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Notes on the Olympics—from FedExing the Horses to the Oldest Participant

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everal months ago I met equestrian Michael Pollard and his wife. They’re both world-class riders, Janice Doyle, own very expensive Editor horses AND have four children age four and under. Months ago they began making preparations to be on the U.S. Olympic Equestrian Team. (At this writing, I do not know if Michael made the team or not.) I learned from them some of what is involved in preparing to take our U.S Olympic team to the UK. Horses will be FedExed in custom-built stalls. Yes, FedExed! But the Pollards have to think about boarding stables, supplies, tack, grooms, riding schedules. And guess what? All four children travel with them, along with grandparents who go along to help, nannies, kid supplies—think of it. I hope you are looking forward to watching at least some of the Olympics this month and next. No sporting event captivates such a widespread audience as the Olympics, and by late August a few new names will have become “household words.” Remember Michael Phelps in Beijing just four years ago? Or Nadia Comaneci, the perfect 10 in 1976? Jim Thorpe, Carl Lewis. Jesse Owens—household names because of the Olympics. The Olympics have changed with the capabilities of media coverage. An Olympian used to be a person who had talent, nerve and luck. Today an Olympic-level athlete has 10,000 hours of practice, a full-time coach and an on-call sports psychologist. Historically speaking At 100 years old, Ingeborg Sjoqvist is today the oldest living Olympic competitor, and she still remembers her very bad dive 80 years ago. She told Simon Kuper of the Financial Times that she watches the competitions on TV and shouts Lifestyles After 50 • July 2012 • page 2

advice at the divers, even though she says, “They never listen.” Until the ‘80s, participants were amateurs. British runner Muriel Pletts practiced for the 1948 London Games by running to the bus stop every morning. One of the biggest Olympic upsets in track was Billy Mills, an unnoticed Native American who trained by running behind the garbage truck as he worked summers in South Dakota. In Tokyo 1964, he ran past two favorite runners at the last minute in the 10,000 metre race to break the tape and be greeted by officials saying, “Who are you?” Mark Spitz won seven gold medals in swimming at the Munich Games of 1972. He found he couldn’t make any money from it and stopped swimming. (Those games were the first Olympic competitions watched by U.S. television audiences.) The oldest Olympic champion alive earned the gold in water polo. Sando Tarics, 98, represented Hungary in Berlin in 1936. He remembers walking in to find swastikas, uniformed soldiers and Hitler. He trained for the 1940 Olympics, but Hitler invaded Poland and war intervened. Tarics and his wife live in California, went to the Beijing Olympics in 2008 and will be in London this month to watch. Trivia: Roughly 3,600g of gold worth more than $193,250 will be used to plate the medals that will be awarded at the 2012 London Olympic Games.

“Chariots of Fire,” 1981.

Movies Maybe you’d like to get ready for the London games by watching movies based on the Olympics. Over the

years, approximately 40 English language entertainment-based and documentary movies have been made that feature the Olympics in some way.

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Here are the top 10 modern Olympic movies as listed by IGN (a multimedia website) 10. International Velvet 9. Prefontaine

8. The Cutting Edge 7. Blades of Glory 6. Without Limits 5. Personal Best

4. Cool Runnings 3. Munich

2. Chariots of Fire 1. Miracle

Others, including some old black and whites: Champions, Geordie, It Happened in Athens, Freedom’s Fury, 2008 Olympics: Michael Phelps, Out of Left Field. So, I’m hoping the Pollards get to go, and if they do, it will be my first time to check the Olympic equestrian schedules. You do it, too. One way to stay active mentally is to engage fully in the moment. Even if you’re not all that interested in sports, choose one or more sports and become interested. Read the sports news about Olympians. Check the TV schedules and follow a sport or two. Stay engaged in life! It does a mind and body good!

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Retired Mentors Give Career Seekers an Edge

BY TRACIE SCHMIDT

hey say the economy’s on the rise again, and that’s good news for the long term. But for now, many people are still searching for work or struggling with low paying jobs. To help remedy this, two local organizations—The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Sarasota and Manatee counties and CareerEdge—have joined forces to match experienced retirees with new job seekers or those who are interested in developing the skills to advance their careers. These savvy seniors are known as “mentors,” and they are paired with trainees interested in learning about anything from a specific field of business to financial planning and work/life management. “When CareerEdge opened its doors, it was such a good fit,” says Vicki Copeland, RSVP manager for Sarasota at Senior Friendship Centers.

“We asked some of our volunteers to mentor in the CareerEdge program, and the mentors all report that it’s such a win-win—they get as much out of the program as the ones they train.” Mentors fulfill two main goals, according to Copeland. The first is to address the problem of unemployment through their Bridges to Career program. They help the unemployed train new job skills that will help them find work in a competetive market. The second goal is to partner with businesses in the Sarasota/ Bradenton area who are interested in helping their own employees grow and advance within their companies by learning new skills, opening up ground positions for new job seekers and keeping a constant stream of local employees coming in. Mentors aid trainees in other ways as well. “The volunteers from RSVP do such a large number of tasks—listening, coaching, supporting—fundamental tasks that we take for granted. They

train on writing resumes, you’ve accumulated feeling confident about over your life—you taking tests, financial can still put them literacy—no matter to good use.” what your skill set was She invites anyone in your professional who is interested life, there’s always to give them a call. something you can The process is offer,” says Copeland. simple: they will Manufacturing, speak to you about technology, transportayour skills, what tion and construction you would like to are just a few of the train and what you jobs mentors train for. want your level of CareerEdge mentors There have been entry involvement to be. Warren and Sandy. level openings in the Then, after a short healthcare industry at places like training program, you are matched Sarasota Memorial hospital as well. specifically to trainees that would benefit most from your expertise. Become a mentor Currently, RSVP and CareerEdge “We have some wonderful profesare recruiting for their upcoming fall sional folks who come down to period. “It’s such a wonderful opSarasota to retire, and they find at portunity for retired people to make a some point that there’s only so much difference in others’ lives,” Copeland golf and tennis you can play,” Copeencourages. To learn more, call land teases. “The skills and talents (941) 556-3274 or (941) 556-3210.

