Medicare Misty's Let's Talk Magazine July Issue 2023

WE ARE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE!

Misty Bolt

Misty Bolt is an accomplished and dynamic businesswoman who is the proud owner and CEO of MedicareMisty. As a wife to a retired Air Force military sergeant, Misty has always been driven by her passion for caring for others, especially children and older individuals. This passion has driven her to achieve great success in her career and has led her to where she is today.

With almost 20 years of experience in the industry, Misty has established herself as a respected and successful business owner. She not only runs her own company, but she has also di ifi d h i t t by launching her own wine and cigar podcast, publishing a magazine, d even having her own TV show. Her urial spirit have made her a wellmunity.

ing a positive impact in the lives of er business ventures. She actively charitable organizations in the city, mpics, the Special Olympics, and the lso serves on the board of the Cancer king for new ways to give back to her ing a race car driver to supporting a nues to show Chattanooga just how he can be.

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PATRICK BOLT

AMBASSADOR, REAL MEN WEAR PINK CHATTANOOGA 2023 FORMER AIR FORCE, RETIRED

Medicare Misty and her husband, Patrick Bolt, have teamed up to raise money for Breast Cancer discovery, research, and lifesaving patient support.

As part of the Men Wear Pink campaign, Ambassadors like Patrick are stepping up and using the power of wearing pink through October to draw attention to the breast cancer fight. As a Men Wear Pink Ambassador and Silver Sponsor, Patrick has committed to raising a minimum of $10,000 toward fighting breast cancer.

Unfortunately, almost everyone knows someone who has been diagnosed with cancer of some kind these days.

In 2022, there were an estimated 1.9 million new cancer cases diagnosed and 609,369 cancer deaths in the United States. When asked why he is committed to the Men Wear Pink cause, Patrick responds, “Why wouldn’t I be?“ He continued, “If I have the ability to help someone, then I want to do it,” and chances are we all know someone affected. Whether the money goes to providing transportation to clinical help, or to drug research, whether it’s here at home in

If I have the ability to make a small difference, I’m in.” While Patrick doesn’t have a cer, he says his grandfather di ad skin cancer.

With wife and philanthropist, Medicare Misty, at his side, the couple plans to host fundraising events and encourage others through their personal, professional, and social media networks through October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and when the campaign will end.

Originally from Oklahoma, Patrick moved to Chattanooga from San Antonio in 2018 and reunited with Misty, his high school sweetheart. After 20+ years in the Air Force, Patrick is retired and partners with Misty on important causes like Men Wear Pink, and others like raising funding for epilepsy, kidney disease, and more. In his spare time, his greatest passion is big game hunting. He has lived all over the country, but gladly calls Chattanooga home. “These are my values,” he says, “God, family, country. It’s just what we do.”

To make a donation through Patrick, visit https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?fr

For more information, visit www.realmenwearpinkchattanooga.org or call MedicareMisty @ 423-240-0794.

WHY DO WE CELEBRATE THE FOURTH OF JULY?

July 4 has been designated a national holiday to commemorate the United States declaring itself to be a free and independent nation.

Although it was actually July 2, 1776, when the Second Continental Congress officially voted to declare independence from Great Britain, it wasn't until July 4 that the finalized Declaration of Independence was approved. It would then be a few more weeks, on Aug. 2, 1776, until most of the delegates were able to travel to Philadelphia to sign the document.

Fourth of July observances "only became commonplace after the War of 1812," according to the Library of Congress. "By the 1870s, the Fourth of July was the most important secular holiday on the calendar."

The U.S. Congress made Independence Day an unpaid federal holiday on June 28, 1870. It wasn't until 1938 that Congress made it a paid federal holiday.

The importance of the holiday lies not only in celebrating the birth of a new, free nation but in recognizing the significance of the Declaration of Independence, which was -- in the words of Abraham Lincoln -" a rebuke and a stumbling block to tyranny and oppression."

In an 1826 painting by John Trumbull entitled Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson (standing at the table) is shown presenting the Declaration to John Hancock, president of the Continental Congress

DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE

This image of the Declaration of Independence (1776) was taken from an engraving made by printer William J Stone in 1823 National Archives, Washington, D C

Agent Garry Woodside was born in Chattanooga and grew up in Hixson. After graduating from high school, he attended Cleveland State Community College and pursued a music degree.

