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It’s Never Too Late To Learn New Things

Dear Readers,

We also added another kingdom of biology to the existing five (Animalia, Plantae, Fungi, Protista and Monera) hese aren’t gray Meet Archaea: single-celled critters hairs, they’re that are somewhere between bacteria wisdom highlights. and amoeba, known for making their That sage internet quote homes in extreme places like deep caught my attention while I was browsing Tracie Schmidt, sea thermal vents or the guts of living Editor creatures. They make some of the online the other day.

It’s a wonderfully self-affirming state- strongest cases for life on other planets.

The discovery of the Higgs boson ment—the kind that makes you want made history in 2012 at CERN and pour that bottle of L’Oreal down the is unraveling a few of the mysteries drain and embrace those knowledgesurrounding mass in quantum physics. radiating locks. But the truth is, silver Last, but not least, Pluto was reclassihair or no, wisdom doesn’t always come fied from a planet to a “plutoid.” What with age. Sometimes it takes work. did Pluto do to deserve this, you may As we get older, we run the risk of stagnation—closing ourselves off to new ask? And what happens to that classic ideas and experiences for the comfort of elementary school phrase: My Very the safe and routine. It might be a defense Eager Mother Just Served Us Nine against a world that is changing in very Pizzas? Now we get nine….what?

These are only a few of the ways fast, very unpredictable ways. Music, pop our collective human knowledge has culture, technology, familiar places and even scientific facts can all be turned on changed. And we’re constantly on their heads in the space of a decade, and the brink of new discoveries, which with it, a little bit of our sense of identity. means we’ll never run out of things to find and explore. As we age, we have Here are a few things that have been an opportunity to ask more questions, redefined in the past 50 years. For to learn and grow as the world does. example, human beings now officially It’s never to late to learn. The mind is have five senses of taste instead of the four we learned about in school (sweet, plastic, moldable. New connections are formed with each experience, and the salty, sour and bitter). “Umami” is the more you learn, the better armed you are new term for that savory sense of taste in the fight against nefarious diseases like we enjoy from a fatty piece of bacon.

Alzheimer’s, dementia and boredom.

“Ultrahard nanotwinned cubic This time of year, kids are going back boron nitride” dethrones diamond to school and you can, too. As a generaas the hardest substance on Earth, tion, boomers are uniquely connected according to the journal Nature in to avenues of learning that their parents 2013. While it might not make the never had. Online libraries like openlimost romantic engagement ring, brary.org lend out digital literature and it’ll certainly hold up the longest.

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research materials for free, and local libraries offer movies, music and books online as well. If you own an iPad, you can take free classes on iTunes U on everything from robotics to the humanities. Brain training programs like Lumosity.com boast that their games and exercises improve cognition, attention and memory, as do facilities called “cognitive cafes” and “mind spas” that are popping up around the country.

Want to mix travel and learning? Join programs like Road Scholar (roadscholar.org) or FEXEXA (fexexa.com) and take a class on Italian cooking in Italy.

Or take advantage of continuing education classes with discounted tuition at a local college. It’s a great way to meet others who are enthusiastic about learning and make friends of all ages.

Whatever you do, don’t stagnate— educate! Keep an open mind and exercise it as often as you can, and you’ll have wit and wisdom aplenty for many years to come.

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Learning For Fun—50s and Beyond

BY ELLE LAYNE

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remember when I was a kid at the end of summer—the return of the school year was looming menacingly and all I wanted was to make vacation last a few more weeks.

Nowadays it seems like I have the opposite problem. Now that I’m retired, what do I do with all of my free time?

Have you thought about going back to school, my friend asked me? I’m not talking about another degree, she said. Just learning for fun.

Learning? For fun? My inner child chewed on that puzzling concept for a minute, recalling towering stacks of homework assignments.

Then she mentioned that there were no grades, no tests and no homework.

Well then, sign me up!

She was referring, of course, to the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), which has programs at campuses across America.

The program first began in Maine when a rabbi named Harry Sky realized a need for new learning opportunities for older students. He rallied peer educators and volunteers in his community—they came up with their own curriculum and ended up with an overwhelming 500 students at their first meeting. Funding from the Bernard Osher Foundation enabled the program to expand to other states, and in the 90s, OLLI was born.

Adult students can now participate in classes, trips, workshops, speakers series, special events, social activities and more, as well as opportunities to volunteer and do pro bono work.

“The mission of OLLI is to provide educational and social opportunities to people 50 years of age and above in order that they might grow intellectually, socially and culturally in a climate of friendship and mutual sharing of ideas and life experiences,” says Jeanette Toohey of University of North Florida.

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Here are some of the fall course offerings at OLLI USF:

Five Florida colleges are part of the network, including Eckerd College in St. Petersburg and the University of South Florida in Tampa.

Classes range from $30 to $60 and run from 1 – 8 sessions depending on the subject. Venues also vary—you could take a class on Impressionism at the Tampa Museum of Art, challenge a fellow student to a game of Bridge at John Knox Village or learn about opera at the University Village Auditorium.

Cultures and Landscapes of China: 10/22 – 11/12, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Carrollwood Cultural Center, Tampa.

Financial Strategies to Help Pursue a Successful Retirement: 10/13 – 11/3, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Canterbury Tower, Assembly Room. iPhone for Beginners: 10/27 – 11/17, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m., University Village Villas Club House.

OLLI Singers! 10/1 – 11/19, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Forest Hills Presbyterian Church.

There’s also a Friday Lecture Series that’s free for students; topics include everything from World War 1 history to fulfilling your bucket list.

To learn more, or to register for classes, call 1-866-541-7124 or visit www.conted.usf.edu/seniors.

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egular physical activity helps keep your heart, lungs, and muscles in shape and can stave off the effects of aging. In much the same way, exercising your brain can help keep your mind sharp and your memory intact. Here are four ways to activate your brain from Harvard Medical School.

4 Ways To Stay

• Walk instead of driving when possible.

• Set aside time each day for exercise.

Mentally Sharp Keep busy and engaged

The MacArthur Foundation Study on Successful Aging, a long-term study of aging in America, found that education level was the strongest predictor of mental capacity as people aged. The more education, the more likely an individual was to maintain his or her memory and thinking skills. Intellectual enrichment and learning stimulate the brain to make more connections. The more connections, the more resilient the brain. That’s how a habit of learning and engaging in mentally challenging activities—like learning a new language or craft—can help keep the brain in shape, especially later in life.

Finally, exercise has been linked to increased production of neurotrophins, substances that nourish brain cells and help protect them against damage from stroke and other injuries.

Here are some ways to build physical activity into your daily routine:

Meaningful, socially engaging activities may prove especially helpful. In a study conducted with the Baltimore Experience Corps, volunteers were assigned to either a waitlist (control group) or a group that helped elementary school children during class and library time.