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rom simple scratches to major body work, Alemar Collision Center in Sarasota has got your car covered. This brand new facility is run by David Rodriguez, who has been in the body shop business since 1979. He is ASE and ICAR certified and brings years of experience to work on your vehicle. Alemar Collision Center does insurance jobs, full collision work, flawless color matching for spot jobs and more.

“All the work we do, we try to do in a quick and timely manner. We work for you, instead of your insurance company,” assures Rodriguez. One service they provide is a base coat and clear coat paint job for only $520. They’ll match or beat competetor’s estimates, and also offer discounts for AAA and AARP members. Alemar Collision Center, 1404 59th Ave., Unit 4, East Bradenton. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., M – F. (941) 465-2164.

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ring the grandkids and join Snooty the manatee for his 64th birthday party from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on July 21 at South Florida Museum in downtown Bradenton. The annual event, held in the Museum’s outdoor Spanish Plaza, is free for everyone. Snooty is the oldest known manatee in the world.

Snooty’s 64th Birthday Bash and Wildlife Awareness Festival will offer games, art activities and free cookies and juice for children. Tickets for games will be available for purchase. Special presentations from local environmental and wildlife organizations will be featured as well. The South Florida Museum is located at 201 10th Street West, Bradenton, Call (941) 746-4131 for more info.

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Open House at Felts Audubon Preserve. Bird walk on 27-acre preserve at 9:30 a.m. led by a Manatee Audubon Member. 4600 24th Ave. E., Palmetto. (941) 729-2222.

– 28 Summer Circus Spectacular. Bring the grandkids and see jawdropping feats by Circus Sarasota and others. $15/adults, $10/children 12 and under. Weekly shows at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Info: (941) 953-3368.

Free Memory Screenings at Senior Friendship Centers. Venice: First Weds. of each month, 1 – 3 p.m. 2350 Scenic Drive. Sarasota: Second Mon. of each month, 2 – 4 p.m., 1820 Brother Geenen Way. (941) 917-7197.

Gentle Yoga for everyone. 9 - 10:15 a.m. at Venice Holistic Center, 251 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice. Free. (941) 323-8033.

Free bluegrass jam every Thursday night in Bee Ridge Park, 4430 S. Lockwood Ridge Rd., Sarasota. Open to all; bring your instrument or listen in. (941) 364-5838.

Friday Fest. Free, familyfriendly outdoor summer concert with country singer Adrian Ray. 5 – 8 p.m. at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, 777 N. Tamiami Trl., Sarasota. Bring blankets or lawn chairs; no food or drink, please. (941) 953-3368.

and 26 Dining for Women Potlucks. Women, bring a dish and donate what you might have spent dining out. This month’s donations will support women in need in Cambodia. 6104 Winchester Place, Sarasota, 6 p.m. 26 Church of the Redeemer, 222 South Palm Ave., Sarasota. 6 p.m. Learn more: (941) 400-5242.

Evening Book Club. “The Story of Beautiful Girl” by Rachel Simon. A retired teacher tries to protect three escapees from an institution for the disabled. 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd., Venice. (941) 861-1270.

and 21 Sarasota Improv Festival. Acts from all over the country will perform on the Cabaret stage. Workshops taught by professional improvisors. 6 – 11 p.m. at Florida Studio Theatre, 1241 N. Palm Ave., Sarasota .

Dinner on a Skewer. Join Chef David Meador as he demonstrates how to create a meal all on your grill, with skewers. $25 per person includes samples, recipe booklet and glass of wine. Call (941) 749-0100 to reserve your seat. Renaissance on 9th, 1816 9th St. West, Bradenton.

Wildlife Photography: Cheap and Easy. Allen and Elizabeth Bosch will tell you how to get great pictures with minimal knowledge. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. at Jacaranda Public Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd., Venice. Register: (941) 861-5000.

Arts & Crafts at Mixons. Homemade American products and antiques once a month at the Groveside Market. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mixon Fruit Farms, 2525 27th St. E. in Bradenton. (941) 748-5829.

Monday Night Movies at the Ringling. “Heat and Dust,” A witty and reckless young wife of a 1920s British civil servant, and her niece, become seduced by the glories of India. 7 – 9 p.m. at the Historic Asolo Theater, 5401 Bay Shore Rd., Sarasota. $7. (941) 359-5700.

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Because consignment shops are locally owned, profits from each store stay in the community. (Most thrift stores are owned by organizations where the money goes to a charity’s coffers, and the profits may or may not be used in the local community.) Are there disadvantages to consignment shopping? The biggest disadvantage is that consignment shopping may be addictive. Today, that designer piece might be in a shop waiting for me. I just have to go check!

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hy don’t you run—run away from him?” is a question Heather Ulrich hears often. Her husband Marshall Ulrich’s feats are impressive, even legendary. At age 57, Marshall Ulrich went 3,063 miles on foot, running about 60 miles a day for 52 days straight, from San Francisco to New York City. He broke a world record set by a man half his age and completed the third fastest trans-American crossing in history. Being married to a guy so driven and prone to extremes requires a strength of its own—a special brand of emotional endurance. Ulrich’s wife Heather not only puts up with this craziness but embraces it as an essential part of him. How? Why? Heather says, “Because his running doesn’t deﬁne all of who he is. There’s more to him than being a runner. The running helps make him who he is.”

