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Snowbirds’ Guide to Fun

Not sure how to spend this winter? Learn about what you can do for fun this season.

Veterans’ Day Travel

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November is For the Snowbirds and Diabetes Awareness November has always been a favorite month of mine. Growing up in the Midwest, it always meant that the weather was officially set for cozy holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas and the new year. The cold November rain that Axl Rose so passionately described is in full affect, making it perfect weather to curl into a plush throw blanket and pick up that psycho-thriller novel you’ve been working on for, well, too long. But for those of us that are fortunate enough to have a sunny escape from the settling winter, you’re probably just getting settled from moving back to the Sunshine State. You may also be more inclined to be more active than you would during Florida’s warmer months to soak in some vitamin D and fresh air. Great ways to do so include visiting one of the state’s many nature preserves, romantic getaways to the most tropical parts of the state or even citrus picking to make your own fresh citrus treats. To read more about what you can do this winter, look for our travel column in this issue entitled, “A Snowbird Guide to Winter Fun.” And Florida’s perfectly warm-but-not-hot climate during the encroaching winter months makes this a perfect time to start planning for your health. In past issues of Lifestyles, as well as in many of our online articles, we’ve discussed the importance of either starting to be or staying healthy—a priority that becomes pressing as our bodies age. One disease that seems to especially plague seniors in the southern part of our country is type 2 diabetes. As November is Diabetes Awareness Month, it’s a perfect time to re-evaluate your own lifestyles

choices in the name of your prolonged health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the best way to prevent diabetes is by eating healthy, getting about 150 minutes of light exercise every day and managing your stress to avoid high blood pressure (a disease often paired with type 2 diabetes as the two conditions share the same prerequisites). Now, implementing these changes is easier said than done. It’s difficult to change your lifestyle at any age, but especially for those 50 and over. The best way to start is to set small, short-term goals for yourself. For some, this could be taking a short walk on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, while for others, integrating more leafy greens onto their plates and less starches and carbohydrates. If you find yourself having an especially hard time starting and sticking with these lifestyle changes, the CDC has their National Diabetes Prevention Program (www.cdc.gov/ diabetes/prevention/) which can help you change and lower your risk by 58 percent, or 71 percent for those over 60. Safe travels to those migrating back to Florida, visiting friends and family or even using our snowbird travel guide to see the state.

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Veterans’ Day Pilgrimages BY: LES MEGYERI

I’m a proud retired Army officer. Since I retired 12 years ago, I pay honor to those veterans who were in the military and who dedicated their lives to serving this nation by making a pilgrimage to a military site each Veterans’ Day. 1. National D-Day Memorial in Bedford, VA: The entrance states, “In tribute to the valor, fidelity and sacrifice of Allied Forces on D-Day, June 6, 1944 and commends all Allied Armed Forces during the D-Day invasion of Normandy, France on June 6, 1944, during WWII.” Its location is due to the fact that 34 of Virginia National Guard soldiers from Bedford were part of D-Day and 19 of them were killed during the invasion’s first day. 2. U.S. Army War College, Carlisle, PA: Located on the 500-acre campus is the U.S. Army’s educational institution where each year 800 Army colonels and lieutenant colonels are admitted for senior leadership assignments. Its Army Heritage Educational Center houses an extensive library and exhibits, as well as honors outstanding graduates like Eisenhower, George Patton, Jr., Ulysses S. Grant, Creighton Abrams and Tommy Franks. 3. Korean War Veterans Memorial, Washington, DC: This memorializes those who served in the Korean War. More than 2,500 images representing land, sea and air troops are sandblasted into the wall, but outwardly there appear to be 38 soldiers representing 38 months and the 38th parallel that separated North and South Korea. A granite wall reads “Freedom is not free.” The number of dead was recently revised to 54,246.

4. Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Washington D.C.: Also known as “The Wall”. Set on two acres, the Wall honors those who died and who are unaccounted for during the Vietnam War. Last year, there were a total of 58,320 names listed, and directories of the names are located nearby. The nearby Vietnam Women’s Memorial is dedicated to women who served, mostly nurses. 5. World War II Memorial, Washington, D.C.: This consists of 56 pillars and small arches surrounding a fountain and was dedicated in 2009. The walls hold scenes from the servicemen’s lives such as getting their physical exams, taking the oath and being issued military gear. The Freedom Wall there has 4,048 gold stars, each representing 100 Americans who died in the war and the message, “Here we mark the price of freedom.” 6. Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA: Located on 624 acres, the dead of America’s conflicts are buried, beginning with the Civil War. It sits on the estate of General Robert E. Lee’s wife, Mary Lee Custis. On any given day, the Old Guard can be seen giving full military honors to recently deceased veterans, and at holidays, the organization Wreaths Across America honors the fallen. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is part of the Arlington Memorial Amphitheater, where ceremonies are held and the U.S. National Motto is inscribed on the Great Seal of the U.S.: “E pluribus unum” or, “Out of Many, One.” Thus, my military pilgrimages in commemoration of Veterans’ Day each November will have come full circle. Although my above list was randomly selected, Americans may want to establish their own lists. Most importantly, whether veteran or not, one’s faith in this nation’s military Lifestyles After 50 • November 2020 • 5 might is renewed.

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But as the saying goes knowledge is power. Tell your kids who will probably be making the decision as to who will handle the probate of your estate to insist that the attorney they choose follow not only the letter, but also the spirit of Florida Statute 733.6171.

People are concerned about the high cost of probate. So much so that in 2002 the Florida legislature attempted to put the brakes on escalating attorney’s fees in probate cases by passing into law Florida Statute 733.6171. The statute sought to curb excessive attorney fees by establishing essentially a tiered fee schedule for small estates and capping attorney fees for estates exceeding $100,000.00 at 3% of the value of the estate. The statute also aimed at reigning in attorney fees in probate cases by reminding attorneys that except in extremely unusual circumstances a decedent’s homestead real property should never be counted as an estate asset for purposes of determining attorney fees.

Mr. Mumbauer, a 5th generation Floridian, has maintained a law practice in Brandon, Florida since 1980 with emphasis on estate planning. Mr. Mumbauer takes special pride in representing the senior community by maintaining a sensitive and practical approach to problem solving. Mr. Mumbauer is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and the Elder Law Section of the Florida Bar. Mr. Mumbauer is also a Mentor in probate law and has been qualified by the Second District Court of Appeal in Florida as an expert witness in matters involving the drafting of Wills. Mr. Mumbauer’s Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating among judges and lawyers for Legal Ability is High to Very High and his General Recommendation Rating is Very High. His articles are based on general principles of law and are not intended to apply to individual circumstances.

To insure the constitutionality of the new law -- technically a “fee schedule” would be an unconstitutional restraint on trade -- the statute states that an attorney can still charge a higher fee than what is mandated in the statute, but only if the client “knowingly” agrees to a higher fee. Implicit in this is that the client be made aware of the attorney fee statute limiting attorneys fees before agreeing to a particular fee. Unfortunately, there is a small percentage of probate attorneys who simply quote higher fees without giving their clients the benefit of knowing that the fees quoted are above and beyond what the law considers reasonable and fair. Under the attorney fee statute, it should cost the same to probate a homestead worth 5 million dollars or one worth $50,000.00, the value doesn’t matter. But in practice a small percentage of unscrupulous attorneys simply choose to ignore the fact that the homestead is a distinct and uncountable probate asset and, instead, lump it together with the truly countable assets in an estate to arrive at a higher value for the estate and thus a significantly higher attorneys fee.

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the ABA’s Commission on the 19th Amendment, states, “Food has played an important role in life, culture and community. It is our common ground and universal experience, so this cookbook celebrates the courage of the suffragists because cookbooks have deep roots in the movement.” One recommendation by an original cook in 1918 was the “Emergency Salad”: one-tenth onion and ninetenths apple plus salad dressing. The early cookbooks also included basics on how to brew tea to be served with cakes covered in boiled merengue frosting. Like today, they featured comfort foods like soups, pot roasts and fruit salads. Finally, in 1920, the 19th Amendment was passed, and thankfully our vote, “… shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex.” What a milestone and historic event that brought about the largest expansion of democracy in America. Best of all, the second page of the cookbook contains a Smithsonian Institution sign that I hung in my window today: “A woman living here has registered to vote, thereby assuming responsibility of citizenship.” How perfect for all to see in this special year for us women.