Early results suggested that participants who remained engaged in the program for many months improved their executive function and memory.

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beyond. Although the precise “dose” of exercise isn’t known, research suggests that the exercise should be moderate to vigorous and regular.

Examples of moderate exercise include brisk walking, stationary bicycling, water aerobics and competitive table tennis.

Vigorous activities include jogging, high impact aerobic dancing, square dancing and tennis.

Physical fitness and mental fitness go together. People who exercise regularly tend to stay mentally sharp into their 70s, 80s, and

= Make new friends

Establishing and maintaining close ties with others is another way to maintain mental skills and memory. Social interaction and mentally engaging activities often go hand in hand (think volunteering or tutoring schoolkids).

Social relationships can also provide support during stressful times, reducing the damaging effects that stress can have on the brain.

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• For extra motivation, ask your spouse or a friend to join you.

• Use the stairs instead of the elevator.

• Plant a garden and tend it.

• Take an exercise class or join a health club.

• Swim regularly if you have access to a pool or beach.

• Learn a sport that requires modest physical exertion, such as tennis.

Go Mediterranean

Exercise helps memory in several ways. It reduces the risk of developing several potentially memory-robbing conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes and stroke.

Exercise is good for the lungs, and people who have good lung function send more oxygen to their brains. There is some evidence that exercise helps build new connections between brain cells and improves communication between them.

Mediterranean-type diets highlight whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and healthy fats from fish, nuts, and healthy oils. This eating style helps promote heart health and may also lessen the risk of memory and thinking problems later in life.

In a study that followed more than 2,000 people over four years, those who most closely followed a Mediterranean-type diet had a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. A later study suggested that following a Mediterranean-type diet could slow the conversion of mild cognitive impairment into full-blown dementia.

Eating several servings of fruits and vegetables can also protect memory. Foods from plants are chock full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other nutrients that may protect against age-related deterioration throughout the body.

From Harvard Medical School.

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hrough Oct. 20 Spirited: Prohibition in America. Step back in time when flappers and suffragists, bootleggers and real-life legends Al Capone and Carry Nation took sides in the battle against the bottle. $10.95. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tampa Bay History Center. 813-228-0097.

hrough Sept. 28 “The Last Night of Ballyhoo.” There’s plenty of comedy, romance and unexpected revelations along the way. A delightful comedy freighted with an uncomfortable message. 8 p.m. $28.

Straz Center, Tampa. 813-229-7827.

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14, 21, 28 Upstairs/Downstairs at the Tampa Bay Hotel. Enjoy live theater of single-character vignettes that bring turn-of–the-century Tampa Bay Hotel staff members and guests to life. $7. 2 p.m. Henry B. Plant Museum. 813-254-1891.

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AARP of Brandon 25th Anniversary. All about AARP driving courses. Bring a sandwich and bring a friend and they will furnish dessert and beverages. Free. 11:30 a.m., Brandon Recreation Center. 813-635-8179.

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17, 24 Indoor Walking Classes. Increase your fitness level with this video-guided class.

9:30 a.m. Town ‘N Country Senior Center, Tampa. 813-873-6336.

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19, 26 Plant City Social Dance Club meets at Stardust Dance Center. Singles and couples welcome.

7 p.m. to 11 p.m. $5/$7. 863-409-7714.

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“Three Angels’ Message.” A cappella group that incorporates gospel, R&B, jazz, Neo-Soul and contemporary Christian music.

8 – 10 p.m. $13 – $19. Carrollwood Cultural Center, Tampa. 813-269-1310

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Craft Show and Festival. Food, raffles, bake sale. Over 40 vendors. Breakfast and lunch available.

Open to the public. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Live music from 12 – 4. Brandon Moose Lodge, 804 S. Miller Rd. 813-655-0423.

Bingo for The American Heart Association. $5 for 4 cards will be donated to the American Heart Association. 25 cents each additional card.

Includes burger bar lunch and prizes. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Memorial Hospital of Tampa Auditorium. RSVP: 813-342-1313.

Actors against Alzheimers presents “Unforgettable,” a walk down memory lane. Concert with a cause. Sun City Center United Methodist Church.

6:30 p.m. $10/$15. 813-634-2539.

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Strawberry Classic Car Show.

400 – 600 antique, custom classic cars and trucks on display. Vendors, crafts, live entertainment, food and more. Free. 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. McCall Park, Plant City. 813-754-3707.

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and 21 Buckler’s Christmas in September Craft Fair. 10 a.m.

– 5 p.m. $6 (bring a canned good and receive $2 off). One paid admission good all weekend. Florida Expo Park State Fairgrounds. 386-860-0092.

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Day Trip with Northdale OWLS. Raymond James Art Collection tour and dutch lunch at Cracker Barrel.

Bus departs Northdale Park at 9:45 a.m., returns 2:30 p.m. $19. 813-985-4859.

St. Joseph’s John Knox of Tampa Bay has been located in the heart of Tampa across from the University of South Florida for over 40 years. We provide an outstanding Independent Living experience for the senior population. St. Joseph’s John Knox offers an extensive activities program which allows you to stay as active and healthy as you choose.

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The Assisted Living program at John Knox Village allows those who need assistance in their activities of daily living to get that assistance with the dignity and respect they deserve as they age.

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The Med Center at St. Joseph’s John Knox of Tampa Bay is a 163 dual certified skilled nursing facility, serving the community with outstanding care and compassion for all the short term rehab and long term care patients they serve.

Dr. Roberto Diaz from Moffitt Cancer Center will present a free program called “Surviving Cancer” at 7 p.m. at Keystone Community Church in Lutz. Learn about new cancer treatments. Bring a friend and ask questions. Details: 813-527-8211. ct. 4 – Tampa Bay’s “Dancing with the Stars.” See local celebrities partner with professional dancers and perform to benefit Bay area charities. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at TPepin Hospitality Centre, Tampa. Tickets and more info: dee@handsacrossthebay.com.

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Contact St. Joseph’s John Knox Village of Tampa Bay at 813-977-6361 for more information or to schedule a personal luncheon tour.

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ASK THE EXPERT DR. SCOTT POWELL, MD Otolaryngologist

Dr. Scott Powell grew up in Florida, first in Valrico and then Jacksonville. He started his education at the University of Florida. After graduation, he moved back to the Tampa Bay area for medical school at the University of South Florida College of Medicine where he also obtained his Master of Business Admin. He stayed at USF for his residency in the Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery.

Following his training, he joined Tampa Bay E.N.T. Member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-HNS, American Academy of Otolaryngic allergy, American Academy of Facial Plastics Surgery, FMA, FSO, and HCMA, voted one of America’s Top Doctors since 2011.

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Get Ready For Fall Allergy Season

BY MONTEFIORE MEDICAL CENTER and David L. Rosenstreich, M.D

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s summer comes to a close, kids head back to school and preparation for fall begins, don’t’ forget to consider fall allergies, which begin in late August and peak in September. Three triggers typically occur—ragweed, indoor allergens and infections.