Marshall met Heather late in life and says she taught him to love again after great personal tragedy and previous marriages. He credits her not only with helping him to become a better man, but also with being crucial to his completing his epic, record-setting transcontinental run. Ulrich also won the infamous Death Valley Badwater Ultramarathon an unparalleled four times and will run it for the 18th time this month with Heather as his chief support. Heather has some “how to” tips for women in a relationship with a “crazy” man who, like her husband, has an extreme life purpose: Let men be men. All of us need to express ourselves in unique ways, and for one man, it may be running across the U.S., while for another, it may be watching a show about Bigfoot. Respect that thing you think is silly or risky or even dangerous, as it can bring out the best in both of you. It isn’t anti-feminist to embrace the

dreams and aspirations of men who want to test their mettle, whether that’s in sport, business, ﬁnance or another classically male area of contest. This also applies to men who want to explore the arts and other creative pursuits. Men like to succeed; support them in it. Marshall and Heather Ulrich

Agree that this is a reciprocal arrangement, where both partners are committed to seeing the other become the fullest versions of themselves. If you can ﬁnd it in your heart to encourage

him in something you’d otherwise ignore or even dismiss, he can do the same for you. Who knows what you might accomplish together? Copyrighted and One reason Heather Trademarked by DC Comics and Warner is such a supporter Brothers Pictures. of Marshall’s physical endeavors is that she joins him in his desire to raise funds for Religious Teachers Filippini, a group of sisters providing for children in Addis Abada, Ethiopia. The couple knows that the children provide perspective and give purpose to Marshall’s steps. Running On Empty: an Ultramarathoner’s Story of Love, Loss and a Record-Setting Run Across America, by Marshall Ulrich, is a love story and an inspirational look into the lives of a couple who have experienced more than most people can comprehend— and who insist that everyone is capable of much more than they may think. Superman is

...Or Retires and Drops the Extreme Lifestyle? BY GWEN ROLLINGS What happens when a Marine Infantry Officer with a black belt in karate, who completed 40,000 consecutive sit-ups to garner a world record for the U. S., who earned a Navy Cross, two Silver Stars, and Purple Hearts for his efforts in Viet Nam, who deployed from submarines in scuba operations, jumped HALO (High Altitude, Low Opening) from planes, competed in the JFK fifty-mile race and routinely commanded the most elite forces in the Marine Corps retires? It is hard to top a lifetime of extreme physical feats expected as part of your job description. For almost four decades, I lived with a man who went to work and jumped out of planes or rappelled from helicopters. When our children were small and heard their father talk about

what he had done that day, I think they thought he might change into a red suit with a cape and was faster than a speeding bullet and able to leap tall buildings at a single bound.

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on its end. Be careful not to cut too deep into the white part of the rind—this would allow liquid to leak from the bottom of the carving.

3. Stand the watermelon on the cut end. With your dry erase marker, draw a line about 1/3 of the way down from the top, around the whole watermelon.

4. Pick a point on the line and find the corresponding point on the exact opposite side of the watermelon. From those points measure 1 inch to the right and to the left. Connect those points Watermelon Beach Bucket (as pictured on the cover) by drawing two parallel Instructions: lines across the top forming the shape of the handle. 1. Wash the watermelon under cool running water and pat dry. 5. Use the paring knife to cut along the lines, being careful to not break 2. Placing the watermelon on or crack the handle. For best results, its side, cut off the bottom end hold the paring knife like a pen, but ¼” – ½” so that it can stand flat

only cut half way into the rind. Once you complete that first cut all the way around, then go back and cut the rest of the way through the rind. Doing the cut in two steps will ensure a cleaner line and smoother cuts. 6. Carefully remove the trimmed rind and flesh. Try to remove as much flesh as possible in large portions that can later be sliced and used with the cookie cutters.

cut shapes from the watermelon. To create light colored shapes, you can use slices of honeydew melons or cut decorative pieces from the white part of the watermelon rind. Set aside and drain on paper towel. 10. With the remaining fruit, make either cubes or balls and drain. Toss with other cut fruit and berries and fill the bucket.

7. Scoop out all of the remaining flesh from the base, trying to leave as much flesh intact. Remove it in larger pieces that can be used for making watermelon balls or bite-sized chunks.

11. Decorate top of bucket with cut watermelon shapes and new, clean toys and shovels. Use light colored cake mix to resemble sand.

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Armistice The Korean War was fought from June 25, 1950, to July 27, 1953. It was a war between the Republic of Korea (supported primarily by the U.S., with contributions from allied nations under the aegis of the United Nations) and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (supported by the People’s Republic of China, with material and aid from Russia).

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The on again, off again armistice negotiations continued from July 1953 to November 1954, first at Kaesong (southern North Korea), then relocated at Panmunjom. A major, problematic negotiation point was prisoner of war repatriation. In the final armistice agreement, signed on July 27, 1953, a Neutral Nations Repatriation Commission was set up to handle the matter. The armistice resulted in the establishment of Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), which has been patrolled ever since. The war is considered to have ended at this point, even though there was no peace treaty, After the war, Operation Glory (July–November 1954) was conducted to allow combatant countries to exchange their dead. Thanks to those who served during the Korean War, the Republic of Korea stands today as a powerful example of democracy and freedom and a beacon for other emerging nations around the globe. The world and this nation owe Korean War Veterans an unrepayable debt for their service. To RSVP for the Arlington event, please visit koreanwar.defense.gov or contact koreanwar@conus.army.mil.