His uncle Robert and his friend David, who was currently serving, inspired him to join the Air Force in 1977. The Air Force gave him some stability and it also allowed him to explore his adventurous side.

He received his service training as a Morse Systems Operator. He was stationed at Medina Air Station where he worked for the Electronic Security Command for two years before receiving orders to report to Chicksands, England. There he worked with the Office of Special Investigations and other branches of service.

He left the Air Force in 1983 but rejoined the Air Force Reserves in 1988. Woody has been serving churches since he was 19 years old, but it was during his time in the Air Force Reserves that he heard the call to full-time ministry. When the opportunity arose, he received an honorable discharge which provided the opportunity to further his education and ministry career. He went back to college and earned his Bachelor’s degree in Pastoral Ministries from Covington Theological Seminary and Bible College in 1998. He has worked in a wide variety of roles in ministry ranging from education, music, youth, and counseling to serving as an associate pastor and senior pastor. He has a heart and passion to bring people into God’s presence. He says that his gifts are best used when serving people and supporting the pastor. He currently serves as the Minister of Music at Mount Carmel Baptist in Signal Mountain, a position he has enjoyed for the last seven years.

He considers himself a pastor who communicates through music to prepare people for the spoken word. In addition to music ministry, he also worked in camper sales and advertising until the pandemic closed everything down. A friend told him about Misty and encouraged him to explore the world of insurance. He saw the possibility of serving seniors uniquely, and much-needed, way.

As a senior himself, he relates to his clients and loves helping them navigate the often difficult terrain of Medicare to find the right solutions for their individual needs. Woody looks at serving his Medicare clients as a ministry. He always does the best for the person regardless of the outcomes for himself. Ministry is his calling whether it is at church or sitting down with someone to find the right Medicare plan.

He and his wife Jan have been married for 21 years and they have six kids and eight grandkids. Their kids and grandkids are spread out across the country from Seattle to New York to Alabama and right here in Chattanooga. When not working with clients or serving at church, Woody enjoys fishing, bigscreen movies, renovation, and woodworking. His next big project is building a teardrop camper and traveling.

CELEBRATING MOTHER’S DAY WITH MOTHERS, MOTHER FIGURES, SISTERS, AND FRIENDS

by Sheri Kamp

On May 10, 1908, the first official Mother’s Day celebration took place at Andrews Methodist Episcopal Church in Grafton, West Virginia. Anna Jarvis organized the event in honor of her late mother, social activist and Sunday school teacher Ann Reeves Jarvis. Mother Jarvis, as Ann Reeves Jarvis was known, had dreamed of a day that honored mothers everywhere. Now, those dreams were becoming a reality thanks to her daughter.

Anna Jarvis was determined to elevate Mother’s Day to the national stage in the United States. Six years later, her hard work paid off. On May 9, 1914, President Woodrow Wilson signed a proclamation that made Mother’s Day a national holiday, dedicating the second Sunday of May to the "public expression of our love and reverence for the mothers of our country."

ANNA MARIE JARVIS THE WOMAN WHO HELD THE FIRST MOTHER’S DAY, IN HONOR OF HER MOTHER, WHO HAD PASSED AWAY IN 1908.

The commemorative day was now official. Flash forward to the present, Mother’s Day means flowers, a phone call, and a lovely brunch with mom that’s all there is to it, right? In reality, the history of Mother’s Day is both radical and contentious, as Jarvis herself soon grew so disgusted by the commercialization of the holiday she helped create that she later fought to have it abolished.

Her vision for an authentic, pure and earnest method of honoring mothers was not at all what corporate America was later creating it to be. Still, Mother's Day is a special holiday to honor the mothers in our lives. It's a day to show appreciation for all that they do and have done for us. Celebrating with special activities is a great way to make the day extra special. Whether it's doing something together or just taking the time to make sure she knows how much you care, there are plenty of ways to create lasting memories on this special day.

If your mother is a senior, just having an afternoon of relaxation at home - there are many ways to make your mother feel appreciated and loved on this special day. Whether it's a relative, friend, or someone who was a mother figure in your life, it's important to take time out of our day to reach out to them or to reflect on their memory.

