Lifestyles After 50 Hillsborough August 2013 edition by Lifestyles After 50 Magazine

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Vol. 24 • August 2013

It’s No Fish Tale

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Dear Husband Says, “Please, Throw Me in That Briar Patch!”

Dear Readers,

hen Dear Husband and I used to discuss travel plans, he always made it clear that he wasn’t interested Janice Doyle, in staying in a B&B. Editor Before we met five years ago, his experience with bed and breakfasts had not been pleasant. He would say, “Don’t throw me in that briar patch” and he didn’t mean it the way Brer Rabbit meant it in the old story. Brer Rabbit WANTED to be in the briar patch—Dear Husband did not. Remember Joel Chandler Harris’s Uncle Remus story where Brer Rabbit is a trickster being pursued by Brer Fox. Brer Rabbit tricks that old fox and gets what he wants in ﬁne fashion when he gets thrown into the briar patch—precisely where he wants to be because it is his home. Dear Husband’s history Consider DH’s history with B&Bs which are supposed to be homey, comfy places to stay with beautiful breakfasts in the morning. At a $175 a night B&B in Scottsdale, Arizona, the toast DH requested was delivered to him carried from the kitchen between the thumb and foreﬁnger of the cook and dropped onto his plate of food. Then there was the B&B where there was a constant banging outside on the

DH’s friend also found a B&B which advertised rooms “overlooking the beautiful gardens.” The weeds were waist high. The house phone rang in the middle of the night, reverberating throughout the house. Then there were seven… more…separate…calls. After he and I married I convinced him we should try an old sea captain’s house where the breakfast was hyped on the website as being “the best on Cape Cod.” No! Tell him it isn’t so! Choose your own cellophane wrapped mufﬁns, individual yogurt cartons, etc. etc. etc.

The Magnolia Plantation Inn, Gainesville

ﬁrst night of a stay. He was told the next day it was construction next door. During the second night, DH dressed and went to check the source of the banging only to discover a gate to the B&B property’s pool was hanging loose and blowing in the wind. What about the B&B in north Florida which had one cook and server for the seven guests? First she cooked seven strips of bacon and went around the table putting one strip on each guest’s plate. Then she went to the kitchen and came back after several minutes to deliver each guest a slice of cantaloupe. Eggs for seven people take what – maybe 10 minutes to scramble, before walking around the table spooning a serving to each guest. Oh, and then she made the toast. I imagine DH’s inner scream: “Hampton Inn, where are you? This is not the gourmet breakfast on your website!”

The happily ever after part And then, ah, the bliss of it all. We stayed in the Magnolia Plantation Inn in Gainesville. Cindy and Joe Montalto have set the standard so high, we may be afraid to try any other B&B again. It is enough. B&Bs can be, as DH remarked “…authentic. This one is the real deal.” And it is, because Joe and Cindy are the real deal. They’re in it because they love people ﬁrst and foremost. Their love for the house, its history, the cooking, the decorating, and all the other parts come after that. Just throw us in Magnolia Plantation Inn briar patch any old time! It’s like home, Brer Rabbit. (See travel story inside for more.)

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Around Town W H AT ’ S H A P P E N I N G A U G U S T 2 0 1 3

hrough 18 “Once Upon a Mattress,” youth summer musical by Masque Theatre. Adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale “The Princess and the Pea.” $12/seniors 60+. Tickets at masquetheatre. net/boxoffice or 813-983-1710.

hrough Oct. 8 The Language of Jewelry, an exhibit exploring the messages embedded in adornments of gold, silver, hair, precious and semiprecious stones. Plant Museum at the University of Tampa. $10/adult, $7/ seniors (65 yrs.) Info: 813-258-7304.

and 24 “Ride Through History” in military vehicles at The Armed Forces History Museum. Outdoor drills, reenactments and presentations. 10 am to 4 pm. Free hotdogs. $10/adults and $5/youths 4 –12. Rides are extra charge. Tickets at armedforcesmuseum.com or 727-539-8371.

North Tampa Outdoor Market at Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Rd, Tampa. Fresh food, hand crafts and live music. Free. See tampabaymarkets.com for information.

Flicks and Food Trucks every third Thurs. 6 to 10 pm. Food, live music, short films. At The Grand Central, 1208 E. Kennedy. Info: tampabaymarkets.com/flicks-and-food-trucks.

Country singer Aaron Parker concert at Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road. 8 pm. Tickets: $12 – $18. Call 813-269-1310 or email boxoffice@carrollwoodcenter.org.

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Raising Chickens in Your Back Yard, info and discussion at Lutz Library. 6:30 p.m. 813-273-3652.

Tampa area’s Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meets 1 – 3 pm every third Weds. at Church of the Nazarene, Himes Ave. No dues. Meeting for those with Parkinsons, family and caregivers. Info at 813-908-6685.

Big Band Concert and Dance with the Sounds of Swing at Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537

Lowell Rd. Ticket holders receive free dance lesson one hour before the event. 8 pm concert. Advance: $11 members / $14 non-members / $13 seniors (65+). Email boxoffice@carrollwoodcenter.org.

eBay Introduction class. Learn to browse, search, bid, buy and sell items on eBay at Town N Country Library. 4 pm. Info: 813-273-3652.

5K Zoo Run Run 2013 at Lowry Park Zoo. Run through the zoo and along Hillsborough River. 6:30 am check-in; race at 7:30 am; walk at 8 am; fun run at 9:15 am. 813935-8552. Entrants receive admission to the Zoo for the day. For more info, visit lowryparkzoo.com/calendar.

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Writing Group; share and inspire. 1 pm. SouthShore Library, 813-273-3652.

