brushes and Bubbly

7-9PM; A fun evening of painting with friends taught by Kathi Stevens. No experience necessary. All supplies provided Ages: Adults 21 and over. Bring your own beverage $. Call for cost and details. OC Center for the Arts 502 94th St.; call to sign up 410-524-9433.

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Jan. 9 – Jan. 12 Disney on Ice: Passport to Adventure

Join Mickey and Minnie as they travel to 4 magical destinations! Thursday-Sunday, Located at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, Salisbury, MD more info online www. WicomicoCivicCenter.org for times & prices.

January 10th 2nd Friday Art Stroll

Downtown Berlin Free, Shops open till 8PM, Many stores have featured guest artists and specials tonight.

January 11 2nd SATURDAY PEOPLE’S VOICE SERIES

10 am: The DCRCC holds “People’s Voice”. The meetings are held at the High Spot Gastropub in Cambridge on the 2nd Saturday of each month. These will be interactive events designed to let the people learn about topics, ask questions & make their positions known. There is no charge to attend the meeting. Attendees can purchase breakfast from the delicious options on Chef Fanning’s breakfast menu. More info, contact politiclee@gmail.com

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I would like your advice on creating an indoor herb garden that can be planted outside in the spring….

rab a container…any container, and let’s get going. Technically, an ‘herb’ is any seed-bearing plant that does not have a woody stem and dies to the ground after flowering, but, for our purposes an ‘herb’ is any plant with leaves, seeds, or flowers used for flavoring, food, medicine, or perfume and in some cases for spiritual usage. To create an indoor herb garden, take into consideration what herbs you enjoy cooking with, which herbs ‘cooperate’ with one another (having ‘like needs’), and which herbs will be good ‘companion plants’ with the veggies you plan to plant in the spring. Now grab that container we talked about earlier…. Any container can be made into suitable planter with a little tweaking….. plants need good drainage so if your planter does not have a drainage hole, a space or reservoir needs to be created for the drained water at the bottom of the container. This can be done by simply placing an inverted bowl or small cup (that you poked into) in the bottom of the container – just enough to keep the soil from staying submerged in the “drained” water. You can also purchase ‘self-watering’ containers that already have a built in reservoir. I like to use a very light soilless potting mix to help prevent root rot even further. Next tip: make sure your container is large enough to hold the herbs you plan to plant in your garden. When looking at your plan for what to grow

in your spring garden, figure out what your favorite herbs are and then figure out what their companion plants are. Basil, Ocimum basilicum, is a popular herb for container plantings. It has many companion plants but some favorites are asparagus and veggies in the nightshade family (tomatoes, bell and chili peppers). Basil also helps increase the oil production in chamomile, lavender, and oregano. Another plus to growing Basil varieties clockwise: basil in your container garden is that there are so many beautiful varieties. Basil requires very well drained soil, ‘Sweet’, ‘Spicy Globe’, monthly slow-release organic fertilizer and a sunny lo- ‘Boxwood’, ‘Red Rubin’ cation where it will receive 6-8 hours of sunlight. Herbs with similar requirements include chives which will give you height and creeping thyme which will add aesthetic diversity by allowing the eye to travel around your container garden. Chives’ companions include apples, carrots, tomatoes and brassica (broccoli, cabbage, mustard, etc.). You could even pop a marigold or two in your container garden. They have the same A companion plant is, by cultural requirements as basil, chives and definition, “the close planting thyme and are companions to most plants, especially cucurbits (cucumbers, gourds & of different plants that enhance squash). each other’s growth or protect Have fun designing your creation and reeach other from pests.” In other member to follow the planting instructions words, it is about two plants on the plant tags that come with your herbs. helping each other out. Until next time… respect the Earth, your plants will love you for it.

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January 11 TWO GREEN DOORS BYOF (Bring Your Own Furniture)

9:30 am Bring a small piece of furniture you can comfortably carry (small side table, chair, nightstand, picture frame, stool). I will guide you through the steps of prep, painting, distressing techniques, and finishing. Class is approximately 4-5 hours. All supplies and a light meal provided. Get your friends together for a fun afternoon or evening and take home a finished piece of furniture for your home! Enjoy 10% off all paint purchases the day of the workshop. Call 410-2511119 for more information.

