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It’s No Fish Tale

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

Dear Readers,

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

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

The Magnolia Plantation Inn, Gainesville

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

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

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

uesdays “Upper Pinellas Singles Dinner (50+ non-denominational) 6 pm at Our Lady of Lourdes, DuBois Hall, 750 San Salvador Drive, Dunedin, $8 at the door. Info: 727-403-0129.

aturdays Summer Market at Williams Park, St. Petersburg. 9 am to 1 pm. Fresh produce, baked goods, plants, clothing, crafts, furniture and more. Saturdaymorningmarket.com.

“Native Plants for the Shade” gardening class. 2 pm and 6:15 pm at Palm Harbor Library, 2330 Nebraska Ave. Class is free; registration requested at 727-582-2603 by Aug. 7.

The Royal Inheritance. A rare look at 12 pieces by Dali on loan from the National Collection of Modern Art in Spain. 10 am to 8 pm. Dali Museum, 1 Dali Blvd., St. Pete. 727-823-3767.

Learn how to landscape with bamboo with the Safety Harbor Garden Club, 9:30 am at the Safety Harbor Museum, 329 S. Bayshore Blvd. Public welcome, refreshments served. Bring a plant, get a plant at plant exchange. Info at 727-726-6159.

Free Classic Movie Matinee. Free popcorn and sodas will be provided by the Friends of the Library. Seminole Community Library, 9200 113th St. N., Seminole. 727-394-6905.

Health and Wellness Expo and Indoor Community Wide Garage Sale. Health screenings, chair massages, interactive demos and giveaways. 8 am at Southwest Recreation Complex and Pool, 13120 Vonn Rd., Largo. Free. 727-587-6740 ext. 5008.

Antique Fishing Tackle Show, Sale and Auction. Hear stories of early lure makers and see fishing items dating back to the 1800’s. Bring vintage gear from the ‘30s to the ‘50s for auction. 9 am at Dolphin Beach Resort, 4900 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach. Admission: $5. 407-496-7940.

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Scarlet Sunset on Palms Ikebana Exhibit; flower arrangements created by teachers and students of the Sogetsu School of Ikebana, founded in Tokyo in 1927. Demonstrations at 2 and 2:30 pm. Royal Palms, 200 Lake Ave. NE, Largo. Free. 727-585-8003.

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ne in three Americans age 65+ falls each year. In fact, every 15 seconds an older adult is treated for a fall. Last year in Pinellas County alone, more than 13,000 calls were placed to 911 due to falls. We may not be able to stop the pull of gravity, but we can prevent the risk of falls with education and preparation. That’s what the Pasco-Pinellas Fall Prevention Coalition is all about. This dedicated group of volunteers, medical professionals, government representatives and seniors work to share their knowledge about fall risks to help others help themselves, and to raise awareness in the community with events and special projects such as the one being held at CSA of Palm Harbor (1500 16th Street, Palm Harbor) on August 13 from 9 am to 1 pm. Staying Balanced Inside and Out is a free educational event with exhibits, balance demonstrations, health screenings and prize drawings totaling over $2,000 in fall prevention

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

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

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Additionally, the creators of the hardware and software behind Nintendo Wii Bowling have an eye toward the element of nostalgia that the senior demographic embraces as they gather to play and socialize, the article continues by stating: “…For seniors, part of the appeal of Wii Bowling is the nostalgia. It mimics the moves a bowler makes in an actual bowling alley, only players don’t have to reserve a lane, don bowling shoes or pick up a heavy ball. They just have to be able to wave their hand…” We can do that! Wii Bowling is surprisingly easy to pick up. Players line up in front of a tv screen, holding a remote. The game captures the remote’s movement, so when the player moves their arm, so does the “bowler” on the screen. Virtual guides help you line up the direction and angle of your shot, and the amount of force you put

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

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ccording to the National Institutes of Health, healthy lifestyle choices can lessen the chances an individual has of getting cancer. However, even though most Americans know that choices such as quitting smoking, protecting skin from sun damage, eating a healthy diet, exercising more and getting the recommended screenings reduce the risk of cancer, following these recommendations can often be difficult. Although targeted treatments for cancer have improved survival rates, and there are more breakthroughs on the horizon, the best option for most of us is still prevention.