Books into Movies Movie group will watch a 1995 movie and discuss. 2 pm at Bruton Library, 302 W McLendon St., Plant City. Call for info: 813-757-9215.

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11 The General (1926), a classic

Buster Keaton silent movie accompanied live by theatrical organist Dr. Steven Ball on Tampa Theatre’s Mighty Wurlitzer Organ. ($12/$10 for seniors)

18 Gone With The Wind ($9) 24 & 25 Casablanca with Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman ($9)

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free health screenings and information such as bone density, blood pressure, eye, ear and other important health checks. Walgreens will also be providing free flu shots with your Medicare Part B Card. Check out Diamond Illusions jewelry display and lots more. Entertainment will include the popular Denise Looney, the “DJ with a Twist,” and our

favorite 60’s and 70’s music performed by Richie Merritt. Also, enjoy free Bingo, putting green and beanbag toss for prizes. There will be prizes and giveaways throughout the day including the all new Prize-A-Palooza with chances to win $100. Free Admission! Free Parking! Enjoy a delicious Senior Friendly lunch for only $5, or bring your own

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17 Million Women Can’t Be Wrong: Fishing Is For Women, Too!

Barb Evans shows off her Bonita caught in the Keys.

BY EVELYN MACKEY

he woman with the rod and reel…she may call herself a fishergirl, fisherchick, fisherwoman, fisherperson, reelgirl, reelwoman, reellady, basswoman… or just plain fisher, but at the end of the day she’s just a female angler out to catch some fish. She may like to sit on the bank and soak a bobber or aspire to become a professional angler. Some women throw on cutoffs and head out in their own pickups with the gear thrown in the back. Meanwhile, the Fishin’ Chix in Pensacola are into “Armani-style fishing.” They wear pink rubber boots to avoid fish guts while reeling in red snapper and grouper, but they also make a fashion statement. Their unwritten rules include fishing trips that start with mimosas and deckhands who bait their hooks. With over 17 million licensed female anglers in the U.S.A alone, we can safely say that fishing is a woman’s sport. Fishing makes sense for a woman since it doesn’t require great strength, stamina or height, but rather, fishing requires patience, agility and technique. Oh, and did I mention patience! Why fishing? Maybe for women more than for men, fishing gains importance if it is shared, a time to just hang out with friends, sitting back talking and having a great time. It allows a place and time to share life’s stories and build friendships. Fishing offers Lifestyles After 50 • August 2013 • page 6

women excitement, relaxation and socialization just like it does for men as well as time to recharge mental batteries and get away from the everyday worries and stresses of life. Many will say it’s about the adrenalin rush when they reel in a fish or it’s about the power of setting the hook. What if you want to fish, but you don’t know how? One way is to go where people are fishing and just watch and ask questions. Let them show you techniques and go ahead and try with their equipment if they offer. You’ll soon be ready to go it alone. Or check with your local bait shop and see if they know of someone who would give lessons.

Ladies learn cast netting at the Keys LLGF University.

If you love fishing already, many areas have women’s fishing clubs where you can fit right in. Clubs offer clinics, classes and outings and some groups fish together all year round. One psychologist says that “Fishing can rank as high up on the memories chart as getting married and having children in your life.” Well, I’m not sure about that, but one thing you can always count on is that anyone—male or female—who has experienced successful fishing will be more than willing to share the story of their biggest catch and the even bigger fish that got away. Then there’s just the part about being out in nature, out where you can enjoy the environment around you letting nature provide for all of your senses.

In 18 years, more than 7,000 women have become graduates of Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing. So, if you’re looking for ways to enjoy the outdoors, maybe fishing is your sport. There’s no place like Florida to try it out.

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Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing: phone: 954-475-9068; info@ladiesletsgofishing.com; ladiesletsgofishing.com. Ladies practice baiting their hooks FISHIN’ CHIX: fishinchix.com at the Keys LLGF University. or 850-916-4444. Women’s fishing club based in Gulf The “No-Yelling School of Fishing” Breeze, offering The Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing! lessons, events, “Phenomenal! (LLGF) school in south Florida charter trips. I learned so much offers women the opportunity to in a friendly, nonlearn how to fish “without the condescending yelling or intimidation of men.” environment.” They offer women-only getaways “I love in south Florida waters. (Their next fishing. It’s class is in the Keys Nov. 15 through so peaceful to 17.) During the weekend, presentations just sit back on the and hands-on practice sessions include boat or even sit the shore. I can offshore, bottom, inshore and fly fishforget about the everyday world ing. Well-known speakers and fishing for a while and just enjoy nature. captains will help women with such I don’t even have to catch skills such as releasing, anything, but of course conservation, knot that makes it tying, bait rigging, even better.” The Bonefish Bonnies spin and net are a 125-strong women’s casting, trailer club in Key Largo. Club backing, boat leader Christine Patton says, handling, “I think women teaching and stand-up sharing all the aspects of fish fighting fishing with other women techniques is a particularly wonderful and more. part of being in a club.”

“I think many women want to learn to fish but don’t know how to go about it.”

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Like all sites in the SuccessfulMatch network, joining is free and only takes a few minutes of time. A verification process and verified member searches are also part of the website. “Because of the nature of the website and the sensitive nature of the people who are visiting, we wanted to be sure to protect our customers and visitors to the best degree possible. Too many unscrupulous people want to take advantage of people who are in this situation,” said Steward. A forum is available for any potential member. A blog area for widower dating advice and safety tips is also included. For more information, visit their website at datingawidower.us.