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5-9 pm: Monthly celebration in downtown Cambridge features gallery openings, late shopping hours at great stores offering special deals, and entertainment in downtown restaurants. Music continues after that in some restaurants. www.cambridgemainstreet.com

January 15 Pasta and Pottery

5 - 8PM; Enjoy a delicious pasta dinner with wine, then make your own pasta bowl in our pottery studio with instructor Erik Hertz. No experience necessary. Ages: Must be 21 to be served wine. Soft drinks available. $ Call for cost and details. OC Center for the Arts 502 94th St.; call to sign up 410-524-9433.

January 15 ART IN THE EVENING – Art in the 21st Century - “Humor”

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January 16th Stroke Survivors Group

1-2 p.m.: Pleasant Day Medical Adult Day Care, 2474 Cambridge Beltway, Cambridge, MD; Call 410-228-0190 or 410-476-3100 for more information, to register, or to request respite care.

There is a New Brewmaster in Town! Local Chef and Educator, Tony Hilligoss, opens Delmarva’s First Brew On Premise Beer and wine supply store in Berlin. There comes a time in a man’s life when he just decides to stop dreaming about his future and takes the risk to go for it! His dream became a reality Dec 10th with the opening of Brews Up, a Brew On Premise – Beer & Wine supply store in Berlin, MD. For Chef Tony Hilligoss, his dream started 5 Christmas’s ago when he received a Mr. Beer Kit under the tree. After making his first batch, he started buying craft beer kits and brewing beer at home. Soon his wife encouraged him start making wine,

for her, of course! Friends and relatives soon started stopping by to taste Tony’s IPAs, Belgium Ales, Pumpkin Ales and Porters. It soon became apparent that he had a knack for making a darn good beer. While on a summer vacation, Tony and his wife stopped by several beer & wine supply stores and it occurred to him that his future retirement plan was staring at him. He knew he could open a supply store and blend his passion for teaching others into it. He contacted the State of Maryland and they encouraged him to apply for a Family Beer & Wine permit – which allows Brews Up to offer tastings of beer and wine for those interested in purchasing a kit to Brew On Premise. Brew On Premise means that a

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customer can use the equipment at Brews Up to brew their own beer or make their own wine, right in the shop, under the direction and supervision of the staff at Brews Up. Most people that want to get started in making their own beer and wine need some one-on-one advice to get started. Tony and his staff at Brews

Up do just that - plus they share their passion for beer and wine making with free classes as well as scheduled Brew On Premise appointments.

So Just BREW IT at Brews Up!

443-513-4744 Stop by Brews Up, on Rt 113 South, Berlin â&#x20AC;&#x201C; across from the Worcester County baseball fields. GPS: 9028 Worcester Hwy, Berlin, MD Brews Up is open Monday â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Friday, 11am-7pm and Saturdays 9am-4pm.

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January 17 Downtown Salisbury 3rd Fridays:

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5-8pm. Business & Restaurants Open. Vendors in the Powell Building. Free Parking after 5PM. www.3rdFridaySby.com

January 18 & 19 Bishop’s Stock’s Arists-in-Residence

Ed and Emmy Challenger. Meet, visit with and buy art from accomplished artists Ed & Emmy Challenger. Bishop’s Stock Art & Wine Gallery, Historic Snow Hill, MD.

SUNSET BY THE RIVER BY KIRK MC BRIDE

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January 18, 2014 Picture Windows, Painted Screen Workshop

January 19 Mad Scientists: Amazing science 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM At the Ward Museum experiments for kids. of Wildfowl Art Free admission to the lecture; $15 to create your own magical screen (screens and materials provided). Celebrate the Baltimore Folk Tradition of Screen Painting with the Ward Museum. Elaine Eff, author of “The Painted Screens of Baltimore: An Urban Folk Art Revealed”, will begin the afternoon with a discussion of her book and an opportunity to purchase a signed copy. After hearing about this wonderful tradition, join renowned screen painter John Lampieri for a workshop in which all participants will take home a painted screen of their own creation.

2 PM to 3:30 PM Location: EEC Assateague (Old Assateague National Seashore Visitor Center) Cost: free for Coast Kids members, $5.00 for non-members. Please register at www.actforbays.org/ coastkids/

January 20 Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration

Located at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, Salisbury, MD more info online www.WicomicoCivicCenter.org for times & prices.