No matter what kind act you choose, it will surely make the mother figure in your life feel special and appreciated!

From all of us here at MedicareMisty Let’s Talk! Magazine, Happy Mother’s Day to all of you who have mothered someone in your life.

HER MOTHER, ANNE JARVIS.

LLOYD NEIL COPPINGER

How does a nuclear engineer become a towboat captain? Well, it’s an interesting story that Lloyd Neil Coppinger shared with me. Neil was born in 1938 and grew up about 20 miles from Chattanooga. He has always enjoyed being active and loved tennis and baseball in high school.

After graduating, he attended UT Knoxville and enjoyed playing intermural baseball with his fraternity brothers.

He majored in nuclear engineering and, to help pay for school, Neil worked for Combustion Engineering in a co-op for three years. He began to lose interest in his studies; his grades started to slip so he joined the Air Force where he served from 1962-1966.

Originally, Neil thought he would go into computer programming, but with the Cold War, the military set up remote radar sites and they decided to test nuclear reactors to power these remote radar sites. Since he had a background in nuclear engineering, Neil went to Fort Belvoir in Virginia and trained for a year to learn the mechanics and logistics of operating a reactor. From there, he went to Sundance, Wyoming for two years where he trained people to operate a small nuclear reactor.

When his enlistment ended, he returned to Knoxville and completed his final year of college. Despite his experience, he decided against further work as a nuclear engineer. After attending his graduation his father suggested Neil join him on the Mississippi River where he worked as a towboat pilot.

Father and son took a train from Chattanooga to St. Paul, Minnesota, where the Mississippi River begins, and purely by chance, he stumbled into his future career.

Neil was only planning to stay a few weeks to see the country from the Mississippi. However, in a small town in Iowa, a delay occurred. The captain allowed two deckhands to go into town while they were stalled. These young men got themselves into some legal trouble and wound up serving time.

Now shorthanded, the captain asked Neil to stay on as a deckhand. He agreed and realized that he loved it! Neil worked with his dad on the same boat for over two years. He then asked the captain to train him to pilot the towboats and worked himself up the ladder from deckhand to captain with the American Commercial Barge Line, eventually captaining his own towboat.

To remain active, he kept weights on board, worked out regularly, and even jogged on the locks. When I interviewed him, he laughed as he stated, “And that’s how a nuclear engineer became a towboat captain!”

Mr. Coppinger has a son and a granddaughter and several close friends who feel like family. He is very generous and supportive of the important people in his life. He still enjoys exercising and working out and doesn’t consider his age to be a barrier. Tennis and weightlifting may not be a part of his daily routine any longer, but he uses his recumbent exercise machine to get his heart rate up and he walks every day.

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MEMORIAL DAY IS

Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday observed annually on the last Monday of May. The holiday originated during the American Civil War when citizens placed flowers on the graves of those who had been killed in battle. It is a day of remembrance to honor those who have died in service of the United States military.

It is also a time for Americans to reflect on the sacrifices made by our brave men and women in uniform, and to recognize their contributions to our nation's history.

On this day, we remember those who have given their lives for our freedom, and we pay tribute to their courage and dedication. This solemn day serves as an important reminder that we should never forget the sacrifices made by those who serve our country.

BELOW IS A LIST OF LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS OFFERING ALL KINDS OF RESOURCES AND PROGRAMMING TO VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS. THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO SUPPORT THESE ORGANIZATIONS WITH DONATIONS OF MONEY OR TIME. THE AMERICAN LEGION IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR EDUCATION PURPOSES AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES.

The American Legion is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization with great political influence perpetuated by its grass-roots involvement in the legislation process from local districts to Capitol Hill. The Legion was chartered by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness.

The American Legion Post 95 is located in East Ridge, Tennessee. They are a non-profit organization that provides assistance to veterans and their families. They offer a variety of services including assistance with VA claims, scholarships for children and grandchildren of veterans, and support for local community events.

The American Legion Auxiliary is the world’s largest women ’ s patriotic service organization. It was founded in 1919 as a unit of The American Legion. The Auxiliary’s mission is to support The American Legion and to honor the sacrifice of those who serve by enhancing the lives of our veterans, military, and their families both at home and abroad.

