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Grandparents Day
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Priceless Memories It seems that for most people, memories of their grandparents are some of the dearest that they keep. From the nostalgia of Grandma’s cooking to the stories Grandpa recites from his wild youth, it’s no wonder that grandparents have a day devoted to their appreciation. My most comforting memories involve family, specifically time spent with my grandparents. When I was younger, I would spend a weekend here and there at their house. My grandma would pick me up on a Friday from my parents’ house and we would go to our local Meijer. I would “help” her do the grocery shopping for the week. Most notably, the trip consisted of the ingredients for our family’s big Sunday dinner and Fudgsicles for my grandpa. I would then get to help make dinner for the next two nights alongside Grandma by assuming the role of prep chef and Salad Maker. The next day, both grandparents and I would go “fun shopping”, usually a trip to the local shopping mall for clothes and the obligatory stop in Yankee Candle for Grandma, much to Grandpa’s disapproval: “Do you really need more candles?” Afterwards, we would return home, make dinner and settle in for a movie or two. One weekend, we watched a horror movie much to my grandma’s, well, horror. She and I both watched the entirety of the film through the slits between our fingers, leaned on each other for support and swore, “Never again!” as the credits rolled and Grandpa chuckled. Sunday was a much more relaxing day. My grandma
was preoccupied with slaving over dinner for the whole that night, so my grandpa would take me for a ride in his truck. He would pick a CD from his extensive music collection and we would listen, sing and laugh as we drove the back-country roads. He would explain why he loved the certain song, album or artist and proceed to play his picks in descending order of favoritism. Back then, what he played for me was Aerosmith, Annie Lenox or my personal favorite, Electric Light Orchestra, but within more recent years, he’s shown me his psychedelic rock favorites on vinyl. It’s probably better he kept me away from Iron Butterfly, Fever Tree or The Electric Prunes until I could fully appreciate them as an adult. I wouldn’t trade these memories for the world. They come back to me in bursts when I hear an ELO song or when I visit their house as an adult and smell Grandma’s homemade spaghetti and meatballs; her kitchen triumph that anointed her as an “honorary member of the Italian community”, according to my grandpa. This September, Grandparents Day falls on Sunday, September 13. No matter your title, whether Grandma and Grandpa, Nana and Papa, Mimi and Pops, this day is for you. On behalf of grandkids everywhere, thank you for the time and precious memories over the years. Irreplaceable and wonderful, we hold you close.
Rebecca
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At least two weeks supply of medication, medical supplies used regularly and a list of allergies List of the style, serial number, and manufacturer information of required medical devices
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Cash
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Pet Care Items
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Moistened towellettes Antiseptic Thermometer
Tube of petroleum jelly
Safety pins Soap
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Laxative Cotton balls Q-tips
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Grandparents Eating Smart BY: JAN LARRAINE COX
We all have our favorite foods and would like to concentrate more on eating them. But as we age, it is even more important to save room for a variety of foods from all food groups to deliver the nutrients we need to stay healthy and energetic.
Beans are a high nutrient, high fiber, low-calorie food and are effective in the diet as a weight loss tool. They offer plenty of protein, fiber, folate, iron, potassium and magnesium: the ideal starch for people who are diabetic or pre-diabetic.
Animal products should compose 10 percent of the plate at most, and avoid the “deadly white” foods such as white bread and white rice because these cause a spike in insulin, which is very detrimental to your system and makes you tired.
Onions are beneficial to the cardiovascular and immune systems and have been linked to slowing tumor growth. When preparing, chop finely before heating, which releases more of the disease fighting organosulfur compounds.
The more balance and variety the better in an older diet: a cornucopia of color from a myriad of fruits and vegetables will supply what the aging body needs to thrive. Focus on “GBOMBS”: greens, beans, onions, mushrooms, berries and seeds/nuts.
Mushrooms are a superfood: they have immune boosting properties and are believed to protect against infections and cancers. Their fiber and potassium levels contribute to healthy blood pressure levels and good cardiovascular health. Notably, just one mushroom per day is thought to be linked to a 64 percent decrease in breast cancer risk.