Songs Guaranteed to get

you a speeding ticket . . .

by Lonnie Strum

Reprinted with permission, originally posted on 10/23/13 on StrumingConsulting.com

I love driving. On the first day I had my driver’s license as a 17-year old, I drove into New York City. I was fearless; but thankfully I was not a crazy driver. I just loved the sensation of driving. Traffic was a hassle then (even more so now) but driving on an open road was a real thrill. I recently drove solo to Durham, NC to visit the Duke & Diet Center, a subject of a recent Struming, American Obesity: A Heavyweight Problem. The drive was roughly 400 miles from Southern NJ. Piece o’ cake. I’ve done it many times. If you can avoid DC traffic, it’s a 6-7 hour trip. Once you’ve driven around the country as our family did in the summer of 1999, a 400 mile drive seems like nothing. One of the things I love on my drive is listening to my iPod, in particular listening to the hard driving songs for the open road. These songs are guaranteed to get your head and body moving. Moreover, independent research has shown conclusively that there’s a physiological response to listening to these songs causing one to depress one’s right foot on the gas pedal while driving (OK, I made that up, but I believe it). These are great driving songs, in fact the top 20 driving songs of all time, at least I say so. Not only are they great to listen to, but they’re great to sing along to screaming the key lyrics while other drivers look at you strangely. (Admit it, you do this sometimes too) Though this list has some modest overlap (2 songs) with the Strumings Top 20 records of all time, this is a unique list. I dare you to create a mix of these songs and listen to them on your next long distance drive. However I take no responsibility for the speeding ticket you’ll receive.

So here are the official top 20 driving songs of all time, in reverse order: 34

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Super Freak - Rick James

Tell me you don’t want to shake your booty every time you hear this, and its ripped-off twin, U Can’t Touch This.

Some Lovin’ - Spencer Davis Group 19 Gimme I have no idea who Spencer Davis was, but I surely can hear the distinctive voice of a young Steve Winwood on this song singing , “So glad you made it”. You made it, Stevie. I’m a Man was also a great song for this short lived English 60s group.

That Funky Music - Wild Cherry 18 Play A one hit wonder, these white kids from Ohio had this funkadelic thunderbolt in the 70s. Makes me want to lay down and boogie and play that funky music ‘til I die.

Too Sexy—Right Said Fred 17 I’m This tune is also on the top 20 records of all time. I love it. Yes, I took a ton of grief for its inclusion on that list. This is only song that I know that uses the term catwalk memorably in the lyrics. Love that double clap thing too.

She Wants To Do Is Dance—Don Henley 16 All This is a great Don Henley song from the very first note. Dirty Laundry is a great driving song too.

Grove—Doobie Brothers 15 China A classic from the Tom Johnston Doobies era, the guitar intro of this song is brilliant. Long Train Running is also a great driving tune.

Springsteen & The E Street Band 14 Badlands-Bruce This is one where I incorrectly sing the lyrics after shouting the word Badlands. 35

Thing Leads to Another-The Fixx 13 One The Fixx was an under-rated group, and this tune this may be one of the best ever “top

of the hour” songs. As a weekend DJ at an album rock station in the 80s I looked for songs that had a strong beginning which I could play at the top of the hour while reciting the call letters—in that case “105.5 is…WDHA-FM Dover, the Rock of New Jersey”

Chung—Everybody Have Fun Tonight 12 Wang This was one of the two cross-overs from the top 20 songs of all time. As a marketing guy I admire how this group integrated their name into the song. Brilliant “nameonics”. (“Everybody have Fun Tonight, Everybody Wang Chung tonight”).

Irresistible-Robert Palmer 11 Simply I loved the video of this too. Pepsi used it in a commercial back in the 80s too. “She’s So Fine, There’s no telling where the money went”–great lyrics. The late Robert Palmer was very cool.

Dead 10 Bertha-Grateful The Dead is favorite band, I love listening to virtually all Dead music. But Bertha makes me “Move, really had to move”

Higher & Higher—Moody Blues

Somebody To Love—Jefferson Airplane

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Whole Lotta Love–Led Zeppelin

“Blasting, billowing, bursting forth with the power of ten billion butterfly sneezes. Man with his flaming pyre has conquered the wayward breezes” Need I say more? OK, I inhaled in the 70s. But not while driving. What a great band! I wish they made more music and didn’t break apart so quickly. Great song. Volunteers was a classic driving song too. This was cut one on Led Zeppelin II. I almost never got to cut two.