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cut wood into pieces like a puzzle and then bring the picture to life by shaping each piece to make it three dimensional,” says Charlie Artist Charlie Hufstetler Hufstetler of his intarsia (inlay or mosaic) wood art. To create an illusion of depth for his mosaic-like pictures, Hufstetler uses various shapes, sizes and species of wood selected for their natural color and grain. The intarsia work is something the retiree took up when he found extra time on his hands in retirement, although he has always loved wood. He and his wife Janice built their Valrico country-style home themselves.

In all, Hufstetler uses 20 different kinds of woods. In one piece, a heavily-striated zebra wood from Africa creates vertical leaves for a tiger to peer through. There’s a realistic Indian chief made from 187 separate pieces using 11 kinds of wood. All of his works use woods in their natural colors. “There’s no paint or stain. And the only color wood I can’t find is blue,” says Hufstetler. Each work comes with a card telling the kinds of wood used. Hufstetler’s work can be seen (and purchased) during August at Center Place in Brandon. For information, call 813-653-2403.

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Seniors, Parents Give Foster Kids A Permanent Home BY TRACIE SCHMIDT

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and focus on the important things in life. Let the energy experts at Tampa Electric show you how to save on energy costs. When you participate in our free Home Energy Audit, one of our energy analysts will visit your home and identify areas where you can save valuable energy. You’ll also learn about our other energy-saving programs including Energy Planner, Ductwork and more. Visit tampaelectric.com/save to schedule your free Home Energy Audit today or call 813-275-3909. January 23 at the Stop at at our ourtable tableonon September 27,Florida at theState Brandon Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring this ad Community Center, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Bringand this ad receive a free energy-saving kit, made available through and receive a free energy-saving kit, made available Tampa Electric’s Energy Education Outreach program. through our Neighborhood Weatherization program.

here’s an African proverb that states: “It takes a village to raise a child.” That proverb is the model for success behind New Life Village, a community developed by Sister Claire LeBoeuf. Sister LeBoeuf, who is also the founder of the Everyday Blessings foster care program in Thonotosassa, has been working in the welfare system for decades. Her heart went out to kids that were trapped in foster care— most often children that are older or part of large sibling groups that can be difficult to find permanent homes for. So she came up with a plan that would help match them with loving families and establish a multigenerational community-wide support structure. The premise is this: New Life Village offers greatly reduced rent on new homes for parents who are interested in adopting children in need, or singles and couples ages 50+ who are willing to volunteer a minimum of eight hours a week supporting foster kids and their families. Volunteer work can involve spending time with kids as a foster grandparent, providing tutoring skills in after-school programs, participating in recreational activities or supporting the daily workings of the village with administrative or groundskeeping duties. It’s a win-win scenario for kids and residents. “It’s an old timey neighborhood where everyone supports each other,” says Sister Jackie Kingsbury, one of the members involved with the village. “It’s a wonderful concept for those who don’t want to spend their retirement just playing golf or tennis. It’s a chance to leave something for future generations.” Life In The Village New Life Village rests on about 12 acres in the Palm River area between Brandon and Ybor. Currently there are four two-story townhome complexes,

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a clubhouse and a pool, and plans to add more housing and facilities for sports, worship and other activities as the community grows. It took about four years of planning, renovating and fundraising, often from generous anonymous donations, to bring Sister LeBoeuf’s dream to life. I asked Paul Halpern, program director at New Life Village, what makes programs like this so important. “Foster care, under the best of circumstances, is not good for kids who are stuck in it— it’s not really their family or their home. The village is about making a change permanent. It affects future generations—you’re changing that child’s life, and their children, forever,” he says. “We are a village in the truest sense of the word; everybody’s there to support everyone else’s success.” It’s also about changing the public’s mindset on adoption. “Most people think that adopting someone takes a lot of money. Adopting someone out of foster care is free,” Halpern says. “And you don’t have to have to have a perfect family to adopt a kid and make them your own. Single people can adopt a child, too.” The village hosts Professional Parenting, a state-sanctioned program to help prospective foster parents learn the ropes. Senior volunteers, he says, are invaluable serving in the community as part of an extended family, and it’s a fulfilling way to spend retirement. “When you’re working around kids, it’s rewarding, every day.” New Life Village is located at 4926 Venice Lake Avenue, Tampa. To learn more, visit newlifevillage. org or call 813-304-0623.

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The Sunglasses That Helped Define The Style Of The ‘60s Are Back W hen it comes to the “Swingin’ ‘60s,” few objects are as iconic as sunglasses. Recently, the brand that helped define the style of the era—Polaroid Polarized Sunglasses—has returned to the U.S. While looking good in sunglasses may not be that difficult, seeing clearly when looking through a pair of sunglasses can be another matter. That’s because not all sunglasses can reduce the glare when sunlight reflects off of surfaces such as water, snow or glass. Glare makes it difficult to see clearly because the light hurts the eye and obscures details that may be hidden behind it. Polarized sunglasses are designed to filter out some or all of the

“Cool Ray” sunglasses, 1950s

glare, allowing the wearer to see with comfort and without potential eyestrain. “While many are very familiar with the Polaroid instamatic camera, which was introduced in 1948, few are familiar with the fact that its inventor, Dr. Edwin Land, developed the technology for polarized lenses almost 10 years prior and began selling the first commercially sold polarized sunglasses in 1937 when he formed the Polaroid Corporation,” said Eden Wexler, trend expert for the SOLSTICE Sunglasses. “Polaroid Sunglasses have a rich and iconic history, and today, it is one of the top four global sunglass brands in Europe, selling over 4 million pairs of polarized sunglasses in over 80

“Aviator-style” sunglasses, 1970s

countries,” Wexler added. The new line, which features Polaroid UltraSight lenses, ranges from $60 – $98, with a higher-end Polaroid Plus line at $140. Other interesting facts about the brand: • Dr. Edwin Land created the name for the company and polarized lenses from the words “Polarizing Celluloid” to emphasize the company’s focus on polarized lens technology and sunglasses. • Land is also credited with developing the first 3-D movie glasses in 1939 and goggles for the U.S. Air Force in the ‘40s worn by the likes of Gen. Patton. In 1950, Polaroid Eyewear introduced their Cool Ray sunglass generation,

the best sunglasses yet, made to protect people from reflected glare.