As a bonus, the low-calorie micronutrients in such a diet not only keep you from gaining weight, but also can prevent diseases like cardiovascular, diabetes and cancer because they help repair cell walls. Greens are the most micronutrient dense. Concentrate on kale, romaine, collards and have a large salad each day. Easily blend your own dressing from a nut butter or tofu base, balsamic vinegar and a spritz of lemon juice with ginger or any herbs you enjoy. Then top your salad creation with a beautiful mixture of other vegetables, either cooked or raw. Collard greens are the most concentrated in calcium of all greens: good for bones! They are a dark green leafy cruciferous vegetable that provides special protection against all common types of cancer. They have also been called our real-life fountain of youth as they slow aging. Lifestyles After 50 • September 2020 • page 6
Berries look pretty and have high health benefits. Buying them frozen saves money and means they are not sprayed with fungicide before going to market. Berry flavonoids have anti-cancer properties, preventing DNA damage and promoting DNA repair; they are also thought to improve the ability of the arteries to dilate, helping to lower blood pressure. The final category of GBOMBS concludes with seeds and nuts. Ground flax seeds for example are valuable for lowering blood pressure and reducing cancer cells in tumors. Nuts are strongly connected with living longer, preventing heart disease, and helping with weight loss and maintenance. For any questions directly for the author, you may contact Jan at jlarraine@ gmail.com
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Grandma Remembers BY VIKKI IOVINO, ENGLEWOOD
“Supergram”, that’s what my grandkids used to call me. I’m not sure why. Maybe it’s because I was the first one down the slide at the water park. Or maybe it’s because I went on that ball ride that shoots you straight up in the air with my six-year-old grandson. Of course, the attendant on the ride asked the usually questions: “How old are you?” he asked my grandson and, “Hey Herb, should I let this kid on the ride, he’s yelling and screaming and this lady is dragging him on the ground.” I used to say when my children were little that there were two times of the day I enjoyed most. The first was when they got up in the morning, running and jumping and full of life, and the second was when they went to bed at night, then it was my time to run and jump. Still works for my grandkids. My grandkids are grown now, but I remember when they were little. They would spend one night every weekend ever since my granddaughter was 18 months old. In those days, she was an only child and I could devote all my time (and energy) to her. She never wanted to get dressed so we made a game (I use the word loosely) of it. I would chase her and when I caught her I would (try to) put a piece of clothing on her. Then she would escape, it would come off and we would start all over again. When she was about four years old, she played this game where she would go into one of my kitchen cabinets and close the door and stay for a while. I eventually gave her a flashlight, some snacks and a toy. I really liked that game. My grandson is two years younger than my granddaughter. We would play house games when they came over. By that I mean my bed, which Lifestyles After 50 • September 2020 • page 8
is king-size, became a floating spaceship. Or it was a safe place when monsters surrounded us in my bedroom. That used to work so well until they realized that they can also spot monsters. I did get a lot of exercise though since they always spotted more monsters then I did. When they were younger, we all slept in the bed. Each of them fighting for who was going to sleep next to Gram. I used to pray my granddaughter would win but she never did. My grandson would end up with his legs across my face. I had to learn to sleep defensively. When we went to bed, I had to have the room completely dark or I could not sleep. My grandson was not very fond of this. But since we were all together, he adjusted. However, one morning he woke up about 3 am, sat straight up in bed and yelled “I can’t thee, I can’t thee”. He had a lisp when he was little. The drama one week was Shark Boy (my grandson) had to get two of his baby teeth pulled. We call him that because his new teeth grow in while his baby teeth refuse to come out. He is the only kid that has been given rock candy for his health. He thinks some kids in a third world county are waiting for his teeth so they can eat their supper. You can’t believe how imaginative you can get when a kid refuses to close his mouth and has drool dripping down his chin. I spoke with my daughter who said he had to speak with me to let me know how everything went. I get on the phone: “Hey you poor thing, you had to have your teeth pulled?” “Yep.” “Are you doing OK?” “Yep.” I’m glad he had to tell me how everything went. You have to remember not to ask open ended questions when you speak to a six-year-old.