Mony, Mony—Tommy James & the Shondells

This was also covered by Billy Idol and many others. Great song. Yes, I sing the “enhanced lyrics” in the car while driving (don’t ask if you don’t know).

Enter Sandman-Metallica

Would I Lie To You—Eurythmics

Whip It-Devo

Life During Wartime—Talking Heads

Born to Be Wild—Steppenwolf

This obviously has a special place in my heart as I remember the career of Mariano Rivera running in from the bullpen to this tune. I have my Mariano bobblehead as a reminder. It was wonderful watching 50,000 Hispanics, Hassids, Blacks, Asians and New Yorkers of all races sing the words “Exit Light, Enter Night” as Mo entered. I want to hear the first 30 seconds over and over and over again. What a beginning! I loved the flower pot hats too. Great song and lyrics to die for.. “Step on a brick. Break your mama’s back” The Heads are my 2nd favorite band after the Grateful Dead. You may not recognize the title of this tune, but you can’t forget the key lyric “This Ain’t No Party. This Ain’t No Disco. This Ain’t No Foolin’ Around” This 1968 Steppenwolf classic is the ultimate driving song, from note one to the first lyrics…”Get Your Motor Runnin’. Head Out On The Highway”. This song was used in countless movies (including the classic Easy Rider) and commercials as well. Magic Carpet Ride wasn’t chopped liver either.

So that’s it. The top 20 driving tunes of all time. Guaranteed to get you a speeding ticket on the open road. But please, make no reference to pork products when you get pulled over.

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Jan 22nd LESCH Annual Luncheon & Awards Meeting

Wednesday, January 22, 2014 at the Wicomico Co. Youth & Civic Center in the Flanders Room. The event honors Heritage Award winners and includes full luncheon, keynote speaker, as well as a silent auction fundraiser. Recent FY13 Mini Grant award winning projects will be on display and organizations will be on hand to talk about the success of their projects through the LESHC mini grant program. Early bird paid registration of $25 per person is due by Jan. 10, 2014. After Jan. 10, $30 per person. Advance pay only. Contact LESHC at 410 677-4706 or leshc1@aol.com for more information. Mail paid registration to LESHC, 212 W Main St, Suite 309, Salisbury, MD 21801. The event is open to the public and all are invited to attend.

January 23 SALON: ART OF RELATIONSHIPS

Hosted creative/intellectual gatherings – tickets online; www.rehobothartleague.org; For more info & directions call: 302-227-8408. Say you saw it here! s in a leave Stops ...and . ger nds stran as frie Infused Oils & Vinegars • Specialty Foods • Unique Gifts 100 Green Street • Snow Hill, MD 21863 www.TheCornerShoppe.co • 240-426-0530 Hours: Wednesday-Saturday 12pm-9pm

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11/2 (Saturday) Oyster Festival St. Michaels, MD 11/2 (Saturday) Chincoteague Island Family YMCA Chin-Dig

The YMCA Chin-Dig is a fundraiser held at Tom’s Cove Park. Come out for an evening of fun and help raise money for the Island’s YMCA! For more details visit www.middelmarvaymca.org/chincoteague/,

January 24 & 25 Lone Star Rodeo

See real cowboys and girls in action with the Bulls, Broncs and Barrels Tour! Located at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, Salisbury, MD more info online www.WicomicoCivicCenter.org for times & prices.

January 25 Chicken N Dumplin Dinner

Immanuel United Church of Christ, 5401 White Hall Road, Cambridge, MD 410-2284640 or 410-228-5167 www.immanuelucc. com, info@immanuelucc.com Expanded menu. Say you saw this in Beach To Bay Times.

January 31 “Starving Artist” Dinner

5 - 8PM Purchase one of the handcrafted bowls, fill it with soup donated by local restaurants and help the hungry through the Empty Bowl Project. Proceeds benefit Diakonia and ALOC. Cost: $20 which includes the handcrafted bowl. Call for details. OC Center for the Arts 502 94th St.; call to sign up 410-524-9433.