Ragweed: Most prevalent in the Eastern and Midwest states, ragweed results in symptoms that include itchy eyes, nose and throat, sneezing, stuffy or runny nose, tearing or dark circles under the eyes.

An allergy symptom is the result of the immune system overreacting. It mistakes the pollen or other allergy trigger as a foreign invader and attacks it, which leads to the release of chemicals called histamines into the blood. The histamine travels through the blood and latches onto histamine receptors on other cells, causing them to swell. This inflammation causes many familiar allergy symptoms.

Indoor allergens: During the fall people tend to stay indoors more, which exposes them to allergens like pet dander, dust and mold. Some tips:

• Maintain an allergen free environment at home • Focus on your bedroom: keep your pets out, eliminate dust-magnet rugs and avoid feather pillows.

• Make sure the fireplace is wellventilated and be careful of any leakage.

• Keep damp places like basements and bathrooms dry to deter mold.

• Have your heating system cleaned to avoid dust mites when you first turn on the heat Infections: The third trigger is infections and the flu, which affect the body’s immune system and cause it to release antibodies and histamines to fight them off. The flu vaccine is recommended to help reduce the risk of getting sick, but it’s even more important for the elderly or those who suffer from asthma or other lung conditions.

“There’s no reason for people with allergies to suffer,” Dr. Rosenstreich said.

“As long as you take the proper precautions, you should be able to enjoy the beautiful fall weather and make the most of family time in your home.”

David L. Rosenstreich, M.D., is Board Certified in Allergy & Immunology and Internal Medicine, and is a professor at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

Disney Deal for Grandparents I n recognition of Grandparents Day, Sept. 7, the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotel is making it easier for the whole family to connect and spend quality time together on a multigenerational vacation.

Grandparents and their families vacationing at the Epcot Resort Area hotel can receive a connecting guest room for just $109 per night—up to a 50-percent savings off standard

rates—when booking one room at the standard price for stays in September.

The hotel offers 17 world-class restaurants and lounges, five pools, two health clubs, tennis, nearby golf, a Balinese-inspired spa and complimentary transportation throughout the Walt Disney World Resort.

For additional information, or to make reservations, call 1-800-227-1500 or visit www.swandolphin.com/offers.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Oct. 18 T

he Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Join the walk and help raise funds to show your support. Sign up early!

Oct. 4 Manatee County: Riverwalk, Rossi Park; and Hernando County: Downtown Brooksville Oct. 11 Sarasota County: J.D. Hamel Park

South Shore Area: United Methodist Church; and Charlotte County: Gilchrist Park Oct. 25 Pinellas County: Bright House Field; and Lee County: Centennial Park Nov. 1 Tampa Bay Times Forum Nov. 15 Polk County: Joker Marchant Stadium; and Collier: Fleischman Park More info at 1-800-272-3900 or online at alz.org/flgulfcoast.

Remarkable Boomers Honored

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rom the time of its birth, the baby boomer generation (1946 – 1964) has significantly and uniquely changed our world. 2014 marks an important shift in American culture, as the last boomers turn 50.

American Masters: The Boomer List, premiering nationwide Tuesday, September 23, 9 – 10:30 p.m. on PBS (check local listings), tells the story of this influential generation through the lives of 19 iconic boomers

—one born each year of the baby boom: from Deepak Chopra, M.D., Samuel L. Jackson and Steve Wozniak to Erin Brockovich, Rosie O’Donnell and John Leguizamo.

To further explore the themes, stories and personalities of masters past and present, the companion website (http://pbs.org/americanmasters) offers streaming video of select films, interviews, photos, outtakes, essays and other resources.

7 Things You Must Know Before Putting Your Home Up for Sale Hillsborough County - A new report has just been released which reveals 7 costly mistakes that most homeowners make when selling their home, and a 9 Step System that can help you sell your home fast and for the most amount of money.

This industry report shows clearly how the traditional ways of selling homes have become increasingly less and less effective in today’s market.The fact of the matter is that fully three quarters of homesellers don’t get what they want for their homes and become disillusioned and worse - financially disadvantaged when they put their homes on the market.

As this report uncovers, most

homesellers make 7 deadly mistakes that cost them literally thousands of dollars. The good news is that each and every one of these mistakes is entirely preventable. In answer to this issue, industry insiders have prepared a free special report entitled “The 9 Step System to Get Your Home Sold Fast and For Top Dollar”.

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Practice Mindfulness for Joy, Confidence

BY JOAN FRANCES MORAN

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ave you ever wondered what it is like to be invisible? Maybe you’ve even felt invisible yourself from time to time. I had an experience about a decade ago when my best friend and I were at the makeup counter in a department store and no one would wait on us.

“It’s our age,” she said to me with disdain.

“Our age?” I asked. “We’re not even 60 yet.”

“You’re clueless,” she replied. “We’re not getting waited on because they can’t see us. We’re getting older.”

“That’s ridiculous. We look hot and hip and we’re just trying to buy some age-defying makeup.”

I laughed. “It’s not about age.

They need our business.”

“Yes, it is. They can’t see us,” she said firmly.

What my friend didn’t realize was that being seen has nothing to do with aging. Being seen is an attitude of confidence and style.

Being seen is about understanding that women are more beautiful and certainly more interesting as they get older. Most of my friends are young— really young—and they actually find me interesting. At 70, you’ve got some pearls of wisdom gleaned from experience because you’ve lived so long.

Furthermore, you can let go of the past, get rid of emotional baggage, be present, look forward with excitement and forgive anybody who ever said an unkind word to you because it’s in the past. Aging is like being in recovery, but a lot more fun.

being you. Your conscious awareness sets you on the journey of gratitude every day for those you love and cherish and for your amazing talents and skills.

A practice of mindfulness is at the center of your aging journey.

Mindfulness resonates a state of peace, increases personal awareness, fosters great health and inspires growth and transformation.

“Being seen has nothing to do with aging. Being seen is an attitude of confidence and style.”

“... Have you ever wondered what it is like to be invisible? ”

Retirement Living Life gets better as you age because you are more mindful about your place in the universe. You have a greater ability to recognize amazing possibilities and imagine untold opportunities.

Simple things take on new importance: You can say “NO” without guilt; you can say “YES” with more joy; you can find humor in almost anything because you finally understand irony.

According to the UCLA Mindful Awareness Center, mindful awareness can be defined as paying attention to present moment experiences with openness, curiosity, and a willingness to be with what is. It is an antidote to the stresses of modern times and invites us to stop, breathe, observe and connect with one’s inner experience. There are many ways to bring mindfulness into one’s life, such as meditation, yoga, art, or time in nature. Mindfulness can be trained systematically, and can be implemented in daily life, by people of any age, profession or background.