• In the 1960s, the sunglasses were launched in Europe and became available globally in 45 countries. The company also offered a variety of unique Windsor rimmed sunglass models, which they followed in the 1970s with their famous aviator-style glasses. • This year marks Polaroid Polarized Sunglasses’ return to the U.S. at SOLSTICEsunglasses.com and better department stores such as Bloomingdale’s, Lord & Taylor and Dillard’s. To learn more, visit their website at polaroideyewear.com.

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OT, HOT, HOT was the word for the July 9 Lets Move Walk at the Town N’ Country Senior Center. Over 100 seniors visited the vendors, played trivia and shared in the morning fun. Two lucky seniors won tickets to a Rays baseball game! The Kids from Head Start joined the pre-walk stretches led by Silver Sneakers. Thanks to Town ‘N Country Youth Council teens and the TNC volunteers and staff who helped with walk registration and t-shirt distribution. Their enthusiasm added excitement to the event.

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ear Marci, Does Medicare cover prostate cancer screenings? —Raoul

Dear Raoul, yes. Medicare covers a yearly prostate cancer screening for all male Medicare patients age 50 and older. This screening includes a Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) blood test and a digital rectal exam (DRE). Original Medicare, the traditional Medicare program offered directly through the federal government, covers 100 percent of its approved amount for the PSA test, even before you meet the Part B deductible. A deductible is the amount you must pay out-ofpocket before your insurance begins to cover your health care services. You will not have to pay anything for the PSA test if you see doctors or other health care providers who accept

Medicare and take assignment. Doctors who accept Medicare and take assignment cannot charge you more than the Medicare approved amount. Original Medicare also covers 80 percent of the cost of the digital rectal exam after you meet your annual Part B deductible. Generally, you are responsible for paying a 20 percent coinsurance for the digital rectal exam. Call 800-MEDICARE or visit www. medicare.gov to locate doctors who accept Medicare and take assignment. Keep in mind that Medicare private health plans, also known as Medicare Advantage plans, must cover the same preventive services that Original Medicare covers. However, they can do so with different costs and rules. Contact your plan to see what costs and rules apply. —Marci

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o often I see people in the wrong shoe. This is particularly true if they wear shoes for style and not function. If you have foot problems, the root of the problem just may be your shoes. First and foremost, shoes need to fit. Foot size changes; your feet tend to become bigger as you age. Measure adult feet once a year. Children’s feet need to be measured each time they are getting shoes. Keep this in mind for the Back to School season. A properly structured shoe is firm and supports the foot well as you walk and stand. Test the shoes before you buy. The shoe should only bend at the ball of the foot. Make certain you cannot bend the shoe at the arch! The shoe should not twist easily in your hands. Also look for a firm heel counter. Name brand shoes are the

best place to start. Shoes generally last 6 – 12 months for adults. Children need 2 – 3 pairs of shoes a school year based on growth and activity level. Some retailers offer discounts on shoes I prescribe and prescribed shoes may also be eligible for an HSA or Flex account. I do examine your “favorite” shoes and am not afraid of a bag full of shoes. I am concerned that you and your loved ones will keep wearing the wrong shoe. Make sure a podiatrists examines your shoes too.

Boomers and Hepatitis C I

f you were born during 1945-1965, talk to your doctor about getting tested for hepatitis C. Baby boomers are five times more likely than other adults to be infected. In fact, 75 percent of adults with hepatitis C were born during these years. The word “hepatitis” means swelling of the liver. Hepatitis is most often caused by a virus. In the United States, the most common type of viral hepatitis is hepatitis C. Hepatitis C is primarily spread through contact with blood from an infected person. More than 15,000 Americans, most of them baby boomers, die each year from hepatitis C-related illness. Deaths related to hepatitis C have been on the rise and are expected to increase. Hepatitis C is a leading cause of liver cancer and the

leading reason for liver transplants. Other serious health problems related to hepatitis C include: • Liver damage • Cirrhosis • Liver failure The reason that baby boomers have the highest rates of hepatitis C is not completely understood. Most boomers may have become infected in the 1970s and 1980s when rates of hepatitis C were the highest. Many

baby boomers could have gotten infected from tainted blood and blood products before testing of the blood supply began in 1992. Others may have become infected from injecting drugs, even if only once in the past. Still, many baby boomers do not know how or when they were infected. People with hepatitis C often have no symptoms and can live for decades without feeling sick. As baby boomers grow older, there is a greater chance that they will develop life-threatening liver disease from hepatitis C. Risk factors for hepatitis infection include having had blood transfusions or organ transplants (before July 1992), long-term dialysis and exposure to hepatitis C such as through a healthcare setting. Risks also come from infection with HIV, the AIDS virus, any past use of injected illegal drugs and having received a tattoo with needles that were not properly disinfected. The only way to know if you have hepatitis C is to get tested. Early

detection can save lives. There is a simple blood test to determine if a person has ever been infected with the hepatitis C virus. It is estimated that one-time testing of everyone born during 1945 through 1965 will prevent more than 120,000 deaths. Knowing your diagnosis early and getting treatment can help prevent liver damage, cirrhosis and even liver cancer. There are no vaccines to prevent hepatitis C. Many people who have been diagnosed with hepatitis C can be successfully treated with medications called antivirals. Two new medicines are now available (telaprevir and boceprevir), that when added to the standard treatment can increase the effectiveness and shorten treatment time for many people. For many people, medical treatment can result in clearing hepatitis C from the bloodstream. Talk to your doctor about getting tested—it could save your life! Newswise.