Jan. 31 & Feb. 1 Monster Truck Winter Nationals

Bigfoot, and the nation’s top monster trucks are coming to Salisbury. Located at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, Salisbury, MD more info online www.WicomicoCivicCenter.org for times & prices.

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ReStauRant HouRS: 11aM -10pM Mon-Sat DeliveRy HouRS: 11aM-2pM & 5pM-10pM

Human Trafficking Awareness Month - January by Brittney D. Herz

Most people think that human trafficking is something that only happens overseas, something that isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t relevant to them and their daily lives. Unfortunately that is not the case. Every week it seems like more and more people are being exposed to sex trafficking rings right here in the United States, and recently in the state of Maryland. In 2012 there were over 200 victims of sex trafficking in Maryland alone. Although this problem is not a new one it is just in recent history starting to get national exposure. It is one of those societal issues that was never talked about before. Human Trafficking Awareness Month is to help break that barrier that says it shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be talked about. Without awareness of the problem we will never get anywhere close to being able to solve it. Human trafficking covers a wide range of activities including forced labor and forced prostitution and is basically modern day slavery. It has become an economic powerhouse to those who are in charge while the victims receive little to nothing and are considered lucky to make it out alive and without permanent injury. Although human trafficking is a

problem all over the world, the way that people get their victims seems to vary from place to place. In the states the leaders of these sex trafficking operations tend to aim for disadvantaged teenage girls. They offer them money, clothes, food, and security. To many girls this seems like an ideal route for them to take. Where you find victims of human trafficking can vary as well. They can forced to work in brothels, massage parlors, hotels, escort services, and even out on the street. Awareness needs to be brought to the attention of everyone, especially those who purchase women. You may be unknowingly purchasing a slave. For every 100 victims that have been identified only 8 offenders have been brought to justice. Overseas the problem has become so severe that it is almost considered a normal way of life. Many girls are sold before they even reach puberty into human trafficking by their parents, grandparents, siblings, whoever is supposed to care for them. With food shortages and economic depression becoming ramped a lot of people consider being sold into prostitution a better alternative than starving to death. However, the victims get no say in their future. Once

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Follow the two-step application process: 1. Submit an application to Salisbury University. Apply to Salisbury University at: www.salisbury.edu/apply 2. Complete the music audition process. For more information visit: www.salisbury.edu/musicdept/audition.html 410-543-6385

out of the brothels it is almost impossible for a girl to get any sort of employment other than returning to prostitution. They are shunned by their communities and deemed less than human in some cultures. There are many ways to offer support towards the fight against human trafficking. There are nationwide nonprofits such as The Polaris Project, Born to Fly International, and the Hope Project. There are also some local nonprofits that help to combat human trafficking like the Maryland Coalition Rescue and Restore and the Safe House of Hope in Baltimore. For more information please see my Facebook page at www.facebook. com/bdherz.

About our contributing writer:

Brittney D. Herz is the author of Forgotten Stories, a story about a woman (Helena) who awakes in a brothel with no recollection of how she got there. As her memory starts to return she must learn to live as a sex slave while planning her escape back home. The brothelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s secrets slowly start to unravel leaving Helena at her breaking point and with only one chance to freedom. Forgotten Stories is available on Amazon. com in paperback and for Kindle. ISBN 1480218618.

2014 Bridal Events

1/3/2014 2nd Annual “A Night Under the Stars” Wedding Expo & Party

6:30pm till . The Black Diamond Lodge, Fruitland, MD. DJ, Live Entertainment, Fashion Show, Cocktails, Lite Fare and MORE. One lucky guest will win $1000.00 in CASH to be used on any vendor participating in the expo! Doors open at 6:30pm. $8.00 for a single ticket; $14.00 for a couple. www.anightunderthestars.com

1/5/2014 The Delmarva Bridal Showcase

12-4PM . The Wicomico Youth & Civic Center. 500 Glen Avenue, Salisbury, MD. Brides – Free Admission if you register by 12PM on December 24th. $8 advance registration; $10 at the door 888-436-6030. www.delmarvabride.com

1/26/2014 Eastern Shore Bridal Extravaganza

Noon-3PM . River House at Easton Club. 28449 Clubhouse Drive, Easton, MD. http:// bridalextravaganza.org. Tickets $10 in advance, $12 at the door.. Brides-to-be will enjoy a bridal fashion show, along with a complimentary mimosa, before meeting with wedding vendors from across Maryland. The first 100 brides-to-be will receive a deluxe goodie bag! Tickets cost $10 in advance, $12 at the door. For more information call 410822-4653 or visit online.