A Reading Rainbow For quite some time, I have had this theory that if you could list all of the magazines that a person has read regularly from childhood and on, you could see how that person developed into the kind of person they have ultimately become. As an example, here is a sample, based upon my own reading lineage, with a few extras thrown in here and there: My Weekly Reader, Jr. Scholastic, Boy’s Life, Batman comic books, Blackhawk comic books, Mad Magazine, Playboy, Penthouse, The Navy Times, Stars and Stripes, The LA Free Press, The Realist, The Watchtower, Awake! and AARP Magazine. I would have to add two more to my own listing. Just like the young Steven King, I could hardly wait for each month’s issue of “Famous Monsters of Filmland” (1958-1983) to hit the newsstands. In addition to that, I would add “Hit Parader”, which contained all of the lyrics to the top songs of the day, as well as short bios or news tidbits about the popular performers at that time. Until “Hit Parader” came along, one had to scramble with paper and pencil whenever a favorite song came on the radio, and write as many of the lyrics as you could until the next time you heard it played (unless, of course, you actually owned the record.) One time, The Joy of My life was in the car with her dad. Her song came on and she began writing frantically, after which she shoved her materials into the glove compartment and explained to her dad what she had been doing. Several weeks later, she and both parents were traveling somewhere. Keep in mind, both of my in-laws had very volatile temperaments. As they rode along, my Mother-in-law began casually shuffling through the contents of the glove compartment and came across Joy’s paperwork. She read it to herself, and suddenly shoved it in her husband’s face. “What is THIS!” she bellowed angrily. “I don’t have the foggiest idea,” he fumbled. Fortunately, Joy jumped in “THERE it is! I’d forgotten where I left it!” Her timely explanation very may have well prevented World War III. The note said “Meet me at midnight Mary, same place we always go. Meet me at midnight Mary, but don’t let anyone know, don’t let anyone know. Mike Wright has always contended that the best/funniest stories are the true ones. If you have any you’d like to share, you can reach him at micwrighthamo@gmail.com.
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Thoroughly Modern Grandma Did you know that the Sunday after Labor Day is National Grandparents Day? That this was decreed by Congress in 1978 and then-president Jimmy Carter signed the proclamation? That was 39 years ago, but I lived in ignorance of this calendared event until just the other day. And I reluctantly admit to being a grandparent for 25 of those 39 years. Of course, I was quite young when it happened, when our oldest presented us with a baby girl. When said baby girl was three, I delighted in hearing her call me "Grandma." Now that she's 25, I sweetly request that, as honored as I am to be her nana, she refrain from addressing me as such in public places. It took another nine years, but we were eventually blessed with four more grandkids, now ages 10 through 16. I don't yet have a problem with any of them yelling "Grandma" in a crowded movie theater, but as soon as the 16-year-old grows one more inch and starts using eye liner, I shall look around quizzically and pretend not to notice that she's referring to me. Love them all as I do, I must admit that my grandparenting may fall a bit short. I don't bake cookies, or bake anything for that matter, I attend only one out of three Little League games, and have avoided extensive babysitting gigs by moving to Florida. Besides, I spend a considerable amount of time writing these essays instead of imparting wisdom to the next generation. But there is something that I have passed on to my young crew, at least to the four out of five who are female. They have inherited my shopping gene. Over the years, for birthdays and back-to-school, we've spent quality time browsing through racks. I have delighted in watching my young granddaughters defining their own sense of style and individuality. I was known as the "Shopping Grandma," the one who'd drive them to their favorite retail establishment and patiently look on as they assessed the inventory, tried on their selections, and ask me for an opinion. We'd return home and they'd proudly model for their parents, who occasionally frowned because a skirt was too short. But, hey, Grandma was entitled to be the spoiler. So, it's September again, and back-to-school time. But sadly, no more shopping sprees. They're older now and prefer shopping with their friends. So, it's cash or gift cards for their favorite stores, while Grandma stays homes and considers learning how to bake cookies. I must admit I miss our ritual. But now that I've discovered Grandparents Day, perhaps they'd like to take me shopping?
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The Summer of Love BY RANDAL C. HILL
In the now-fabled summer of 1967, San Francisco’s HaightAshbury neighborhood temporarily morphed into a community of societal dropouts, college students, teenage runaways, vagrants and hustlers. Often clad in Army surplus and thriftstore outfits, many had come to share a collective spirit of togetherness and love. Oh yes. And plenty of sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll, as well.
The Haight (as it was nicknamed) became a social Eden. The epicenter of “cool”. A cultural utopia. Those who took up residence there tended to be disillusioned teens and young adults who often railed against a corrupt government, rampant consumerism and an overseas war that was claiming 100 lives each week. Armed with compassion, idealism and lots of flowers, up to 100,000 folks staked a claim in the Bay Area that summer.
their beautiful coastal city. Irritated residents proclaimed that the area simply couldn’t adequately absorb such an influx of people, that the infrastructure and resources would become strained to the breaking point. Finally, much of the “coolness” factor evaporated when bus tours of the Haight brought gawking tourists, each of whom was handed a printout that explained such hippie slang words as teenybopper, weed and trip.