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Everyone enjoys a day at the beach or other outdoor activities—and because many of us spend more time in the sun during these summer months, it’s a good time to focus on some of the lifestyle choices that can help reduce your risk of getting skin cancer. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. The two most common types of skin cancer, called basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas, are highly curable. Melanoma, the third most common skin cancer, is much more dangerous. By now, most people know a sunscreen should be used when you are going to be outdoors, even for a short period of time. In December of 2012, the FDA’s new sunscreen guidelines went into effect, providing greater clarity for consumers about choosing an effective sunscreen. Some of the highlights of the new guidelines are: • Sunscreens may be labeled “broad-spectrum” if they provide protection against both UVA and UVB radiation according to FDA-sanctioned test methods.

• Only broad-spectrum sunscreens with an SPF of 15 or higher may state that they protect against skin cancer if used as directed with other sun protection measures.

• The terms “sunblock,” “sweat proof” and “waterproof” are no longer allowed on sunscreen labels.

• Sunscreens may claim to be “waterresistant,” but must specify whether they protect the skin for 40 or 80 minutes of swimming or sweating, based on standard testing. Sunscreens that are not water-resistant must instruct consumers to use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating.

• A company cannot claim that its sunscreen products provide sun protection for more than two hours without submitting test results to prove this. For maximum protection, oncologists recommend a sun protection factor (SPF) of 50 or greater, regardless of skin color or ethnicity. Other recommendations include avoiding tanning beds or sunlamps and examining your skin head to toe every month for any changes. If you should develop a skin cancer, early treatment is recommended. Many basal cell and squamous cell cancers no longer require surgery because they are now being treated very effectively using radiation therapy. This is an especially good option for older persons who may be on bloodthinning medications since radiation treatment does not require patients to stop taking these medications. Radiation treatment for certain skin cancers also reduces the risk of infection and results in little to no scarring. To learn more, visit FLCancer.com.

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The Healthy Geezer: Alcohol Abuse

BY FRED CICETTI

: My wife and I moved into a retirement community recently. I’ve noticed a lot of people I’d call alcoholics in this community. Do seniors drink more in these places?

A: I could find no information that

demonstrated residents of retirement communities drink more. However, these developments are, by nature, more social. So, perhaps you’re just seeing more drinking. With more drinking, you’ll find more people who don’t handle it well. Alcoholism is a serious problem among seniors: • About 70 percent of hospital admissions for older adults are for illness and accidents related to alcohol. • About half of older adults in nursing homes have an alcohol problem. • Older adults lose an average of 10 years off their lives because of alcohol abuse.

• About 80 percent of doctors misdiagnose alcoholism as depression in older women.

• The highest growing number of alcoholics is among 75-year-old widowers. • About 10 percent of patients over age 60 who are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease are actually suffering from brain damage caused by alcoholism.

“Alcohol abuse among older adults is something few want to talk about or deal with,” said Charles Curie, former administrator of the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. “Too often, family members are ashamed of the problem and choose not to address it. Health care providers tend not to ask older patients about alcohol abuse if it wasn’t a problem in their lives in earlier years. Sometimes the symptoms are mistaken for those of dementia, depression or other problems common to older adults. Unfortunately, too many older persons turn to alcohol as a comfort

following the death of a spouse, a divorce, retirement, or some other major life change, unaware that they are markedly affecting the quality of their lives.”

Alcoholism is a disease with four symptoms: craving or compulsion to drink, the inability to limit drinking, high alcohol tolerance and physical dependence. Alcohol abuse does not include strong craving, loss of control or physical dependence. Alcohol abuse is defined as drinking that causes problems in your life such as failing at work, getting arrested for drunk driving, or hurting someone physically or emotionally because of drinking. Moderate drinking is defined as consuming up to two drinks per day for men and one drink per day for women and older people. A standard drink is 12 ounces beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof distilled spirits. The American Medical Association publishes the following list of physical symptoms to diagnose alcoholism.

• Bruises, abrasions, and scars in locations that might suggest frequent falls, bumping into objects, physical altercations or other violent behavior. • Cigarette burns on the fingers. • Flushed or florid faces.

• Jerky eye movement or loss of central vision. • Damage to nerves, causing numbness and tingling.

• Hypertension, particularly systolic (the first number). • Gastrointestinal or other bleeding. • Cirrhosis or other evidence of liver impairment, such as swelling in the lower extremities and fluid retention. • Psoriasis. If you would like to read more columns, you can order a copy of “How To Be A Healthy Geezer” at www.healthygeezer.com. All Rights Reserved © 2013 by Fred Cicetti.

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Veterans Corner

Stars and Stripes: The GI’s Paper From the Civil War to the Afghan War BY JANICE DOYLE

hat lonely soldier in past wars didn’t yearn for the latest copy of Stars and Stripes? With an interesting beginning in the Civil War, it remains the iconic newspaper for servicemen and women serving overseas. Now you can visit the Stars and Stripes National Museum and Library located in Bloomfield, Missouri. The GI newspaper began in that “Bootheel” section of Missouri in 1861. The town was taken by Federal soldiers who found a working printing press that the Bloomfield Herald’s publisher had left behind to join the Confederate cause. The soldiers decided to print their own newspaper telling of their activities in the region, and they put out the first Stars and Stripes the next day with the heading “The Union. It must and shall be preserved.” Then the men added details of their very harsh conditions. The paper ran only four issues. One writer said that that first edition “has the kind of clear-eyed appraisal that has since characterized the paper.” The Stars and Stripes ended when peace came, but it was revived by General John J. “Black Jack” Pershing when WWI broke out fifty years later. As American “doughboys” mixed with British, French and Italian soldiers, the Stars and Stripes was used in Europe to bring them news of home, sports, cartoons. On April 18, 1942, the four-page Stars and Stripes again was hot off the presses from London and sold for a “tuppence” or about five cents. With WWII, the paper became a