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Going Green on the Big Screen

Environmental Film Events in 2014!

Assateague Coastal Trust will be sponsoring a series of environmental film screenings throughout the winter of 2014. These fun social events will feature food, drink and, of course, engaging films highlighting environmental challenges and success stories from around the globe geared to inspire.

January 30th “Sharks: Stewards of the Reef”

6PM, Globe Theater, Berlin, MD The film series begins on Thursday, January 30th with a showing of local filmmaker Holiday Johnson’s award winning, “Sharks: Stewards of the Reef” at the Globe Theater in Berlin, MD. This film examines escalating threats to shark populations including habitat destruction and overfishing. Holiday Johnson will be on hand as well to introduce the film and answer any questions. The film will be followed by dinner at the Globe.

Delmarva Public Radio

PROGRAMS FORMAT WAY TO EXPERIENCE RADIO With exciting new programs and a bold new format, Delmarva Public Radio has rededicated itself to providing you with the best news, music, arts and culture from Delmarva – and around the world.

WSCL 89.5 Fine Arts & Culture WSDL 90.7 Rhythm & News www.delmarvapublicradio.net • 410-543-6895

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Heritage Antiques Market 16168 Coastal Hwy., Lewes, DE 302-645-2309

Over 50+ dealers are housed in our 10,000 square foot building. Open Sun-Fri 11AM-5PM; Sat 10AM-5PM

Town Center Antiques 1 N. Main St., Berlin, MD & 11 Pitts St., Berlin, MD 410-629-1985

We have over 100 antique vendors in our 2 locations that encompass an entire square block in downtown historic Berlin. We have it all! Open Mon-Sun 10-5 pm. Follow us on facebook.

Toy Town Antiques & More 115 N. Main St., Berlin, MD 410-641-9370

Over 50+ dealers are housed in our 10,000 square foot building. Open Sun-Fri 11AM-5PM; Sat 10AM-5PM

16168 Coastal Hwy, Lewes, DE

Scarborough Fair Country Store Rt. 50 Mardela Springs, MD 410-749-7979

New, Used, Consignment, Vintage, Antiques & unusual finds in our 7,000 square foot showroom! Plus we have painted furniture, gifts, handcrafted furniture & Best Chairs; Open Mon-Sat 9:305:30PM, Sun 11-5PM; Closed on Wed.

Holly Ridge Lamps & Antiques 1406 S. Salisbury Blvd, Unit A, Salisbury, MD (Lic#2577) 410-742-4392

The largest selection of lamps, lamp shades and parts on the Eastern Shore! Full service repair on site. Beautiful one of a kind hand crafted furniture and antiques. We also buy and trade gold & silver. Find us online at www.Hollyridgelamps.com. Call for hours.

Antiques by the River 310 N. Washington St. (Rt 12) Snow Hill, MD 410-632-2333 Nestled next to the Pocomoke River in Historic DownTown Snow Hill, come browse our large & wonderful selection of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;tiques, uniques and for those lovely gardens, visit our Country Flag Shop. Open Tue-Sun, closed Mon. For appointments call: 443-995-1366.

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Delmarva Coins & Precious Metals PO Box 220, Snow Hill, MD 410-632-2333 www.delmarvacoins.com

We are the Eastern Shore’s division of Coins of the Realm, Inc., providing the best services related to coins, stamp and jewelry. We assist clients in building quality collections at reasonable prices. We also offer strategies for liquidating holdings at customers’ request. Call Garrow King for a private appointment or email at delmarvacoins@gmail.com Lic#ANA LM5910

Just Yesterday 317 High Street, Cambridge, MD (Historical Downtown) 443-225-6963

We are a unique store with many treasures. Specializing in revitalized furniture, home decor, collectibles/antiques, custom signs and shelves & artisan jewelry. We also carry a large selection of Learning Tree cards and gifts. Open Daily except Wednesday. Call for hours.