The original “peace and love” crowd eventually fled the Haight when the neighborhood began to show the effects of overcrowding, unsanitary conditions and crime. As much
For a while, money seemed to no longer be much of a relevant issue. An overall attitude of sharing and community had blossomed among many young San Franciscans by the mid-1960s. This led to, among other things, the establishment of a Free Store (nobody paid for donated food and clothing) and a Free Clinic (staffed by kindhearted volunteer doctors and nurses). In January 1967, the “Human Be-In” saw 30,000 people gather at Golden Gate Park to witness exHarvard professor Timothy Leary first offer his his now-legendary command of “Turn on, tune in, drop out” amid Hindu chants and throbbing rock music.
June brought the Monterey Pop Festival (dubbed the Monterey Pot Festival by some drug-oriented wags). John Phillips of the Mamas and Papas had created pal Scott McKenzie’s millionselling hit “San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair).” This, of course, only added to the allure of a must-visit destination for those anxious to answer the Bay Area’s clarion call. But the days of this edenic world were numbered. The tsunami of young people heading for San Francisco alarmed the police force there, many of whom were upset and determined to keep the invading army of motley vagabonds from overwhelming
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as anything else, though, it was an influx of hard drugs that hastened the area’s fall.
But the primary elements of the Summer of Love have never died. James Rado and Gerome Ragni, two young men who had witnessed the Human Be-In, felt so inspired by what they experienced that they created the groundbreaking musical drama “Hair”. Its success guaranteed that at least the unique spirit of 1967 would endure far beyond that turbulent summer.
Recipe: One-Pan Chicken and Apples BY: REBECCA FENDING
Nothing says fall more than fresh, warm apples and apple cider. When combined with the moist meat of chicken thighs, it’s sure to please anyone at your dinner table. Not only is this recipe full of fresh yet warming flavors and only seven ingredients, but it only uses one pan, so there’s a minimal number of dishes to clean a�erwards. Kind of the best of both worlds, right? Ingredients: • Olive oil
• Salt and pepper
• 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• ½ cup apple cider
• 2-3 teaspoons dijon mustard
• 2-3 fresh apples, sliced
• Fresh rosemary
To Make: Heat oil in skillet on medium high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Cook meat thoroughly, then remove from pan and keep warm on a plate. Drain skillet of juices. Whisk together apple cider and Dijon in a separate bowl. Add a small amount of oil over medium high heat. Add apple slices and a pinch of salt and pepper, and a dash of fresh rosemary. Cook un�l apples are tender and golden. Place chicken thighs back to the skillet, pour cider-Dijon mixture over thighs and cook un�l liquid is reduced by half. Top with any addi�onal seasoning (salt, pepper, rosemary & etc.) and serve!
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Gardening—Adding Years to Your Life and Enhancing Your Days
BY KATHY A. MEGYERI
Dr. Dan Bue�ner, author and longevity expert, has spent years circling the globe studying similari�es among centenarians (people who live to be 100 and older) to determine the quali�es that led them to lead longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not surprising, most ate a plant-based diet, had strong social support networks, and exercised regularly, but unexpectedly, Bue�ner found that most gardened well into their old age which seemed to add years to their lives. Once you develop a green thumb, you’ll appreciate the efforts of others who take gardening to a whole new level and you’ll gain new-found apprecia�on for the people who cherish and showcase their gardens. For example, Jackie Kennedy’s Rose Garden on the White House grounds is currently undergoing a massive renova�on to make it handicapped accessible and be expanded with 200 rose bushes planted in pastel colors to make it feel more open and sunnier than before. Marjorie Merriweather Post, one of the world’s wealthiest women and the original owner of Mar-A-Lago and her Hillwood Estate in Washington, DC, where she’s buried in her own lush gardens, was so influenced by her own mother who gardened that now, visitors from around the world put Hillwood on their list of best
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Seniors getting Together WOMEN SEEKING MEN 4907 - SWF. 59 yo, 5’9”, 160 lbs, smoker, blonde hair, blue eyes. I like fishing, movies, traveling, dancing, good food. Seeks SWM who likes the same.