daily and was printed in as many as 32 separate editions during the war (London, Casablanca, the Pacific, etc.) ranging from 8- to 24-pages. Circulation for the paper reached 1,000,000 during WWII. Today’s 40- to 48-page Stars and Stripes is a far cry from those earlier versions. One edition, with lots of color pictures, is printed Monday through Thursday, then a combined Weekend Edition for Europe and Pacific comes out on Friday. A Mideast-only edition is printed Friday through Sunday for those serving downrange. Of course, there’s a digital version of the print edition which lets readers search for and share stories with others without waiting for a download. In 2006 there were more than 1.5 million PDF downloads of the paper from their website, about 4,000 per day. The Stars and Stripes Museum Owners James Mayo and his wife, Sue, show off their collection and add to it constantly. They have an original copy of that first 1861 issue which was published right there in their hometown. Other display copies show headlines seen round the world—when wars ended, for example. Uniforms, models, books, photos and military miscellanea complete their collection. Mayo told a reporter that the Museum is unique because it “…carries the history of the whole country. What makes Stars and Stripes so special is that it isn’t the general’s history but that of the common soldier.” For information, see their website at starsandstripesmuseumlibrary.org or call 573-568-2055.

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Which Pet Should I Get?

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any people know the benefits of being a pet owner and their pets are an integral part of their lives. But to those people who have never owned a pet, trying to choose the right one can be a daunting task. Here are some tips when choosing a pet.

Caring For Your Pet First, think of what your daily schedule is like. Do you spend a lot of time at home or do you have a job that requires long hours every day? If you have a schedule that varies daily or keeps you away from home for long periods of time, then choosing a pet that needs attention several times a day, such as a puppy, may not be the best choice. Try choosing a pet that is a bit more self sufficient, such as a cat. Keep in mind, however, that all pets need attention and care to be happy and healthy.

Next, figure out what your budget is for a pet. All pets require some basic routine care and, depending on the type of pet, some may need more specific care. For example, pets that are considered to be “exotics,” such as birds and reptiles, may be beautiful and unique but they typically require much more experienced care and husbandry than a novice pet owner may be able to provide. Look at the overall cost involved with veterinary care, supplies, housing, feeding, and have an extra fund in case an emergency arises with your pet. Have you factored all these things into a budget? Where do you live and what is your family like? These are two more good questions to ask yourself before obtaining a pet. If you live in a condominium,

it probably would not be a good choice to pick a Great Dane as a pet. Think about the amount of living space you have to devote to a pet and then pick one that is appropriate to it. Do you have small children? Pick a pet that is less fragile. For example, a Golden Retriever would probably be better suited for a family with small children as opposed to a teacup Poodle or a chameleon. Pets are great companions and they come in all shapes and sizes. I hope these tips help if you are looking for a pet and I hope you find the pet that is perfect for you!

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he Brandon Coin Club announces a Coin & Currency Show August 17 from 9 am to 3 pm at the Brandon Elks Lodge #2383, 800 Centennial Lodge Dr., Brandon. 30 dealers, 45 tables, free admission and parking. Excellent food available on site. Free appraisals. Free verbal opinions and $10 slabbing. Info at 813-361-0740 or brandoncoinclub@tampabay.rr.com.

Readers Will Love the Jana Bibi Series

or those who love gentle stories, like those of Alexander McCall Smith, meet Jana Bibi, a Scottish woman helping to save the small town in India she has grown to call home and the oddball characters she considers family. Author Betsy Woodman tells the story of Jana, who inherits her grandfather’s house in a faraway Indian hill station and moves there with her chatty parrot, Mr. Ganguly, and her loyal housekeeper, Mary. It’s a lovely place, where local merchants are philosophers, the chief of police is a Lifestyles After 50 • August 2013 • page 24

tyrant and a bagpipe-playing Gurkha keeps the wild monkeys at bay. Jana keeps the reader entertained with her colorful local neighbors and a bit of governmental danger from a dam. Jana stacks her deck of cards, readies her fine-feathered assistant, Mr. Ganguly and—and Jana Bibi’s Excellent Fortunes is born. The second book in the series continues the adventure: Love Potion Number 10. Booklist magazine says the books are “Sweet and charming…With an appealing and somewhat exotic setting, and a colorful cast of engaging characters.”

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eople often use the terms jealousy and envy interchangeably, but the two are actually distinct emotional cousins. With malicious envy, you believe in your heart of hearts that you will never be able to get what someone else has. The emotion is less focused on the individual than on the resource or the success. For instance, a teen might say, “Why does my friend Jennifer get to wear expensive jeans?” It isn’t necessarily anger or hatred toward Jennifer because she has more, but that you feel bad because you don’t have it at all. Uncontrolled envy like this can turn into what seems like a jealous rage. Take the Snow White fairy tale. The evil stepmother envies poor Snow White’s beauty. Her obsessive vendetta against Snow White has only to do with what she wants and cannot get. Her tragic solution is to knock off the young beauty with a poisoned apple. Jealousy, in contrast, cuts right to the fear of loss, particularly within the domain of relationships. It is the wish to keep what you have that someone else could take from you. If you are the jealous type, you might become uneasy when you hear that your new friend was seen with another person. That person could be her visiting sister, but the jealous mind can quickly jump to the dark, angry possibility of a rival.