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In the last ten years, significant research has shown mindfulness to lower blood pressure and boost the immune system; increase attention and focus, aid those suffering from ADHD; help with difficult mental states such as anxiety and depression, foster well-being and lessen emotional reactivity; and thicken the brain in areas in charge of decision making, emotional flexibility, and empathy (marc.ucla.edu).

Mindfulness reminds you that the gifts of acceptance and surrender are never far from your consciousness. It is a relief to know that you no longer have to “prove” you are worthy of

Back to the makeup counter or other store where you may feel ignored. The salesperson is not waiting on you because she is busy at the cash register helping another customer. You are not invisible.

Being invisible because of age is a myth perpetuated by those of us that feel badly about aging.

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“Nursing home” or “retirement community?” These words have power as well as positive and negative connotations. They affect the way society treats us and the way we see ourselves. But what do we want to be called?

A recent article from Newswire referenced a survey conducted by SeniorMarketing.com, which gauged the responses of 1,114 people to the language used when describing individuals 50 and older.

Most respondents (71%) were comfortable with the term “Baby Boomer,” but opinions were evenly split over the term “senior,” with only 49% approving, the article stated.

According to Kevin Williams, president of SeniorMarketing.com, words that were once acceptable a generation ago have now become taboo. “Nursing home” got the worst response from his survey participants. “Perhaps most surprisingly, 44.2% agreed that the terms ‘senior living’ and ‘retirement community’ are outdated,” he said.

Furthermore, when addressing ageism, or discrimination based upon age, the survey found that half of respondents said they had been victims of ageist stereotypes, while 72% said that they knew someone who had.

Boomer Jeanne Adams wrote about an encounter with an 18-year-old waitress who kept calling her “honey.”

“Suddenly and without warning, all of the authority, respect, admiration, and accomplishments you have so painstakingly accumulated over the years, are reduced to nothing but trivial pursuits,” Adams wrote. “All

those academic degrees, professional titles, etc., have been relegated to insignificance in the eyes of society.

You have now been officially marginalized to someone who is seen as simply old...and will begin to disappear from the sight and thoughts of others.”

So what do we call ourselves? So far the solutions are as varied as the individuals they represent; we all think of ourselves in different ways.

The consensus is that those reaching out to the over-55 crowd would do well to put themselves in our shoes—to address us with the respect and validation they would like to be given when they reach our age.

We’re human beings who have achieved greatness in our lifetimes, and the language used to refer to us should not be used to categorize us, patronize us or control our interests or our lifestyle. Golden ager? The sun is hardly setting. We’re expected to live longer, healthier, more active lives than the generation before us, and the language should reflect that.

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Interactive Tool Takes Mystery Out of Menopause

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The Endocrine Society and its public education arm, the Hormone Health Network, recently launched the “Menopause Map™,” an interactive tool to help women learn about menopause and start important conversations with their health care providers and peers.

The Map allows women to enter info about their age, reproductive health and symptoms to determine where they are in the menopausal transition, as well as perimenopause and postmenopause.

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“Menopause is a natural part of a woman’s life, but many women are hesitant to reach out to physicians or other women to learn more about the changes and symptoms they may experience,” said Susan Kirk, MD, an Associate Professor at the University of Virginia and a member of the Hormone Health Network’s advisory committee. “The Menopause Map™ offers information women need to

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About the Map The Menopause Map™ features interactive questionnaires to help women gauge what stage of menopause they are experiencing. Based on an individual woman’s responses, the Menopause Map provides a printable resource she can take to a doctor’s appointment as well as links to other information.

In addition to menopause, the map covers the risks and symptoms of other medical issues associated with the biological changes that come with menopause— including thyroid issues, heart disease, bone loss and diabetes—as well as tips and treatments for managing and preventing these illnesses through adopting a healthier diet and lifestyle. Helpful information can also be found on treating the symptoms of menopause through hormone therapy, medications and non-pharmaceutical means. Some tips are included below.

The Map was developed by Endocrine Society physician experts and members of the Red Hot Mamas®, the nation’s largest menopause management education and peer support program. It includes links to the Red Hot Mamas’ Menopause Support Group, where visitors can connect with other women who are going through the change. Share your story along the menopause journey and be empowered, encouraged, and informed!

The Menopause Map™ can be found at menopausemap.org. (Newswise)

Dress in layers Avoid certain Avoid stress Herbal remedies Aromatherapy Hormone Therapy Gabapentin food triggers If you feel a hot You can then Herbs like black Make your own Hormones like estrogen This medication remove clothing, if needed. Moisture -wicking clothes can also keep you cool by drawing moisture away from your skin and evaporating it quickly.

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Hot flashes are a rarer occurance in men, but they do happen. It occurs most often in men with a history of prostate cancer, or in the case of a testosterone deficiency, according to author Gary Elkins, Ph.D., director of Baylor’s Mind-Body Medicine Research Laboratory and a professor of psychology and neuroscience in Baylor’s College of Arts & Sciences.

“Men are more reluctant to report hot flashes, and it’s not as prevalent.

There are fewer ways to deal with it.

If a guy has hot flashes, you can’t say, ‘Well, why don’t we put you on estrogen?’ But it’s a pressing problem.”

Current treatments for men are varied, ranging from testosterone supplement therapy to acupuncture. Outcomes have been mixed—and safety of some treatments remains in question, Elkins said.

In a study by Baylor University, one drug-free treatment that has proved effective is hypnotic relaxation therapy.

One of the subjects, “Mr. W.” visualized fishing at his favorite Texas lake whenever a flash would hit. He donned imaginary rubber boots, waded into the water and enjoyed a cool breeze as he cast a line and fish began to nibble.

The therapy “eliminated the flashes, calmed me down, cooled my body off,” he said. “During one session, I needed a blanket...The self-hypnosis was empowering.”

He went from 160 hot flashes a week to 15, and the technique proved beneficial for women as well. There may be hope for hot flash sufferers, as long as you are willing to try an unconventional treatment. (Info from Newswise and Baylor University)

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A. In general, sensitivity to taste

gradually decreases with age. But there are some whose taste isn’t affected by getting older. Who wins the bet? I won’t touch that one.

The ability to taste food and beverages means a lot to seniors.

Let’s face it; we lose a lot of the pleasures of our youth, but eating well isn’t usually one of them.

Taste also has a major impact upon our physical and mental health. Our sense of taste is especially important if we have to stay on a diet. If food loses its appeal, we may eat improperly and put ourselves at risk for heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Loss of taste can

lead us to overeat, undereat or add too much salt or sugar to our food.

While taste is important, we recognize flavors largely through our sense of smell. Try holding your nose while eating. Smell and taste are closely linked in the brain. It is common for people who lose their sense of smell to say that food has lost its taste. This is incorrect; the food has lost its aroma, but taste remains.

Loss of taste occurs less frequently than loss of smell in older people.