5419 - HAVE A NICE DAY. SWF, 75 yo, 5’5”, slender, brunette, green eyes, adventurous, love walks, parks, outdoors, healthy food. Am happy, loving, kind. LTR, intimacy? Have photo. Tampa.
5409 - WRETCHED old hagg seeking miserable old troll. If U respond U obviously have a sense of humor & R adventurous. I’m 76, blonde, petite, earthy, easy to B with. Love singing, dancing, biking, cooking, vintage cars & vintage men. Must have a little class & a lot of character.
4119 - Seeking Honest gentleman. Former airline stewardess and model, 5’4”, 104 lbs., slender, white with Ph.D. in healthcare. Fulbright scholar, eats healthy and exercises. Likes sports and animals. WW. Loves the Lord. Florida.
5422 - VERY PRETTY WWF ISO FF. Long blonde hair, youthful 60’s, 5’4”, slim, ND, NS. Fine dining, dancing, theatre, travel. Looking for retired W gentleman, 5’9”, 6575, HWP, SOH. Will speak soon. Send photo & phone. 5436 - TAMPA VETERAN NEEDS COMPANION QUICKLY. SW, 60, looking for healthy, W, 45-65 for LTR. Need compuer operations, applications expert and handy homemaker. Quiet music, parks, swimming, local touring. Veteran literary a plus. Tampa. 5427 - SEEKING SINCERE, HONEST GENTLEMAN. I’m 70s, HWP, NS, ND, like to meet SWM with same interest for LTR. Laid back, no drama. Like animals. Hillsborough & Pasco. 5425 - SINCERE CHRISTIAN WOMAN desires C-man who really loves God and is active, lives a healthy life, helps his neighbor, enjoys nature (including picnics), canoeing and a friend to all animals. I’m all of the above. I’m a W ,etite lady with long hair and chearful. Age 60’s, Age preferred: Mid 50’s and up. I live in Hillsborough County. Please write me, tell me about yourself. 5431 – LONELY WWF, looking for love & companion. Man should be 70 to 80 yrs old. I am financially secure, have a car & condo. I live in N. St. Pete. 5429 - HERE, DURING COVID-19 IN S. FT. MYERS. ISO friendship only with W, widower in early 80’s. SOH, honest, NS. I am W, WW, HWP, attractive & intellgent. Please respond with phone/email. Be safe & well. 5413 - WW ISO BUDDY, FRIEND to pal around with who’s about my age, 80’s, gal or guy with SOH. Good health, financially secure to have fun & enjoy life. No Trumpers or religious zealots please. Let the good times roll.
seeking fit, attractive, female. Very handsome, very fit senior. 5’11”, 175, blue eyes, silver hair. Let’s enjoy life’s pleasures. Dunedin. 5417 - PINELLAS PARK, FUN LOVING SWM, seeking SWW to enjoy sports activities, bridge, dominoes, pinochle and swimming at Mainlands. I’m 88 and very active. Looking for SWW over 70. I’m 6’3”, 235 lbs and a dancer. Pinellas Park.
MEN SEEKING WOMEN 5411 - BM seeks LTR with 50-65 yr old woman of character. I am 6’0”, 180 lbs, 60 year old. NS. Children are adults. Free to travel. I am a one woman man. Race is not an issue character is!
5415 - M, WW, NS, SD, HWP, P, FF, likes cards, walks, cooking, travel, fun.
5393 - SWM, 69, 5’11”, AVG. Hair black, thinning, DAV, honest, sincere, relocated Hudson. Retired Leo. ISO WHF, widow preferred, attractive, sm. butt, NS, ND, handy homemaker, intimacy yes, no baggage, drama. 5428 - M, WW, NS, SD, HWP, R, TLC, 70’s. Likes sharing many activities together, quiet evenings; be adventurous.
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5426 - EASY GOING MAN. I’m 69, 140 lbs, 5’7”, widower, lives alone. Seeking other gentlemen for friendship, to get together and enjoy each other’s company. Will answer alll. 5369 – Looking For Ms Right. Retired New York Attorney, former New York Police Officer, looking for loving relationship with kind and sincere, self-caring lady. 65 – 75. Widow preferred. Clearwater area. 5412 - LOOKING FOR ADVENTEROUS WOMAN. SWM, NS, healthy, retired, enjoys country music, home cooking, day trips to scenic attractions, sun rises, sunsets, movies, walks in the park. For more info, write me. Pinellas County. 5416 - LOOKING FOR COMPANION. SWM
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