You can be jealous of a colleague on the job because the boss gives him more attention. An example of jealousy run amok is in Shakespeare’s tragedy Othello, in which the term greeneyed monster was first penned. The evil Iago (envious of Othello’s position) plots to make it appear as if Othello’s wife, Desdemona, is having an affair with Cassio. Confronted with what he thinks is “proof,” Othello flies into a jealous rage and smothers his beloved Desdemona. Jealousy may lead to suspicion, another source of anger. Envy and jealousy get mixed up. Both are feelings that bring up deep insecurities and anxiety in people—lack of resources and loss of relationships. And envy and jealousy are commonly experienced together which is another reason for their confusion. You can be envious of another person’s wealth and status, and also become jealous when he flirts with your wife. Each is capable of sparking hurt, anger and aggression. Beware both the green-eyed monster of jealousy as well as becoming green with envy. From the book “Outsmarting Anger: Seven Strategies for Defusing Our Most Dangerous Emotion” by Joseph Shrand, MD.

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Managing Health Care Expenses in Retirement: What Baby Boomers Need to Know About Medicare and Long-Term Care Fifty-seven percent of baby boomers said they had a “poor understanding” (31%) or know “almost nothing” (26%) about Medicare, according to a recent survey by Bankers Trust. Three-quarters of boomers (72%) did not know that most Americans on Medicare pay premiums, copays, and deductibles. One in seven thought Medicare was free. Only 14% knew that Medicare does not cover long-term care. This educational workshop will cover the following: • How Medicare enrollment periods work — and what you need to do to avoid late-enrollment penalties • How much you can expect to pay in health care costs after going onto Medicare • How Medicare works with private insurance to provide comprehensive coverage • Why most people pay too much for private insurance and how you can avoid excess costs • Why you must plan for higher health care costs in retirement — including the possibility of needing long-term care This workshop is purely educational. No specific insurance or investment products will be discussed.

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Finance Credit Card Statements: FDIC says to save the statements for one year, unless they have tax significance. I save mine for seven years if I have purchased a big item. If there is a fire or other disaster that affects my personal property, I can prove to the insurance company and/or the IRS that I did have the item and how much it was worth at time of purchase. Bank Account Statements: Check with your financial institution and determine how far back they keep statements available to you.

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Deposit, ATM, credit card and debit card receipts: FDIC reminds us to save them until the transaction appears on a statement and you know the amount is correct. If it is for a big item and it has a warranty, save the receipt at least until the warranty is up. Remember, you might want to save it longer for insurance and/ or IRS reasons, if there is a disaster.

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and expensive,” says NCPA Senior Fellow Pamela Villarreal. Like a traditional home mortgage, reverse mortgages accrue interest over time, and lenders charge an origination fee of up to $6,000 as well as annual charges for loan maintenance and mortgage insurance. Moreover, reverse mortgages can go into default if a borrower fails to pay property taxes, homeowner’s insurance or maintain the home.

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ccording to several Florida statutes, life insurance proceeds are generally exempt from claims by the insured’s creditors. And up until the recent decision in the Florida appellate case titled Morey v. Everbank, it was generally assumed that this exemption from creditors’ claims also applied when, as is commonly done, a revocable living trust is made the beneficiary of a life insurance policy.

The Law And You In the Morey case, Mr. Morey’s revocable trust was made the beneficiary of his life insurance policy. Because the trust contained the standard clause directing that all of Mr. Morey’s debts were to be satisfied with trust assets, the appellate court held that such a clause acted to negate the statutory

creditor protection and, as a result, the insurance proceeds were available for the payment of claims made against his trust after Mr. Morey died. Essentially, the appellate court ruled that the insurance policy was a contract, and as such, Mr. Morey’s freedom to contract (even if done unknowingly) was not restricted by the statutory exemption from creditors’ claims. Needless to say, the beneficiaries of Mr. Morey’s trust were not pleased. So, if your revocable living trust contains the usual language regarding payment of debts and your trust is also named as beneficiary of your life insurance policy and you are concerned about creditors being able to claim your life insurance proceeds, then you might consider talking to your attorney about amending your trust to add an exclusionary provision in the general expense payment clause to exclude the insurance proceeds. This relatively simple fix will guarantee that life insurance proceeds can never be used to pay creditors.

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sk any woman over 50 what her current style is and she’ll most likely pause and not have an immediate answer, according to fashion editor Lois Johnson. Ask her if she’s trendy, or old fashioned, or matronly and she’ll think a minute and then answer “No, not really.” Most fashion books and magazines categorize women in groupings like artsy or bohemian or classic. “We don’t think of ourselves in terms of what we wear,” Johnson writes. “We think of ourselves according to how we live.” In fact, our style reflects the way we feel about clothes, our bodies and our lifestyles. Whatever your style, women “of a certain age” can boost their look to maximize what they wear.

Johnson’s tips: 1. Sit like a front-row celeb and stand like a model. Your personal body language helps or hurts the way you look in your clothes. This is

not always easy as bone mass starts to go, muscles sag and fat creeps up on us. Johnson says you don’t have to pose, but just be more aware of posture and how you move. Walk tall; when people are around, do cross your legs and then slant them in the direction of the lower leg. Then lift that upper leg a bit so the calf doesn’t bulge. When you stand, keep your chin up, neck elongated, shoulders down and back and your tummy tucked in.

2. Consider your shape first, trends second. Think about your shape and not the shape it’s in as well as your skin tone and personal preferences. Stick to the look that works for you and own it. Then play with color, shape, layers and subtle updates.