To join the American Legion Auxiliary, you must be a woman who is eligible for membership in The American Legion. You must also be the mother, wife, daughter, sister, granddaughter, greatgranddaughter, or grandmother of a member of The American Legion or a deceased veteran who served in the United States Armed Forces during one of the eligibility dates.

The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is a not-for-profit veteran service organization that advocates on behalf of all veterans of overseas conflicts. The VFW was founded back in 1899 and includes eligible veterans of active, Guard, and Reserve forces. The VFW’s purpose is fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable, and educational.

BELOW IS THE CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE TWO VFW POSTS IN CHATTANOOGA. VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO CALL FOR INFORMATION OR ATTEND A MEETING TO FIND RESOURCES, SUPPORT AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR FELLOWSHIP.

Post 1289 Cooper T. Holt Post

2193 Park Dr Chattanooga, TN 37421-2930 United States

Phone: (423) 892-2772

Meeting Location & Time

2193 Park Dr Chattanooga, TN 37421-2930 United States

6:00 pm 2nd Thursday

Quartermaster: Terry Thomas

Commander: Larry Helms

Dues Amount: $40.00

Post 4848 Wilkes T. Thrasher Post

2402 Amnicola Hwy Chattanooga, TN 37406 United States

Phone: (423) 624-6687

Meeting Location & Time

2402 Amnicola Hwy Chattanooga, TN 37406 United States

6:00 pm 1st Thursday

Quartermaster: Gerald Drain

Commander: Roy Ware

Dues Amount: $35.00

The Soldier and Family Readiness Program provides assistance for all military members, families, and veterans in Tennessee. They assist in providing resources for financial needs, ID Card/DEERS, Crisis Intervention, Community Resources, Exceptional Family Member Program, Financial Literacy and more. Call 1-877-3113264.

The Chattanooga Vet Center offers confidential help for Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a nonmedical setting. Their services include counseling for needs such as depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), the psychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST), and grief counseling. The phone number is 423-855-6570 and the main location is 1300 Premier Drive, Suite 180, Chattanooga, TN 37421.

1-800 Resource Lines: Military One Source -- 800-342-9647

Military/Veteran Crisis Line also National Suicide Prevention Hotline -- 800-273-8255

CHATTANOOGA

A CITY WITH A RICH HISTORY OF MILITARY SERVICE & VOLUNTEERISM

Chattanooga, Tennessee is home to many stories of war and tragedy, and many generations of families affecte. From the Civil War to the Korean War and Vietnam Conflict, to the Persian Gulf and since then, the multiple deployments to the Middle East and the ongoing fight against World Terrorism - Chattanooga has seen its fair share of battles and bloodshed.

Throughout its history, Chattanooga has been a key site for some of the most important moments in American military history. From the battles at Lookout Mountain and Missionary Ridge to the Battle of Chickamauga, Chattanooga was a major site for both Confederate and Union forces during the Civil War. In addition, during World War II, Chattanooga served as a training ground for soldiers who would eventually fight in Europe. The city also saw action during the Vietnam War when it served as an important staging area for troops before they were deployed overseas. This rich history makes Chattanooga rich with military heritage and gives us all great reason to pause and reflect with gratitude on the many Chattanoogans who have served in order to protect our rights and freedoms.

War History Here at Home.

The Battle of Chattanooga, which was fought during the American Civil War, was one of the bloodiest battles in the war. It is estimated that over 20,000 soldiers died in this battle, with both Union and Confederate forces suffering heavy losses. The Battle of Chattanooga had a huge impact on the course of the Civil War and changed the landscape of America forever.

The victory at Chattanooga left 753 killed, 4,722 wounded, and 349 missing. Bragg's casualties were listed as 361 killed, 2,160 wounded, and 4,146 captured and missing.

CIVIL WAR-ERA CANNON OVERLOOKING CHATTANOOGA, TN FROM LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN.

THE HISTORY OF 'APRONS'

I don't think our kids know what an apron is. The principal use of Grandma's apron was to protect the dress underneath because she only had a few. It was also because it was easier to wash aprons than dresses and aprons used less material. But along with that, it served as a potholder for removing hot pans from the oven. It was wonderful for drying children's tears, and on occasion was even used to clean dirty ears.