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ears of shopping in cities big and small had convinced Judith Williams of two things: She wanted to have the best consignment shop imaginable and she wanted to have it in her own community of Lakewood Ranch. Her dream was realized in 2011 when she opened FIFI’S of Lakewood Ranch, Fine Resale Apparel and Home Interiors, located at 8322 Market Street, Lakewood Ranch. FIFI’S of Lakewood Ranch is a franchise, part of the FIFI’S experience, that prides itself on providing exceptional service to each local community for over 20 years with support to local charities. FIFI’S of Lakewood Ranch carries a selection of high end women’s apparel, couture labels, active wear and evening attire along with men’s everyday and active wear. Offerings range from petite to plus sizes with a wide variety of

accessories such as shoes, jewelry, handbags, belts and hats. Now they are proud to announce the opening of a second store on State Road 70 and I-75, at 7343 52nd Place East, Bradenton, with an emphasis on furniture and home décor. Consignments are accepted every day, so each area is constantly updated with new merchandise. Once a piece remains in the store over 30 days, it is automatically discounted. That means there is always something on sale! FIFI’s offers pickup and delivery of furniture and home décor items. Customer Appreciation Day is the second Weds. of each month, with one-day specials that are worth the visit. Visa, Master Card and Discover are accepted. Both locations are open Mon. – Sat., 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sun., 10 a.m to 3 p.m. Info: fifislakewoodranch.com or (941) 907-8900.

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ften times I am inspired by past clients with stories and comments. I received a phone call from Dr. N. I wrote a policy for him and his wife almost 10 years ago. Dr. N. was 74 and his wife was 70 when they completed the paperwork. He thought I would not remember them after “all these years,” but I did right away. He reminded me that he was not really convinced about buying Long-Term Care Insurance, but his wife really thought it was a good idea. Very reluctantly he wrote the deposit check. He said “I remember, I thought it was a total waste of my money.” Two years after he accepted the policies, he talked with a ﬁnancial advisor about the validity of the purchase. The advisor said it was a good plan, but Dr. N called me to tell me he was dropping both policies anyway. We had a long chat. I reviewed the beneﬁts, the pricing and what the policy would be worth if either or both of them went on claim. After talking with me again, they decided to keep the policies. Once again, reluctantly. This afternoon, Dr. N. went on to explain how grateful he was that he had reversed his original decision to cancel the plans. He explained that Mrs. N was diagnosed several years ago with Alzheimer’s disease. He explained that she had progressed, and that now the disease was quite advanced. Dr. N. went on to say that he had collected thousands of dollars from the policies so far, and he was so happy he stayed with it. He has received so MUCH MORE in this claim than he had paid in premiums and the policy continues to pay.

He called me just to thank me for helping them and for putting together the right policy for them so many years ago. He said that working with the company we chose, in this case, Genworth, had been an absolute pleasure. He said he was so surprised at how easy they were to work with and how seamless the payment stream was. The seriousness of Mrs. N.’s condition is not lessened by having the policy, but the ﬁnancial burden was so much easier on them and the family because of the plans. He wanted to talk with me directly to thank me. He explained that he would be so eager to encourage skeptics about how beneﬁcial this was. I thanked him for his offer and told him I would do that since I had his permission. After 18 years of working with people to put policies in place to protect the future, calls like these make my heart glad and reinforce my purpose. If you have been “on the fence,” he would like to tell you his story. Call me and I will give you his Dr. N’s name and number.

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Ask the Expert: Are There New Treatments for Depression? BY SARAH HOLLINGSWORTH LISANBY, M.D.

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and rapidly acting treatment we have today for severe depression and other conditions. ECT is an approved medical treatment that involves using electricity to produce a brief seizure in a person under general anesthesia. The seizure usually lasts about a minute or less and body movement is very little because of a strong muscle relaxant medication which is given following the anesthetic drug. ECT is given two to three times per week, usually for 6 to 12 treatments. ECT is performed by medical physicians (a psychiatrist and an anesthesiologist), assisted by nurses and other medical staff. ECT is recommended when a severe clinical depression is not responding to other treatments (such as psychotherapy and medications), or when there is a need for a rapid response (such as when there is a high risk of suicide, or when the depression itself is threatening the health of the person). As such, ECT can be a life saving treatment.

Q: What are the benefits of ECT? A: ECT often quickly resolves the

symptoms of major depression, including depressed mood, lack of interest, appetite and weight distur-

bance, sleep disturbance, feelings of hopelessness and helplessness, loss of self esteem and thoughts of suicide. Remission (the likelihood of having complete resolution of symptoms), is reported to range from 70 to 90% with ECT. This is much more effective than any medication at present. ECT can also be used with conditions such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and Parkinson’s disease.

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anesthesia and to the seizure. Seizures can include difficulty with memory as well as temporary headache or muscle aching.

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clinical depression or bipolar disorder and other conditions. ECT is typically used when depression is very severe or has lasted a long time without improvement with psychotherapy and medications. Sometimes a change in medication dosage or in the medication itself will be effective, but when it is not, there may be a role for ECT. Older age also predicts better response to ECT.