Maggie’s Hatbox 510 Poplar St. Cambridge, MD 410-901-1200

From the whimsical to the collectible! We have antiques, vintage hats, edectics, pottery and decorative arts. Open Wed-Sun 10AM-4PM and by appointment 443-521-2905

Somerset Choice Antiques & Bookshop 11765 & 11775 Somerset Ave. Princess Anne, MD 410-651-2238 somersetchoiceantiques.org

Come and see the shop that has people talking - downtown Princess Anne - quality consignments - new finds every week - antiques, vintage, cottage, shabby chic and manly-man sections - PLUS the only bookshop in Somerset County!

Classic Collections at the Vault 105 & 132 Market Street Historic Downtown Pocomoke, MD 410-957-9919 Located in quaint downtown Historic Pocomoke City, you will find our unique selection of fine antiques, 18th & 19th century European furniture, sculptures, ornate frames, mirrors and more displayed in a 5500 sq ft classically restored bank. Our estate & gold jewelry includes diamonds & gems at affordable prices. Open Wednesday thru Saturday 10AM-6PM

Fine Arts & Craft Shows

This year, a series of Fine Arts & Crafts Shows will be held at the Gold Coast Mall. Debbie Byrd, whose passion is crafts and helping others, met with the Gold Coast Mall management and they eagerly agreed to allow Debbie to bring her and her 30 vendor friends into the Mall 5 times a year to sell hand crafted fine arts, crafts, wearables and more! The Fine Arts & Crafts Shows in 2014 are: President's Day Weekend

Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Weekend Feb 14, 15 & 16 Fine Art Jewelry

August 16 Perdue Stadium, Salisbury Cruising Weekend - May 16,17,18 Bike Week - September Fall Fest - October Dec 5-7 If you are an artist, looking to sell your items, give Debbie a call at 410-600-5812. Her vendor tables are very affordable.

Did you know... January is National Hot Tea Month!

Candles Wearables and More!

Vendor Table Inquiries: Call Debbie at 410-600-5812

Gold Coast Mall 115th St., Ocean City, MD

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4 - 4:30pm ages 5-12 Interactive activity getting kids on the move while developing healthy, strong and positive fitness routines. Call WOC Fitness 410-213-7000.

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4:30-5:15 ages 5-12 Dance for fitness and for fun to age-appropriate music to get and keep kids movin' and groovin' after school. Call WOC Fitness 410-213-7000.

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Thursdays Mommy-n-Me Yoga with Debbie

11:30-12 ages 18mo - 4 Relax, stretch and bond with your preschooler while teaching them the fun and enjoyment of Yoga and interacting with other parents, creating friendships and community while taking some time to be healthy. Call WOC Fitness 410-213-7000.

Fridays KidzActivity with Tiff

11:00-12:00 ages 3mo-12 yrs KidzCare room children 'Step' out for an informal exercise activity in the group room. 'Balloon Vollyball', 'Kidz-n-Motion', ‘TumbleTime', 'Music & Movement' and more. Call WOC Fitness 410-213-7000.

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Limited spaces available... Exercise for the relationship...enjoy dinner or a movie while your children enjoy a Kidz Fitnessactivity, a Crazy Craft, Storytime and are entertained by a movie and "Build-A-Snack" in a safe limited-access environment. Call WOC Fitness 410-213-7000.

1/12 (Sunday) 3rd Annual Race with the Hawks 5K Run & Walk

10:00am  For more info go to www.seashorestriders.com

2/15 (Saturday) 9th Annual Valentines Chase & Couples 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk

10:00am For more info go to www.seashorestriders.com

3/9 (Sunday) 4th Annual Get Pumped for Pets 5K/10K

9:00am  For more info go to www.seashorestriders.com

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Feb 13th Sweetheart Tea & Fashion Show Stop in as strangers ... and leave as friends. Infused Oils & Vinegars “on tap” Specialty Foods from around the World Unique Gifts

Join our Culinary Club 100 Green Street • Snow Hill, MD 21863 www.TheCornerShoppe.co 240-426-0530 Hours: Wednesday-Saturday 12pm-9pm

(Buy Tickets in January!) 11:30am, Celebrate Valentines Day early by bringing someone you love to our Sweetheart tea. Tickets are 22.00 in advance, RSVP early as our Feb. tea is always a sell out. Fashion show by The Dressing Room and great splashy rhinestone jewelry by Bling ala Mode for sale. Raffle tickets are available for a chance to win great prizes. Poplar Hill Mansion 117 Elizabeth St. Salisbury, MD 21802, 410 749 1776, www.poplarhillmansion.org, curator@ poplarhillmansion.org Proceeds go toward the preservation of Poplar Hill Mansion, the oldest Federal house in Salisbury a 501 (c) (3), and raffle ticket proceeds go toward the restoration of our 1800s pianoforte.