From the chicken coop, the apron was used for carrying eggs, fussy chicks, and sometimes half-hatched eggs to be finished in the warming oven. When the company came, those aprons were ideal hiding places for shy kids. And when the weather was cold, Grandma wrapped it around her arms. Those big old aprons bent over the hot wood stove, wiped many a perspiring brow. Chips and kindling wood were brought into the kitchen in that apron. From the garden, it carried all sorts of vegetables. After the peas had been shelled, it carried out the hulls. In the fall, the apron was used to bring apples that had fallen from the trees.

When unexpected company drove up the road, it was surprising how much furniture that old apron could dust in a matter of seconds. When dinner was ready, Grandma walked out onto the porch, waved her apron, and the men folk knew it was time to come in from the fields to dinner. It will be a long time before someone invents something that will replace that 'old-time apron ' that served so many purposes.

PREPARATION

Preheat the oven to 375 ˚ F (190˚C).

Using a sharp knife or a mandoline, slice the eggplant, tomatoes, squash, and zucchini into approximately ¹⁄₁₆inch (1 mm)-thick rounds, then set aside

Make the sauce: Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch (30-cm) oven-safe pan over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion, garlic, and bell peppers until soft, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then add the crushed tomatoes Stir until the ingredients are fully incorporated Remove from heat, then add the basil Stir once more, then smooth the surface of the sauce with a spatula.

Arrange the veggies in alternating slices, (for example, eggplant, tomato, squash, zucchini) on top of the sauce, working from the outer edge to the center of the pan Season with salt and pepper

Make the herb seasoning: In a small bowl, mix together the basil, garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Spoon the herb seasoning over the vegetables.

Cover the pan with foil and bake for 40 minutes Uncover, then bake for another 20 minutes, until the vegetables are softened

Serve hot as a main dish or side. The ratatouille is also excellent the next day–cover with foil and reheat in a 350˚F (180˚C) oven for 15 minutes, or simply microwave to the desired temperature.

Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS

FOR 8 SERVINGS

VEGGIES

2 eggplants

6 Roma tomatoes

2 yellow squashes

2 zucchinis

SAUCE

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 medium white onion, diced

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced

1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced

kosher salt, to taste

freshly ground black pepper, to taste

28 oz crushed tomatoes(795 g)

2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil

HERB SEASONING

2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil

1 teaspoon minced garlic

2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves

kosher salt, to taste

freshly ground black pepper, to taste

4 tablespoons olive oil

BEST EXERCISES FOR BEST EXERCISES FOR SENIORS SENIORS

Walking is a low-impact exercise that is gentle on the joints and provides cardiovascular benefits. It can be done outdoors or on a treadmill, and it helps improve endurance and maintain overall fitness.

Water aerobics or swimming is a great exercise option for seniors, as it reduces stress on the joints while providing resistance for muscle strengthening. Water exercises improve flexibility, cardiovascular fitness, and balance.

Strength training exercises, such as using resistance bands or light weights, help maintain muscle mass and strength. Focus on major muscle groups, like the legs, arms, and core, and aim for two to three sessions per week.

Chair exercises are perfect for seniors with limited mobility or balance issues. They involve seated movements that target various muscle groups, such as leg lifts, arm raises, and seated twists. Chair exercises can improve strength, flexibility, and circulation.

Yoga combines gentle stretching, breathing exercises, and meditation. It helps improve flexibility, balance, and joint mobility. Look for senior-friendly yoga classes or follow online tutorials designed specifically for older adults.

Tai Chi is a slow and graceful martial art that promotes balance, coordination, and relaxation. It involves flowing movements and deep breathing, making it ideal for seniors. Tai Chi can enhance flexibility, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being.

Improving balance is crucial for seniors to prevent falls and maintain independence. Simple exercises like standing on one leg, heel-to-toe walking, or using a stability ball can help strengthen the muscles and improve balance.

Regular stretching exercises can improve flexibility and range of motion, reducing the risk of muscle stiffness and injury. Include stretches for all major muscle groups, holding each stretch for 15-30 seconds without bouncing.

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HERO

APRONS

CHATTANOOGA

FRATERNAL

MEMORIAL DAY

PATRIOTIC VOLUNTEERISM

AUXILIARY MILITARY

SOLDIER

CHARITABLE

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MISSIONARY RIDGE VETERANS