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n the 1960’s, on cross country road trips kids bounced unrestrained in the backseat; Coca-Cola and fries were consumed without fear of caffeine and cholesterol. With no air conditioning, hot wind blasted through the car, bringing with it the smell of backyard barbecues and pig farms. Compared to today’s sanitary road trip, it’s the difference between the Flintstones and Jetsons. In the drama of long family car trips, the scenery changes generation to generation but the characters are the same. Here’s what I mean: My parents pushed lessons of geography and geology on me and my two older sisters. Relentlessly clever, Dad subtly engaged me in learning. The kid . . . As we drove through a cut in the road, I’d hear him say, “Look how there are lines in the rocks. It’s called strata and that was layers of sand

or mud millions of years ago.” It didn’t mean a thing to me. But when we stopped for a picnic lunch at a state park, there was (miraculously) a wall of strata. I remember digging at the layers of rock and discovering a fossil. Whether it really was one or not didn’t matter. Back at school, I told the class about the strata and how fossils are formed. Even tourist traps became learning opportunities. Each item became a lesson, a subtle education in geology, history or physics. The parent . . . Years later, I was the parent trying to instill knowledge in my children during endless road trips. The constant barrage of “Are we there yet?” and “Can we watch another video?” convinced me that I didn’t have that same magic possessed by my dad. I just didn’t know how to engage my kids in the finer points of rock formation. Or the Civil War. Responses to my words of wisdom were blank stares from the back seat.

I’d try to make it fun: “Hey, did you know that Stonewall Jackson is buried over there, but his arm is buried miles away? And it has its own headstone!” No dialogue; just that stare. Then my kids grew up. As adults, they finally gave me the reward that I’d always sought. “Remember when we were on that trip to Disney and you told us about the salt marshes in Georgia? You told us that slaves worked in the rice fields there. After that, I was really interested in the Civil War. In fact, I always loved going to all those historical places.” I never knew. They never let on. So I’m the one who learned a lesson: Kids are good at hiding enthusiasm about learning. But even as they rolled their eyes and objected, something was sinking in.

A clever parent can apply the same principles along any route. It takes some research and planning but the deposits in your child’s memory bank are priceless.

The rest of the story . . . My story doesn’t end there. Now there is a grandchild. At age six, she already has her nose in electronics, chats away on the cell phone and feigns disdain for anything other than princesses, fairies and unicorns. But now I know better. Barbara Barnes publishes What’s Great About I-95: Maine to Florida. For more information, please visit interestinginterstates.com.

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our favorite pizza joint. Everybody’s got one— it’s the place you and your friends meet after a game or a hard day’s work; or a place you take the grandkids after a fun day’s outing. The pies are bubbly, crusty, smothered in zesty sauce and piled with your favorite ingredients, whether you’re a pepperoni purist, a Hawaiian fan or even a broccoli-bacon-feta pioneer. For locals by Palmer Blvd. near the interstate, PizzaSRQ is their go-to pizza place, and if you stop in and try them you’ll find out why. Appetizers run the gamut from calamari or black bean hummus to zingy Asian chili boneless chicken bites, and next to pizza, pitas and “sammys” are their specialities. Greek chicken, barbecue, tuna and traditional gyros ($4.95) are their pita offerings, and for a dynamite hot sub,

check out the the SRQ Traditional: a stack of thick-sliced Italian meats with fresh lettuce and tomatoes, all stuffed in a warm Italian loaf for only $6.50. Vegetarian options are available as well as traditional dishes like chicken parmesan. The pizzas start at $5.95 for an 8-inch cheese and go up in price to $16.95 for a four-plus topping 16-inch pie, made just how you like them. Customer Ashton Coggans remarks, “There’s nothing delicate or elegant about the pies; they’re just ‘good’— the type of pie made better by a few cold beers, a ball game and some good friends. PizzaSRQ is a great family spot, a nice place to gather a group and share a cheap, good dinner.” PizzaSRQ invites you to see what everyone is talking about—visit them at 5675 Palmer Blvd., Sarasota; (941) 377-5791, pizzasrq.com.

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body’s to deliver If youability are traveling farnutrients from to the discs the lowertoback. home, and of especially another Mechanical cantake cause state, Canadaproblems or Mexico, along back pain. the most common health andPerhaps rabies certificates from mechanical cause of back is disc a veterinarian. Have somepain photos, degeneration. The cushioning discs preferably not just pictures on between vertebrae of the spine your cellthe phone, you can show break there is stress peopledown if thewith dogage. getsIfloose. onMany these dogs compromised discs, press suffer from car they sickness. against nerves you may Expertsspinal say that it isand more likely experience like a toothache from stresswhat thanfeels motion—stress, in a buttock. At almost any age, because riding in a vehicle is an injury can force discs bulge associated with these trips to thetovet or or rupture thedog same kind of pain. kennel.causing Get your to associate a Spine such as experiences. sprains and car rideinjuries with pleasant fractures can cause short-lived For example, driveeither to a park a few or chronic pain. Fractured vertebrae are times where he or she can run freely often the result a conand fetch a balloforosteoporosis, frisbee. When you dition that causes weak, porous bones. get home, provide a meal or treat. Many and medical problems can cause Praise pet the dog frequently. back pain. They include scoliosis, Some pets need to travel on an empwhich causestocurvature of the spine; ty stomach prevent motion sickvarious of arthritis, ness, soforms feed six to eight and hours before spinal stenosis, a narrowing of the starting out. Others need a small spinal column that amount of food inputs theirpressure stomachs to on thethem spinalfrom cordgetting and nerves. keep sick. You’ll Yourto emotions haveisabest major have learn what forimpact your upon back paincase, Never underestimate pet. In either make sure he or how theysufficient can tighten muscles and she has fresh air and water. elevate your awareness of pain. Stop every couple of hours forI recall being free ofofsciatica a briefvividly walk and a drink water. when I received some troubling news. If these fail, give the proper dose Within minutes,at I couldn’t of Dramamine least an put hour my left foot down because WIRE) the before the trip. (SENIOR pain in my leg was so intense. 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 © 2012 by Fred Cicetti.