When an older person has a problem with taste, it is often temporary and minor. True taste disorders are uncommon. When a problem with taste exists, it is usually caused by medications, disease or injury.

In some cases, loss of taste can accompany or signal a more serious condition, such as diabetes, or some degenerative diseases of the central nervous system such as multiple sclerosis.

There are several types of taste disorders. You can have a persistent bad taste in the mouth. This is called a dysgeusia. Some people have hypogeusia, or the reduced ability to taste. Others can’t detect taste at all, which is called ageusia. People with taste disorders experience a specific ageusia of one or more of the five taste categories: sweet, sour, bitter, salty and savory.

The most common complaint is “phantom taste perception,” which is tasting something that isn’t there.

If you think you have a taste disorder, see your doctor. Diagnosis of a taste disorder is important because once the cause is found, your doctor may be able to treat your taste disorder. Many types of taste disorders are reversible, but, if not, counseling and self-help techniques may help you cope.

If you cannot regain your sense of taste, there are things you can do to ensure your safety.

Take extra care to avoid food that may have spoiled. If you live with other people, ask them to smell and taste food to see if it is fresh. People who live alone should discard food if there is a chance it is spoiled.

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Veterans Corner

Vietnam 1968 – 1969: From Innocence to Trauma

BY JANICE DOYLE

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He and a buddy he calls PJ in his autobiographical novel “A Field of Innocence” had crawled through a rice paddy in Vietnam to rescue some trapped Marines. They found the squad’s corpsman wounded, applied some battle dressings and began dragging him toward a line of trees. A sudden spurt of enemy gunfire hit PJ three times. Estes took off one boot and used his sock to wrap PJ’s arm.

“I felt I could only save one person, and I chose PJ and headed for the tree line. I laid him down. I was shaking. I grabbed my rifle and started screaming and firing until I ran out of ammunition. I picked up another gun and started again.”

A medivac truck came and loaded PJ. Estes climbed in the back too.

The driver asked him what he was doing. “I told them I couldn’t stay because I didn’t have but one boot and my rifle had been shot up. The gunny sergeant handed me a rifle and the driver took off his boot, handed it to me and told me to get out.”

From then on, Estes says, “I saw but didn’t feel anything and that’s how I felt for the rest of my tour. I’d see someone get shot, either an enemy or someone in my unit, and feel nothing. That was the turning point.”

Back home, he did things that were very dangerous and was hyper-alert, watching everything. He got in fights.

He went to college and began writing and reading about the war.

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At Southern Illinois University he began writing and reading about the war. The anti-war movement was in full swing. He says, “I wrote in ways to punish people. At that time I wanted people to fear me. Many decades later I changed that to wanting people to respect me.”

Decades later, Estes says he has gone through “hundreds of hours of therapy and been on medication.

Those things plus my wife’s love turned me around. The trauma I felt turned to a disorder that interrupts life in negative ways. I turned things into a positive reminder of the war’s effects.”

He wants all veterans suffering with war’s traumas to know there is help.

With his wife Colleen, he created the Fallen Warriors Foundation to honor the sacrifices of American soldiers and help heal the pain of war. They delivered hundreds of thousands of dollars of goods to the poorest villages in Vietnam. Estes led disabled veterans back to the place of their biggest trauma for their healing. He has also taken medical teams to remote villages and primitive hospitals to give care. More recently he and Colleen have begun holding meditative retreats for help with healing. They produced a film titled “Wounded Spirits, Healing from Trauma: The Vietnam Veterans.”

His book “A Field of Innocence” is a realistic and chilling story which details the sounds, the sights, the smells and the fear that accompanied the very young Estes and others on the battlefields of Vietnam.

This fall his second book “A Soldier’s Son” will be released.

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any people think of Atlantic City as an expanse of Atlantic Ocean beaches and high-rise casinos with their green felt gaming tables and hundreds of slot machines.

That’s too limiting. People need to think of Atlantic City in terms of feet.

Atlantic City is a place to walk—up and down the beaches, along the four miles of famous Boardwalk, the length of the Steel Pier down to where the helicopter offers 10-minute rides.

Travel And it’s the place, every September, to see 53 beauty contestants parade up and down the city as the Miss America Pageant celebrates decades-old traditions of poise, articulation, talent and shoes. Yes, shoes. While millions are expected to watch the televised finals on Sunday, Sept. 14, it is the parade the day before, Sept. 13—the “Show Me Your Shoes Parade”—that seems to provide the most conversation.

The parade provides the contestants a chance to be creative in a different arena. They can create elaborate costumes for the parade and especially their anything-goes shoes. Then, as the floats and convertibles inch along, the contestants prop their feet up for all to view as thousands line the route.

Dating back to the 1970s, local lore says that fans in bleachers along the Boardwalk wanted to see the fashionable shoes the contestants were wearing as their convertibles rolled by.

So they began to shout, ”Show us your shoes!”

Since then, the parade has grown. Last year’s parade of floats, cars, bands, dignitaries, celebrities, military heroes, youth groups and more had more than 4,000 participants.

Of course, getting the Miss America Pageant back to Atlantic City last year, after a 7-year absence, was a major feat as well. Nina Davulluri was the first Miss America to be crowned in Atlantic City since 2005.

The pageant actually extends over four days—three days of preliminary competition and then the televised final selection at Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall.

The tradition of Americans watching around their TV sets in September dates back to the first telecast in 1954. That broadcast broke all viewer records to date, with an estimated 27 million viewers.

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Above: Miss America 1965: Vonda Van Dyke. Left: The “Show Me Your Shoes” Parade.

(The Miss America Organization was formed in 1921. 86 women have become Miss America since.

Eight years did not see a Miss America, due mostly to historic world events.)

and flashing lights of hundreds of slots and the shouts of momentary winners at the dice table or roulette wheel.

Gambling or not, Atlantic City knows Atlantic City boasts its true success lies in family entertainthe ‘longest boardwalk ment. The Boardwalk remains untarin the world.’ nished by Hurricane Sandy, despite newscasts to the contrary. The Atlantic Ocean continues to lap endlessly at the sand dunes that line the Boardwalk day and night.

In fact, a new nightly entertainment is high-tech: three-dimension sound-and-light laser projections on the facade of Boardwalk Hall. Each is eight minutes long; there are four in a row, each offered every 30 minutes.

And if a visitor is foot-tired after a day of Boardwalking, the Tired of walking? Experience the famous Atlantic City “rolling Boardwalk in comfort with a guide chairs” await with willing guides. on a traditional “rolling chair.”

These rolling chairs date back to 1887 when visitors could take a leisurely Enjoying the Boardwalk tour of the Boardwalk while sitting in Of course there is much more to Atlantic City than this annual Septem- a comfortable couch-like seat, under a canopy, pushed along by a “driver” ber pageant. The casinos continue to draw gamblers and gamers around the who could act as a guide as well.