How to Grow Happiness

Step 1: Plant yourself deep in a bed of faith, and pack it down solid and tight. Drench daily with positive thinking, and keep saturated just right. Mulch often with forgiveness, for this will help you grow. Quickly remove any seeds of worry, for they will soon germinate, and keep out the weeds of despair. Nourish disappointments with hope whenever it is needed, and always stay cool and shaded when you feel irritated or heated. Trim away guilt and depression, for they create decay, and cultivate with happy memories as often as every day. Step 2: Harvest the lessons of the past; just dig, pick, and hoe. And nurture the roots of the present, for now is when you flourish and grow. Start planting for the future; set your goals in a row. Spade the bed well for all your dreams to grow. Step 3: Remember that grief is a natural predator, so learn to tolerate some damage. Protect your garden with daily prayers, for this will help you manager. Bury the criticism and complaining, for they are injurious pests. Sow the seeds of love wherever you may go – for joy, love, and laughter are surely bound to grow. Although the thorns of life may be here to stay, just sprout a smile along the way ... and be thankful for what you have today! ~~ Michele Rossi This was shared with us by way of The Cambridge Rotary Club. Many thanks!

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os t o BYour Immune System by Brittney D. Herz After the exciting (and exhausting) holiday season you need to do your best to boost your immune system. Your immune system is a very complex group of cells and organs that help protect your body from illness, bacteria, viruses, and even parasites. There are natural ways to help boost your immune system that involve more than just popping a vitamin here and there (although they definitely help!). After all the running around, shopping, cooking, driving, decorating, wrapping, unwrapping, saying hello, saying goodbye, and some holiday cocktails sleep is probably the first thing on your agenda. Adequate amount of sleep is imperative in order to keep your immune system working at its full potential. It has been proven that a lack of sleep will actually suppress your T-cells which puts you at greater risk for catching colds and viruses. You also fight off illness during sleep which is why most people who are sick have the highest fevers while sleeping. The main reason however is because of proteins called cytokines which help us sleep and also are disease fighting antibodies that we need. If you are not getting enough sleep your body will not produce as many cytokines which can leave you at risk for illness. It may seem a little contradictory that in order to stay well and boost your immune system you must stay social, but it’s true. People who tend to isolate themselves are more prone to disease and illness then those with good social activity. A lot of this is due to mental strain from being isolated which will do a number on your immune system. Laughter has also been proven to help boost your immune system. When you laugh you actually release infection fighting antibodies. Camaraderie and support will help you fight a cold better than trying to go at it alone. This isn’t to say you should go out and infect a bunch of people if you have a really contagious ailment. If you can’t leave the house try calling friends and family to keep your spirits up. Throw on a funny movie while you’re at it, just to speed things up. Obviously one of the most prominent ways to boost your immune system

is with diet and exercise. Daily light exercise helps keep your body functioning the way it should. Exercise not only helps your body to function properly it also lowers stress and relieves tension which are both important to bettering your immune system. Making sure to eat fruits and vegetables at least five times a day will also help boost your immune system. Certain fruits and vegetables target different body functions. Eating vegetables like broccoli, kale, and cabbage will help to cleanse your liver so it works to its full potential. Ginger has been known to help clear your sinuses and to help you to breathe easier. Sweet potatoes, carrots, and leafy greens will help your body fight off infections because they are rich in vitamin A. Vitamin C is also important to boost your immune system so eat a lot of citrus like oranges, lemons, and bell peppers. When preparing meals try to stick to more healthy cooking agents; instead of using vegetable oil try using olive oil or canola oil. They are less fattening and also improve flexibility of your cells which in turn will help your immune system. Just make smart choices this winter. Make sure to properly wash your hands, be cautious of those who are sick around you, and try to stay relaxed in order to be the healthiest you that you can be.

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