Sarasota Jungle Gardens Awarded for Visitor Raves

elebrating more than 70 years, Sarasota Jungle Gardens is one of the oldest continuously operating attractions in Florida and is home to hundreds of animals given by rescue organizations and individuals nationwide. This favorite local attraction has recently received a Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor, the world’s largest online travel community (TripAdvisor. com). The award honors Sarasota Jungle Gardens for consistently achieving outstanding traveler reviews by maintaining a rating of four or higher. The prestigious award is given to only 10 percent of businesses worldwide. TripAdvisor creates their rating scale by measuring how well travelers enjoyed each destination. The overall traveler rating is a summary score

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Happy 82nd Birthday to The Players Theatre BY MICHELLE RINACA

arasota’s love affair with the performing arts began at The Players Theatre over 80 years ago. Today, while there are many theatres in our community, there is only one that is the artistic home for local theatre artists. Local performers, directors and crew members come together and, in a brief period of time, work collectively and collaboratively to create a piece of art that their neighbors, near and far, will enjoy. With its 82nd birthday quickly approaching, we invite you to stop

by the theatre and fill out a birthday card. Share with others your favorite memories that you have experienced at The Players. Perhaps you have even been in a show! If by chance you have never been to the theatre before, come see a show! You will quickly see why The Players is a cultural icon in our community. With year-round, award winning programming, there is something for everyone. Remember, The Players is YOUR community theatre.

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Assisted Living: The Musical A Vaudeville…in the Varicose Vein

cCurdy’s Comedy Theatre is now the Sarasota home for Assisted Living: The Musical®, the show that will have you asking… have you asking…uh, I’m sorry… what were we talking about? Beginning Tuesday, July 10 and every Tuesday thereafter, Sarasota audiences will look into their collective futures. For everyone who may ever consider cosmetic surgery, the battery life of a HoveRound or the joys of medical stimulation, Assisted Living: The Musical® is like a hip replacement for the non-hip, like Lawrence Welk on nitrous oxide. The two-person, eighteen-character show is a 75-minute romp through the halls of Pelican Roost, a fictional retirement community. “It’s like a cruise,” quips resident Naomi Lipschitz-Yamamoto-Murphy, “except the final destination is not The Bahamas.” McCurdy’s is Florida’s West Coast stop for America’s finest comedy

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Adventure and Affordable Travel Can Go Hand in Hand BY JANICE DOYLE

eady for adventure? Love to save money? Instead of adding big hotel bills to the cost of your future trips, there are ways to make both where and how you stay overnight a part of the adventure—and save money on lodging.

Friendship Force visitors from Indonesia meet their hosts in Hartwell, Georgia, USA.

Try a hospitality club Single or married, hospitality clubs offer bed and breakfast for under $25 per night to members who love meeting new people. Evergreen Hospitality Club is open to individuals over 50 who pool their guest rooms with over 2,500 other members in the U.S. and Canada to make traveling as simple as staying with friends you haven’t yet met.

Travel Here’s how it works. I have one or two guest rooms which I offer to other club members who may be planning to be in the area. Or, when I travel to New York or Missouri, I ﬁnd a club member with lodging available in their home for a night or two when I need it. Contacts are found on an internet site or print directory followed by email and phone conversations between guests and hosts. This is no drop-in unannounced arrangement. Guests make contact and arrange accommodations ahead

of time directly with their hosts. Some hosts and guests are busy retirees; others are still working. Members might be marathoners, quilters, volunteers, photographers, bird watchers, teachers, accountants, etc.—active people! Guests are expected to be selfsufﬁcient, reasonable and considerate by planning outside activity during the day so hosts can carry on with their normal routines. However, guests and hosts often enjoy day-trip outings or dinner out together. I’ve had a number of Evergreen members in my home, strangers who became friends. I once told a couple that I knew I’d be home from work late the day they would arrive. I also told them where they would ﬁnd the key to let themselves in. They did and were napping when I arrived. We had a delightful dinner together and the next day they attended a grandson’s college graduation. For the solo traveler, hospitality clubs are a joy because someone is anticipating their arrival at the end of a day of travel. Evenings are spent in safe and companionable ways, rather than in the isolation of a hotel room. Home-stay advantages: extremely low costs, insider’s view of the area, new friendships; breakfast included. Hosts and amenities are screened. Disadvantages: Additional planning and sticking at least reasonably close to your schedule; two-night limit for stay. There is always possible awkwardness between host and guest, night owl vs. early riser issues, etc.

Evergreen Club Membership is $75/ year. Gratuity paid to host: $10/single (one person/ 1 room). $15/double (2 people/ 1 room). Evergreenclub.com. Other hospitality clubs: Wayside Hospitality Club: Christian club for age 50 and older (statement of faith required) at gowayside.com. The Friendship Force: Formed by President Carter in 1977; organizes one-week stays in over 40 countries for cultural exchange. thefriendshipforce.org.

Monastery in the village of St. Lambrecht, Styria, Austria.

. . . Or maybe a monastery For a quiet adventure, consider staying at a monastery or convent. They are cheaper than hotels and very peaceful and clean. Monasteries that offer lodging are active religious communities, often in historical buildings. Some require attendance at religious services but many do not. Of course they expect guests to respect the faith of the monastery residents. Two books, Good Night and God Bless, Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 by Trish Clark, provide details of guest rooms and amenities in hundreds of religious establishments in France, Italy, Austria, the United Kingdom,

Ireland and the Czech Republic. She says, “The sheer variety of facilities available makes staying in these welcoming guesthouses an attractive alternative. They provide cheap, safe and clean accommodation, and many are in stunning locations.” See her website at goodnightandgodbless.com. Italy alone is dotted with monasteries and convents and they are an excellent option for good-value accommodation, particularly in Rome where some of the buildings are located in central positions. For more information, see monasterystays. com, which is a well-organized online booking center for 320 Italian monastery and convent stays.