This really is a relaxing way to see clock. They offer a polished facade, friendly service, fine dining and enter- the Boardwalk and all of the vendors, tainment. While the casinos are facing shops, boutiques and restaurants that line the west side of the Boardwalk. increasing gaming competition from Occasionally a guide will point legalized internet gambling, many tourists still seek the bells and whistles out an image or storefront used in HBO’s highly successful Boardwalk Empire.

For visitors who may have missed the pageant itself, live or on TV, there is a chance to see an array of Miss America memorabilia at the Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center Hotel, where original Miss America gowns, accessories and nearly 500 historical Try your luck at Trump’s Taj Mahal. photographs are on view.

Where’d Da Go? Slot Machines Then and Now

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or PBR, their choice, offered when some sucker is yanking its handle.

Then there are retail establishments specific to the selling of older slot machines in gambling towns like Reno and Las Vegas, where selling gambling equipment is legal. Some of these stores have a decent sized collection on site. If you are a want-to-be buyer of a “dearly departed friend,” it is important to check state and local laws before you pull the trigger (handle), although, generally speaking, antique slot machines are legal in most states if they are over 25 years old. You can also do a Google search on “old slot machines for sale,” or, go to eBay, where a plethora of slots are always for sale.

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All machines need to show reasonable results or their replacement is inevitable. A gaming machine’s performance is measured by two factors: the amount of coins wagered daily (“coin in”) and the amount collected daily by the casino (“win”). If a machine’s performance falters ever so slightly, a slot manager could decide a change is needed in the slot mix, meaning the placement and positioning of machines on the casino floor.

My guess here, Leigh, is that you might also be inquiring about those 20th century antique machines from manufacturers like Mills and Jennings or some of the later IGT or Bally machines from the ‘70s or ‘80s.

Their resting places have a variety of possibilities. The first being, as with any slot machine, they are usually sent to a facility that strips them for usable parts and sorts the rest for scrap.

The first mechanical slot machine, the Also, stored in the basement of Liberty Bell, was invented in 1895 by many casinos is that slot graveyard San losing Francisco mechanic. you speak of, Moving where they live is the best medicine. Charles Keeping Fey, activea and Fey’s machine housed out their lives weight collecting dust. are just two of the ways that you can fight three spinning reels, each decorated with diamonds, Some machines might go to a private osteoarthritis pain.

In fact, for every pound you lose, collection, but, depending on local law, spades, hearts and one cracked Liberty that’s four pounds less pressure on each knee. For Bell per reel. When the bells lined up, they may have to be rendered inoperinformation on managing pain, go to fightarthritispain.org. able. Many a man cave has one sitting they produced your biggest payoff: 10 nickels. The original Liberty Bell in the corner to pilfer quarters from used to be on display at the Liberty the owner’s friends. A collector like Yours Truly, would never part with his Belle Saloon & Restaurant in Reno, but since its closing in 2006, it is now 1934 Mills Star “Firebird” QT nickel machine, as it pays for the free Guinness exhibited at the Nevada State Museum.

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FEXEXA allows participants to visit gardens, play golf, explore castles, go hiking, go biking, take cooking lessons, eat at places and shop in stores

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FEXEXA is designed for individuals, couples and small groups of friends.

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Participants will be matched with a local host based on personal interests.

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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.

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Housing “My house is more than just a haven for my family. It’s a real life scrapbook, art gallery and personal sanctuary,” said Michelle Hinkley, mom to three young boys and the lady behind the home and lifestyles blog www.4men1lady.com. “As much as I want it to be functional, I enjoy spending a little extra time finding ways to keep our home uniquely us.”

If you’re thinking about ways to add some personality, consider these five simple (wallet-friendly!) improvements:

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impressions start at the front door.

Consider your home’s exterior and

outdoor surroundings as you’re selecting a new hue, but when narrowing down your paint palette, also focus on the tints that best reflect your family’s vibe.

A bright green door is both welcoming and fun, while a shiny black finish adds glamour. Even a crisp, white hue can be anything but boring, offering a clean backdrop for potted plants and accessories that change with each season.

2. Replace a fixture. If cooking is integral to your personality, consider updating one of your kitchen’s most frequently used appliances: the faucet. Today’s kitchen faucets come equipped with a variety of features and make for a relatively simple DIY project.

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personality by decorating your space with small items or collectables. A collection of sea glass bottles or vases, for instance, could pay tribute to a favorite vacation spot, while ceramic animals in bright colors show off your quirky and creative side. To create a cohesive focal point, focus on collecting items similar in colors, materials or textures.

5. Build or craft something. If you’re really daring, try creating some inexpensive home decor for your space. Sites like Pinterest.com are great resources for compiling inspiration; many blogs also offer step-bystep guides for a variety of projects for the home. Whether you’re creating a one-of-a-kind piece of art or building a coffee table from scratch your next project could be a fun opportunity to help truly customize your home.

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lorida’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is seeking volunteers to advocate for residents in long-term care facilities like nursing homes, assisted living facilities and adult family care homes. Volunteers visit with residents to ensure they are treated with dignity and respect.

Training and certification are provided and volunteers participate in council meetings, administrative assessments and complaint resolution in facilities.

If you would like to become an ombudsman, visit ombudsman.myflorida.com, search for them on Facebook or call 727-588-6912 or 1-888-831-0404.

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Money Myth-Busters: Debunking Misconceptions About Life Settlements

BY PAUL SIEGERT

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he last of the baby boomer generation will celebrate turning 50 this year. As they transition from one life stage to another, many of them are probably unaware of the financial options related to their life insurance policies. Or, even worse, some unfortunate myths about life insurance may keep them from taking advantage of some important options.

According to the ACLI, there were $649 billion in life insurance benefits lapsed or surrendered in 2012. That’s money lost to people who are either living on fixed incomes or preparing to do so.

A life settlement works when consumers, usually 65 years or older, sell their policy to a financial company.

The financial company continues to pay the premiums, and ultimately collects the policy benefit. The amount the seller receives depends on four main factors: the size of the policy, the insurance premiums and the age and health of the insured.

Let’s dispel some of the biggest myths about this valuable financial option:

Finance Myth #1: The only purpose for buying life insurance is for the death benefit. In addition to the death benefit, there’s also a life benefit. You may be able to sell your policy and use the cash for immediate needs.

With a life settlement, your policy’s value may be much higher than the current cash surrender value offered by the insurance company. As a rule of thumb, a life settlement purchase price will typically range between 10 to 25 percent of the policy face amount.

Myth #2: With the improving economy, life settlements aren’t all that necessary. The economic recovery will likely trigger an inflationary period.

Costs will go up. That could make peoples’ situations worse, especially if they

are living on fixed incomes. Particularly now, it’s important to know that your life insurance policy is an asset that can be sold on the open market. You don’t need to surrender it. You may have other more beneficial options.