3. Keep it seasonless and versatile. Modern life, planes, restaurants can alternate freezing cold and steamy hot no matter the month, so keep a core wardrobe of neutral colors that look right any place and any time of year. Wear blended fabrics and layer the pieces.

4. Get your body in shape any way you can and find a comfort zone that makes you clothes-happy. Face it, says Johnson, a firm body does increase your clothes options. “Inhibited by your torso? Suck it all in with shapewear, increase your crunches and wear one-piece dresses,” advises Johnson. 5. Do the new sexy. It’s not about cleavage, minis or slitellos anymore. “One of the advantages of age is knowing how to be subtle but effective,” writes Johnson. Think about

showing bare arms or shoulders and playing up curves with belts (instead of tight, clingy clothes). Wearing peep-toe sandals with a great pedicure is much more attractive than trying to balance on stiletto heels. Toss the mini skirts and wear casual, well-fitted jeans instead. Pop on some big sunglasses and forget about the designer logo shirts. “And don’t forget to flash a warm white-toothed smile often,” notes Johnson. That, balanced with volunteer work and mentoring is sexy, too.

6. Go for feel-good fabrics. Johnson notes that while we live in a tech-centric world of computers and smartphones, our generation is hardwired for a physical world that’s a lot more touchy-feely. “We still like in-person face time, eyeto-eye communication and the pleasurable feeling of fabrics against skin.” Think the softness of vintage jeans and freshly washed cotton T-shirts. Ahh, they feel so good.

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a healthier option than a doughnut, especially when sprinkled with a few oats or studded with blueberries, but don’t fool yourself. Made with refined white flour and plenty of oil and refined sugar, muffins are nothing more than cupcakes without icing. Many coffee shop muffins are mega-sized and can easily top 500 to 600 calories.

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• Frozen Yogurt: Frozen yogurt is a delicious summertime treat made with low-fat or fat-free dairy ingredients, but it’s definitely not calorie-free. Most include a hefty amount of added sugar. Many of the live and active cultures added to frozen yogurt are not able to survive freezing, so don’t count on any probiotic benefits. Newswise

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eyond the link of the words Gainesville and Gators is another link between nature and culture. It’s the blend of an area with much to offer in nature as well as an outstanding cultural mix. But have you heard these national-level accolades Gainesville has received? • SmartMoney.com ranks Gainesville the #1 place to retire during an economic downturn.

• Forbes ranks Gainesville in the top 25 “Smartest cities in America” and in the top 25 “Best places to do business and have a career.”

with a hip culture because of the university but also a city of great Southern charm. From our lodging at the Magnolia Plantation Inn (see editorial), we could walk 10 minutes to downtown restaurants, a stage play and the local farmer’s market. Short drives took us other places we visited. In Gainesville, besides the University, you’ll find: • Florida’s official natural history museum is located on the University of Florida campus. The Florida Museum of Natural History houses more than 34 million specimens and cultural artifacts designed to show Florida’s unique habitats and cultural history.

bison (yes, bison!), wild horses and more than 250 species of birds. You can see the park by hiking, riding horseback or biking on the eight trails.

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• The Hippodrome State Theater (once the central post office building) is the architectural centerpiece of Gainesville’s Historic Downtown.

• Ichetucknee Springs State Park provides a great tubing run while San Felasco hammock Preserve State Park offers places to bike and hike. • The Retirement Home for Horses at Mill Creek Farm in Alachua lets you see horse living out their days in carrot-crunching peace.

• Morningside Nature Center is a 10acre living history farm, circa 1880.

• Popular Science magazine ranks Gainesville “Most Technologically Advanced City in Florida.” • National Geographic Adventure magazine ranks Gainesville among the top 10 “Best places to live and play.” • AARP ranks Gainesville in the top 20 “Best Places to Reinvent Your Life.”

• Gainesville ranked #1 in the newest Sperling’s “Cities Ranked & Rated: 400 Metropolitan Areas Evaluated in the U.S. and Canada.”

Travel I read this list of accolades from major sources, shrugged and said “Who knew?” But that’s when I knew it was time to go see what Gainesville is all about. Located conveniently in the center of the state, Gainesville remains a small town at heart. Being a college town gives the town energy and passion, education, an eclectic mix of personalities and interests, all of it in some way inspired by the school. My husband and I visited for three days with no schedule except to see what was there. We found a charming small city, Lifestyles After 50 • August 2013 • page 32

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Butterfly Rainforest exhibit, Florida Museum of Natural History

There’s the spectacular Butterfly Rainforest exhibit. It’s an amazing wing of the Museum which includes one of the world’s largest collections of butterflies and moths. Visitors can walk through an enclosed garden while butterflies flit around or watch researchers at work behind glass in their genetic study of butterflies. Glass cases allowed us to see live butterflies emerge from their cocoons.

• Next door is the Harn Museum of Art where I was completely wowed by the new Asian wing featuring a Japanese water garden. It includes a notable collection of Korean art contributed by General James Van Fleet. The Harn’s permanent collection and traveling exhibits reflect the academic diversity of the university community’s academic scholarship. Free but donations accepted.

• The Kanapaha Botanical Gardens are 63-acres worth of gardens just a mile west of I-75, next to Lake Kanapaha. You’ll find the largest herb garden in the Southeastern U.S. as well as Florida’s largest stand of Chinese Royal Bamboo. Watch for festivals and other special offerings during the year. The water gardens were a particular delight, attracting some spectacular birds. (Trivia: A botanical garden—such as the Kanapaha—differs from a public garden in that a botanical garden labels its plants.) • Use your smartphone to enjoy a narrated driving trip through the Northeast Historic District of Gainesville to appreciate architectural styles typical in Florida from the 1880s to the late 1930s. Nature calls • Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is a National Historic Landmark that provides habitat for alligators,

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