. . . Or a home exchange Maybe you dream of spending a month in Ireland or South Africa. Home exchangers trade their homes, conominiums or apartments at a time that is convenient to both parties. There are many options and locations available, including a luxury yacht in the Caribbean, a villa in Italy or maybe an RV in Oregon. Try homeexchange.com which deals in over 50,000 home swaps a year. A reminder Keep in good communication with hosts (or guests) before your trip as the best precaution against unfortunate experiences, cancellations, plan changes, etc. It really all depends on you and your personality. If you love having people in your home and can adapt to other people well, join a hospitality club. If old European lodging appeals to you, you’ll gain your blessing in a monastery. And if privacy and anonymity are important, you’ll be happier in a hotel. Lifestyles After 50 • July 2012 • page 33

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estled in the mountains of New Hampshire and surrounded by pristine ponds and lakes, this region is truly a special place for all seasons. Whether you are fortunate enough to call the Lake Sunapee Region home or you’re just visiting, you will find breathtaking scenery, warm, friendly smiles and four-season recreational opportunities in our many quaint towns and villages. For more than two centuries, visitors have chosen New Hampshire’s Lake Sunapee Region as their ideal year-round vacation destination. Located in the western part of New Hampshire, this area offers a relaxed lifestyle and boasts a wide variety of activities for all ages. Stroll through the charming New England villages with their fine inns, tasty restaurants and unique shops. Take advantage of a full calendar of activities and cultural events. For the outdoor lover in all of us, this region offers a wide array of things to do out of doors including boating, kayaking, biking, hiking, swimming, fishing, hunting, alpine and cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and ice boating. In the warmer seasons, stroll through the historic Fells Estate. Named by its founder with the Scottish word for rocky upland pastures, The Fells is a fine example of an early 20th-century summer estate and one of the best preserved sites from the New Hampshire summer home movement. The estate features a 22-room Colonial Revival

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Or for those more daring, enjoy Mount Sunapee Resorts’ brand new outdoor adventure park and zip lines, which are sure to bring out the kid in anyone. In the cooler months, enjoy one of our many skiing opportunities. With Mount Sunapee Resort in the heart of our region with super downhill conditions, to one of the many cross country trails throughout our region, one is never found with “nothing to do”—unless that is what you seek! The Lake Sunapee Region Chamber of Commerce services towns in the Sullivan and Merrimack counties. Our towns and villages have evolved and grown, preserving their historic past while enhancing our way of life with new homes, modern schools, colleges and quality medical facilities. The entrepreneurial spirit thrives here with many small businesses and shops that cater to the needs of both residents and visitors. For more information on our region, contact us at chamberinfo@tds.net or see our website: lakesunapeenh.org. You may also call us with our toll free number 1-877-526-6575. We would love to tell you more!

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Line Dancing, 9 – 11 a.m. at Senior Friendship Centers, 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota. Details at (941) 955-2122.

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oving and shaking on the dance floor is not only good for you, it’s also a great way to meet new friends, have fun and even learn about other cultures. Bust a move at these classes near you:

Hula Dancing, Mon. and Thurs., 10:30 a.m to noon. Senior Friendship Centers, 1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota. (941) 955-2122

Learn Latin Dancing! Professional dancer Sergio Ruiz from Fred Astaire Dance Studio will teach basic Salsa dance steps. Meet at Maximo, 1296 First Street, Sarasota. Cost: $10 with a one drink minimum purchase. (941) 366-7744.

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Sarasota International Folk Dancers. Enjoy music and participatory dance from Greece, Macedonia, Israel, Turkey and more. Most dances are done in a circle or line. Think of it as ethnic aerobics! Cost: $5. Meets Wednesdays from 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. at the Bayfront Community Center, 750 Van Wezel Way, Sarasota. Contact Judy Merkt at (941) 379-6302.

Sarasota Scottish Country Dancers. Learn traditional social dances of Scotland every Thursday evening from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Bayfront Community Center, 750 Van Wezel Way, Sarasota. Wear soft soled, flexible shoes. Beginners are welcome. Cost: $5. Call Delores Lustig at (941) 923-2431.

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BY BRIAN GUNNELL

orgive the grandiloquent title; we are not talking here about Lewis and Clark, nor the HMS Beagle, nor even Christopher Columbus. We merely refer to Declarer’s intelligent (but hardly epic) play of the ♣K in the following deal:

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Just in case it happens to be a really useful clue, we should point out that East’s 1NT showed 15-17 HCP. The defense cashes three Hearts, then East shifts to the ♦A followed by a low Diamond. How do you play the trump suit? All things being equal, you would play a Spade over to the King, and

Voyage Of Discovery then finesse the Jack on the way back. This might seem even more appealing when you remember that East opened 1NT and therefore has most of the missing HCP. But remember also that East has already shown up with ♥AKQ and ♦A. That’s 13 HCP. So you can see that if East has the ♣A that gives him 17 HCP and no room for the ♠Q … and if East does not have the ♣A then he must have the ♠Q for his 1NT opening. What’s needed here is a socalled “discovery play” before tackling trumps. After winning the Diamond return, you play the ♣K in order to smoke out the Ace. When East shows up with that card, he’s up to his maximum quota of 17 HCP, and now it’s a certainty that West has the ♠Q. That being the case, you ruff East’s Club return and take an immediate finesse of the ♠9! The ♠K is now cashed, then back to hand with a Club ruff (fortunately there is no overruff from West). The remaining trump is extracted and it’s 8 tricks for those who did some counting and discovering! Visit acbl.org for more about the fascinating game of bridge or email marketing@acbl.org. To find a bridge club in Florida, go to district9acbl.org/D9Clubsmap.htm. Bridge article provided courtesy of St. Petersburg Bridge Club: www.stpetebridge.org.