Myth #3: Only whole life policies can be sold in life settlement transactions.

That’s not true. Most policies sold in the secondary market for life insurance are permanent life insurance policies.

The best examples are universal and term-convertible to universal. Some variable policies may be sold as well.

Myth #4: Life settlements are only for people with a high net worth. In the past, it may have been that only people with high net worth were most aware of this benefit. In reality, life settlements are available to anyone over age 65 who owns a policy generally worth more than $100,000.

Myth #5: When life insurance premiums get so high that they are no longer affordable, the best way to cut losses is to let the policy lapse.

Absolutely false. Some people still think that their only option is to keep paying their life insurance premiums unless they can’t afford them any longer. Then they either allow their policies to lapse or surrender them. In that scenario, the insurance company is the only winner. At least consider a life settlement. It may give you some financial breathing room.

Life settlement transactions may appear complex, so it makes sense to work with a dedicated, licensed professional who can explain all of your options in layman’s terms. Your life insurance policy is a financial asset.

If you are considering whether to sell it, experience matters. GWG Life has provider licenses in 25 states including California, Florida, and New York. To learn more, visit www.gwglife.com.

Paul Siegert is a finance and investment expert, CEO of the nonprofit Insurance Studies Institute.

Simple Steps Can Reduce Probate Costs Finally, make sure your intentions are crystal clear and talk to your heirs about how much they are likely to inherit, thus reducing the chances of a family fight after your death. Any time you have a will or trust contest, that’s going to drive up the costs substantially.

BY WILLIAM R. MUMBAUER, Attorney

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olks fret endlessly over the perceived cost of probate. Yet, for most people, the cost of probating their estate will be far less than they fear.

The Law And You Although legal fees for probate are based on the size of your estate, there are assets that never go through probate and are not counted in determining probate costs. Retirement accounts and life insurance proceeds, for example, pass directly to the designated beneficiaries. Similarly, property that is owned jointly with right of survivorship goes directly to the other owners.

Assets held in a living trust go directly to the designated beneficiaries, thus bypassing probate. These trusts can be especially useful if you own homes in more than one state. By putting these

properties in a living trust, you ensure your estate won’t have to go through probate in each of the states involved.

There are other steps you can take to limit legal costs. Make sure you have an up-to-date will. Check that you have the proper beneficiary designations on your retirement accounts and life insurance.

Avoid owning too many non-liquid assets, like real estate, rare coins or antiques.

Also, keep your affairs well organized and try to simplify your finances, especially by paying off debts.

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ant to keep your brain in prime condition? It may be as simple as adding more healthy fats to your diet.

According to the Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research, people with high blood levels of the “good” fats found in fish had more robust brains than those with low levels of those fats, a new study reports.

For the study, researchers looked at blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids, the “good” fats found in fish. Oily fish like salmon, sardines, tuna and mackerel are particularly rich in omega-3s, as are some leafy greens and flaxseed oil.

While brains normally shrink as we grow older, having high omega-3 levels seems to slow this process. People with the highest levels of omega-3s had brain volumes that were the equivalent of preserving one to two years of brain health, the researchers found.

Brain volume was particularly well preserved in the hippocampus, a part of the brain critical for memory.

Try these brain-boosting recipes:

Grilled Salmon with Mustard & Herbs

Ingredients: 2 lemons, thinly sliced 20 – 30 sprigs mixed fresh herbs, plus 2 T chopped, divided thyme, tarragon, oregano 1 clove garlic 1/4 tsp salt 1 T Dijon mustard 1 lb. center-cut salmon, skinned

tablespoons chopped herbs. Spread the mixture over both sides of the salmon.

Place the salmon on the herb sprigs.

Directions Slide the foil and salmon off the Preheat grill to medium-high.

Lay two 9-inch pieces of heavy-duty baking sheet onto the grill without disfoil on top of each other and place on turbing the salmon-lemon stack. Cover a rimless baking sheet. Arrange lemon the grill; cook until the salmon is slices in two layers in the center of the opaque in the center, 18 to 24 minutes. foil. Spread herb sprigs over the lemons. Wearing oven mitts, carefully transfer foil and salmon back onto the baking With the side of a chef’s knife, sheet. Cut the salmon into 4 portions. mash garlic with salt to form a (discard herb sprigs and lemon slices). paste. Transfer to a small dish and (From EatingWell). stir in mustard and the remaining 2

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Popular Foods Of The ‘50s And ‘60s Fill in the blanks: 1. Cream of m _ _ _ _ _ _ m soup 2. C _ _ _ suey 3. Ding D _ _ _ 4. O _ _ _ _ rings 5. S _ _ _ _ b _ _ _ steak Answers:

Singers of the Top Songs of the ‘60s Find the last names of the singers of these top songs of the 60s:

1.“Puppy Love,” 1960 – Paul _____a 2. “At Last,” 1960 – Etta ______s 3. “Hello Mary Lou,” 1961 – Ricky __________n 4. “Palisades Park,” 1962 – Freddy __________n

5. “Go Away Little Girl,” 1963 – Steve __________e Answers:

1.“Puppy Love,”1960 – Paul Anka 2.“At Last,” 1960 – Etta James 3.“Hello Mary Lou,” 1961 – Ricky Nelson 4.“Palisades Park,” 1962 – Freddy Cannon 5.“Go Away Little Girl,”1963 – Steve Lawrence

ow well do you remember the snacks and songs of the 50s and 60s?

Jog your memory with this fun quiz.

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1. Cream of mushroom soup 2. Chop suey 3. Ding Dong 4. Onion rings 5. Salisbury steak

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Blueberry, Walnut & Flaxseed Oatmeal Ingredients 2 c water Dash salt 1 c regular rolled oats 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 c blueberries 1/4 c walnuts, chopped 1 T flaxseeds Directions Combine the water and salt in a small saucepan and turn the heat to high. When the water boils, turn the heat to low, add oatmeal and cook, stirring, until the water is just absorbed, about 5 minutes.

Add cinnamon, walnuts and flaxseeds.

Stir, cover the pan, and turn off heat. Let sit for 5 minutes. Serve with blueberries.

(From Sparkpeople.com).

Compose Your Own Concert Series at The Florida Orchestra

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ith concerts starting in October, The Florida Orchestra’s new season is just around the corner. In addition to the proverbial “something for everyone,” including concerts from Rachmaninoff to Rock, Mozart to Mambos, Beethoven to Ben Folds and Carmina Burana to Christmas carols, the orchestra has announced British conductor Michael Francis as its new music director designate.

The Florida Orchestra offers several concert series, the main ones being the Tampa Bay Times Masterworks and the Raymond James Pops, which offer 23 concert experiences to choose from. However, you can also mix and match three or more Masterworks and Pops to fit your tastes and calendar with a Compose Your Own package.