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Recipe: Garlicky Mashed Cauliflower for Diabetes Awareness BY: REBECCA FENDING As Thanksgiving draws near, many of us are already planning the dinner menu for our family and friends. Roasted turkey, green bean casserole and sweet potatoes are all great, but this harvest meal wouldn’t be the same with a helping of mashed potatoes on your plate. But with November drawing attention to diabetes with it being National Diabetes Awareness month, it’s a good idea to think about recipes that are diabetes-friendly. Unfortunately, mashed potatoes may not be on the list for anyone who is diabetic or prediabetic. However, a fantastic alternative to this classic starchy side is mashed cauliflower. This cruciferous substitute not only has low glycemic index, but it’s super healthy! Cauliflowers have potassium, magnesium and calcium, and are rich in vitamin K and C—a vitamin that many of us need especially during this time year. This recipe serves about 4 people, adjust as needed. Ingredients: • 1 head of cauliflower • 2 tablespoons sour cream, cream cheese or Greek yogurt To Make:

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

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He couldn’t shapeshift into a wolf, and his real name wasn’t Jack. In fact, when he was born in 1938, Wolfman Jack was known back then simply as “Bob Smith from Brooklyn”.

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Smith, who grew up entranced by radio personalities, wanted to “deejay” for a living. In doing so, he quickly realized that he would need a unique persona and style to make his mark in an overcrowded and competitive field. Thus, he spent countless hours mimicking the patter of black radio hosts who spun the day’s coolest discs while apparently having a blast on the air.

Brooklynite Bob started his career in the early 1960s when he signed on with WYOU-AM in Newport News, VA. Enchanted listeners became convinced that they were grooving with a black hepcat by the name of “Daddy Jules.”

His next move took him to KCIJ-AM in Shreveport, Louisiana, where he called himself “Big Smith with the Records”. It was here that the horror-movie-loving personality created his Wolfman Jack character, which featured black argot and rapid-fire, offbeat, racy gobbledygook. His nationwide popularity, though, wouldn’t transpire until he went to work

for XERF-AM in northern Mexico. At 250,000 powerful watts—five times the limit set in America—the just-over-the-Texas border signal blasted throughout the southern American landscape each night, the Wolfman’s raspy delivery, eerie howls and demented schtick often fueled by unfiltered cigarettes and throatsearing whiskey. Returning to the States, he drifted from station to station for years. Along the way, many listeners found themselves wondering: just what does this guy actually look like? Eventually, several Kansas City college students offered him enough serious cash for an in-person appearance. He reluctantly agreed, insisting that first his payment—all in $20 bills—be brought to his house via a Brinks truck. Later, after he arrived at the designated venue in a limousine, he strolled onstage exhibiting prosthetic rubber cheeks, foot-long fingernails, a flowing cape and oversized sunglasses. Wolfman Jack portrayed himself in the 1973 film American Graffiti, where millions of viewers could finally connect a face to the voice. His appearance in the movie led to Wolfman TV commercials for acne cream, bathing suits, stereos and fast-food burgers. By 1974, he was co-hosting NBC-TV’s rock-oriented Midnight Special; in that same year, “Clap for the Wolfman” gave Canadian rockers “The Guess Who” their final Top 10 single. He wrote his autobiography—“Have Mercy: Confessions of the Original Rock and Roll Animal”—shortly before dying of a heart attack in 1995 at 57 years old.

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3 Meet Luna the Screech Owl 11 am-2 pm

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5 Meet Annie the Owl 11 am-2 pm Singer Paul Roush 5-8 pm Center Court

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10 Meet Luna the Screech Owl 11 am-2 pm

11 Veterans Day Vintage Car Club Car Show 11 am-2 pm Village parking lot

12 Meet Annie the Owl 11 am-2 pm Singer Paul Roush 12 noon-3 pm Center Court

13 Ingman Marine in water Boat Show

16 Musician Terry Dotson performs with Dave Heveron 5-8 pm Center Court

17 Meet Luna the Screech Owl 11 am-2 pm Singer Mark Gorka 5-8 pm Center Court

19 Meet Annie the Owl 11 am-2 pm

Festival of Lights Showcase Daily thru Dec 31st!

24 Meet Luna the Screech Owl 11 am-2 pm

30 Debbie Hoopes performs on the Hand Pan 4-7 pm second section of Village

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Festival of Lights Showcase Daily thru Dec 31st!

Musician Terry Dotson performs with Dave Heveron 12 noon-3 Center Court

Festival of Lights Showcase Daily thru Dec 31st!

Singer Paul Roush performs 5-9 pm Center Court

Singer Paul Roush 5-8 pm Center Court

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