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outh Sarasota County area families are invited to attend free Alzheimer’s Care training workshops that will be offered on the third Saturday of each month. The next session is July 21. The two-hour

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sessions will begin at 10 a.m. at the Home Instead Senior Care Office located at 206 S. Harbor Drive, Suite A in Venice. Those interested should call the office at (941) 375-8400 for more information.

earn about computers, digital cameras, smart phones, iPads, and more in classes taught by the pros, with one-on-one mentoring by tech savvy students in the fifth annual Tech Boot Camp for Beginners July 9 – 20.

Classes will be offered at Senior Friendship Centers campuses in Sarasota (1888 Brother Geenen Way) and Venice (2350 Scenic Drive). For details, call Sarasota: (941) 556-3273, or Venice: 584-0052, or check for class schedules at friendshipcenters.org.

Gardening Lunch and Learns 16 25 Small Space Florida Gardening. Limited space doesn’t have to limit your creativity! Learn how you can get the most out of your garden with vertical and raised bed gardening, containers, rain barrels and easy irrigation techniques. Learn what to grow, how and when in our area, and much more. Includes fresh produce lunch. 11:45 – 1 p.m. at Venice Holistic Center, 251 S. Tamiami Trail,

Venice. Free, but donations appreciated. Info and RSVP: (941) 323-8033.

Brown Bag Garden Series: Healthy Gardening. Bring a bag lunch and learn from the green thumb experts at Sarasota County Extension. 12 – 1 p.m. at Garden of Five Senses, 4299 Pan American Blvd., North Port. Contact Jodi Williams at (941) 861-9900 to learn more.

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June Sudoku

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July Sudoku

Sudoku requires no arithmetic skills.The object of the game is to fill all the blank squares with the correct numbers. Each row and each column of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order. Each 3 by 3 subsection of the 9 by 9 square must include all digits 1 through 9 as well. Good luck! The first correct answers selected from the drawing on July 21 will win. Send your answers along with your name, address and telephone number to: NEWS CONNECTION USA, INC. P.O. BOX 638, SEFFNER, FL 33583

Writing and Poetry Circles W T A J riters and poets, hone your craft or share your work with others at these local venues:

hursdays Open Mic Poetry. 6 – 7:30 p.m., Jacaranda Library, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd. Read or listen to original poetry. Call Tamar Wolfe: (941) 861-5000.

uly 17 Selby Poets. Gather to encourage and gently critique each

other’s work. Bring 10 copies of one or two original poems to read aloud. 12 p.m., third Thurs. of every month, Selby Public Library, 1st St., Sarasota. Free. Jack Colpas: (941) 955-3958.

ug. 1 Creative Writing Class. Every first and third Weds. of the month from 1 – 3 p.m. at Senior Friendship Centers,1888 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota. (941) 955-2122.

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In the grid below, twenty answers can be found that fit the category for today. Circle each answer that you find and list it in the space provided at the right of the grid. Answers can be found in all directions – forwards, backwards, horizontally, vertically and diagonally. An example is given to get you started. Can you find the twenty answers in this puzzle?

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June 2012

Angela McElroy is last month’s winner! Congratulations!

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Cancel Your Credit Card Before You Die

ustomer service is one of today’s facts of life. After you read this, just be sure and cancel your credit cards before you die! A lady died this past January, and Citibank billed her for February and March for their annual service charges on her credit card. They added late fees and interest on the monthly charge. The balance had been $0 when she died, but by April it was somewhere around $60. A family member placed a call to Citibank. Here is the exchange:

Humor Family Member: I am calling to tell you she died back in January. Citibank: The account was never closed and the late fees and charges still apply.

Family Member: Maybe you should turn it over to collections. Citibank: Since it is two months past due, it already has been.

Family Member: So, what will they do when they find out she is dead? Citibank: Either report her account to frauds division or report her to the credit bureau, maybe both! Family Member: Do you think God will be mad at her? Citibank: Excuse me? Family Member: Did you just get what I was telling you—the part about her being dead? Citibank: Sir, you’ll have to speak to my supervisor.

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Supervisor gets on the phone. Family Member: I’m calling to tell you, she died back in January with a $0 balance. Citibank: The account was never closed and late fees and charges still apply. Family Member: You mean you want to collect from her estate? Citibank: (Stammer) Are you her lawyer? Family Member: No, I’m her great nephew. Here’s her lawyer’s name. Citibank: Could you fax us a certificate of death? Family Member: Sure. Give me the fax number. After they get the fax: Citibank: Our system just isn’t set up for death. I don’t know what more I can do to help. Family Member: Well, if you figure it out, great! If not, you could just keep billing her. She won’t care. Citibank: Well, the late fees and charges will still apply. Family Member: Would you like her new billing address? Citibank: That might help... Family Member: Odessa Memorial Cemetery, Highway 129, Plot Number 69. Citibank: Sir, that’s a cemetery! Family Member: And what do you do with dead people on your planet? And you wondered why Citibank needed help from the Feds?

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