If you love piano concertos, you might pick Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 1, Saint-Saen’s Piano Concerto No. 2 and Bartok’s Piano Concerto No. 3. For fans of classic pop songs,

you might want to pick “Vegas and The Rat Pack,” “Nat King Cole Songbook” and “Judy Garland Tribute.”

If you want some classics and pops, maybe the perfect mix is Orff’s choral extravaganza Carmina Burana, “Star Wars & More” and Holst’s The Planets with big screen images shot by the Hubble Telescope. Compose Your Own is just $25 per ticket when you order three or more concerts.

The orchestra also offers a morning concert experience with complementary coffee an donuts with its Coffee Concert series in St. Pete and Clearwater. Tony Award winner and Principal Guest Conductor Stuart Malina shares fun and insightful commentary about the music—programs of familiar favorites

by Tchaikovsky, Brahms, Rossini, Rachmaninoff, Mozart and other masters.

For a free season brochure or to order a series package or single tickets, visit www.floridaorchestra.org or call 727-892-3337 or 1-800-662-7286.

Lawn and Grass: Mow the lawn high and fertilize with a low nitrogen slow release fertilizer like Milorganite (milorganite.com). Those growing centipede, Bermuda and zoysia should also fertilize around Labor Day. Make the last fall application at least one month prior to the average first killing frost.

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Compost Using Fallen Leaves: Leave some on the lawn to add organic matter and nutrients to the soil, or shred them for compost. Dig a two to three inch layer into the top 12 inches of annual or new planting beds and add a layer of leaves to decompose for a ready-to-plant garden bed come spring.

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Plant for Spring: Plant bulbs now for a colorful early spring display. Incorporate compost, aged manure or other organic matter into the planting area.

Add a low nitrogen slow release fertilizer when you plant. In general, plant bulbs two to three times their vertical diameter deep. Follow planting and spacing directions on the package or tag.

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Plant Trees: The soil is warm and the air is cool—perfect conditions for planting and establishing trees, shrubs and perennials.

And for those lucky enough to garden in warm climates, add a few winter annuals.

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edicating some time to prepare your landscape in the fall will pay off with healthier, more beautiful plants next spring. Here’s how:

Select animal-resistant bulbs. Daffodils, hyacinths, grape hyacinths and squills are a few to consider. Little Tommies (Crocus tommasinianus) tend to be more squirrel resistant than other crocus varieties.

Those gardening in mild climates need low-chill bulbs that will thrive and flower after a mild winter. Or purchase precooled bulbs for winter planting and spring flowering.

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Compost Happens Workshop.

8:30 a.m. Learn to turn trash to treasure. You’ll receive a compost bin and thermometer, too.

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Learn how to have a healthy landscape while conserving water. Includes tips on installing and using micro-irrigation, and one free micro-irrigation kit.

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Learn how they can be used to capture rainwater for irrigation while reducing erosion and stormwater runoff, then learn how to build your own. Attendees receive one free rain barrel per household.

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How to Restart The Print Spooler and More

& MOVING IN SUPPORT OF A HEALTHY HIP!

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Medicare Answers Dear Marci, Will Medigap plans be sold through the Health Insurance Marketplaces? —Marcus

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ear Marcus, No. Medigap plans, which are supplemental insurance plans that help pay out-of-pocket Original Medicare costs like deductibles and coinsurances, will not be sold through the Health Insurance Marketplaces. In addition, Medicare Advantage plans and Medicare prescription drug plans will not be sold through the Marketplaces.

Health Insurance Marketplaces were created by the Affordable Care Act as a way for uninsured or under-insured individuals to purchase health insurance. In general, people with Medicare should keep their Medicare coverage and should not purchase health insurance plans through the Marketplaces.

If you would like to learn more about different Medigap plans in your area, you can contact your local State Department of Insurance.

If you would like to get more information about Medicare Advantage plans or Part D plans in your area, you can contact 800-MEDICARE or go online and visit www.medicare.gov.

You can also contact your local State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) to learn more about your Medicare options. To find the contact information for your local SHIP, you can go online and visit www.shiptalk.org. —Marci

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I called Microsoft but they have done absolutely nothing to help me. Is there any way I can get my Contacts back?

After making your selection, choose Restore. If the cybergods are smiling upon you, your selected contact(s) should reappear in your Contact list.

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Forgetful? Don’t Panic

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hat was her name again?

Forgetting things from one second to the next—for example, walking into a room and forgetting why you went there, or occasionally misplacing personal items, like a wallet or car keys—are minor memory slips that are usually considered signs of benign age-related forgetfulness, and are not cause for worry, according to Harvard Medical School.

Potential signs of cognitive decline involve situations like getting lost in familiar surroundings, having difficulty remembering important details of recent events or difficulty following the plot of a television program or book because of memory problems.

If you notice that your memory changes that are worse than those of people your same age, or that it begins to interfere with daily life, it may be worth a visit to your doctor for a baseline assessment.

In the meantime, for those everyday normal senior moments, here are a few tricks that will aid your recall ability:

Easy Memory Helpers • Keep your keys, phone, and eyeglasses in the same place every day.

• Pay closer attention when you need to remember details.

• Do one thing at a time; multitasking increases forgetfulness.

• Repeat names of new acquaintances, silently or aloud.

• Link a person’s name to a rhyme or vivid mental image.

• Repeat important facts back to people as you talk to them.

• Eliminate distractions when you’re trying to learn something.

• Read instructions more than once on different occasions.

BRIDGE BITES

From The American Contract Bridge League

BY BRIAN GUNNELL

Opposite a 15-17 1NT, West had the HCP for game and cue-bid 3♠, hoping that East had something in Spades and could bid 3NT. Does North’s 4♠ seem a bit nutty? Or completely so? It was neither, North expected that 4♠ doubled would be a good sacrifice against an E-W game.

Yes, North fully expected that 4♠ would go down and South went out of his way not to disappoint her.

The play went like this: ♣K and ♦K and ♦A were cashed; Club ruffed by Declarer; trumps drawn in two rounds;

Nice Try, Partner Heart ruff; Diamond ruff; Heart ruff; Diamond ruff; Heart ruff. If you have worked your way through this orgy of ruffing you will see that Declarer had by now scored 9 tricks and had finally established that long Heart in his hand. That was the good news. The bad news was that all the trumps were now gone, the lead was in Dummy, and there was no way back to Declarer’s hand to score that long Heart. Down one!

North politely said “Nice try, Partner” which in this case loosely translates to “You blundering imbecile!”

A nicer try by Declarer would have been to use his trump entries to better effect. After ruffing the Club, Declarer should cash the ♥A, ruff a Heart, return to hand with a trump and ruff another Heart. This subtle change in timing solves the entry problem and now, by the time that the Hearts are finally ruffed out, there will still be a way back to Declarer’s hand (via another ruff).

Making four! “Nicely played, Partner!”

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