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

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Boomers and Hepatitis C I

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

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

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Men Behaving Badly? Could Be Dementia his dementia is often mistaken for a mid-life crisis. When most people think of dementia, they envision the Alzheimer’s symptoms we hear so much about—memory loss, trouble with language or difficulty with daily activities. But there’s another type of dementia called frontotemporal dementia (FTD) that can strike without any of those symptoms, instead arriving with an alarming change in behavior and personality.

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

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

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

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asthma. Allergy shots may also control allergic reactions to stinging insects such as bees, yellow jackets, hornets and wasps. But the shots are not effective for food allergies. If you have seasonal hay fever, you may be allergic to pollens from trees, grasses or weeds. If you have year-round discomfort, you may be sensitive to indoor allergens such as dust mites, cockroaches, mold or pet dander. The common symptoms of allergic rhinitis are itchy eyes, nose, or throat; nasal congestion, runny nose, watery eyes, chest congestion or wheezing. If your eyes also become red and swollen, you suffer from allergic conjunctivitis.

Before starting allergy shots, your doctor may use a skin test to confirm that you have allergies and determine which specific allergens cause your signs and symptoms. During the test, a small amount of the suspected allergen is scratched into your skin and the area is then observed for about 20 minutes. Swelling and redness indicate an allergy to the substance. The shots won’t give you immediate relief. You’ll probably see improvement in the first year of treatment. The most noticeable improvement often happens during the second year. By the third year, most people are desensitized to the allergens contained in the shots. For some people, successful treatment leads to a life without allergy symptoms. For others, shots must continue on a long-term basis to keep allergy symptoms at bay.

An allergic reaction is a complex chain of events that involves many cells, chemicals and tissues throughout the body. While there is no cure for allergic disease, there are many medications available to lessen symptoms. About 50 million Americans suffer from an allergy. Major allergic diseases include: allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, asthma, atopic dermatitis (eczema), hives (urticaria), and reactions to substances such as food, latex, medications, and insect stings. We don’t know why some substances trigger allergies and others do not. We also don’t understand why every person does not react to allergens. A family history of allergies is the single most important factor that predisposes a person to develop allergies. If you would like to read more columns, you can order a copy of “How To Be A Healthy Geezer” at www.healthygeezer.com. All Rights Reserved © 2013 by Fred Cicetti.

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• Premade Smoothies: Most premade commercial smoothies are syrupy concoctions loaded with calories and sugar. The sugar rush these beverages provide can leave you with a subsequent energy slump. Keep the calories in check by making fresh smoothies with high-quality, nourishing ingredients like low-fat Greek yogurt, skim milk and fresh or frozen fruits.

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

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tock up on a superfood that’s a no-brainer: Wild Blueberries have superior antioxidant capacity compared with other fruits and veggies. Best of all, these little blue powerhouses from Maine and Canada are also incredibly convenient, thanks to their yearround availability in your grocer’s frozen fruit section. They’re just as healthy as fresh and may retain their nutritional value longer. Here are two quick tips: • Make sure they say wild: Check the bag to ensure you’re getting authentic, frozen-fresh Wild Blueberries. If the word “Wild” isn’t on the front of the package, scan the list of ingredients on the back. • Check the size: Be sure to select the little wild ones. When in doubt, feel the berries in the bag—if they’re “pea-sized,” you’ve got the wild ones.

With twice the antioxidant capacity of larger, cultivated blueberries, Wild Blueberries freeze perfectly, retaining superior quality, color and sweet, tangy flavor. Did You Know? Scientists and health researchers are studying Wild Blueberries to discover more about their anti-aging promise, including their potential to forestall cognitive aging, reverse shortterm memory loss, improve motor skills and protect against cancer, heart disease and diabetes.

Healthy Wild Blueberry Muffins 4 1/2 c flour 3 T baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 c brown sugar 3/4 c white sugar 2 1/4 c low-fat buttermilk 1/2 c canola oil 1 1/2 c egg substitute 6 c Wild Blueberries 3T sugar 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon Combine dry ingredients. In another bowl, whisk sugars, egg substitute, oil and milk. Add this to dry mixture. Stir just to blend. Fold in blueberries. Put batter into muffin tins. Sprinkle with cinnamon/ sugar mixture. Bake at 400 degrees for 18 – 22 minutes. Makes 36 muffins.

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sing hands-free devices to talk, text or send e-mail while driving is distracting and risky, contrary to what many people believe, says a new University of Utah study issued recently by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. “Our research shows that hands-free is not risk-free,” says University of Utah psychology Professor David Strayer. “These new, speech-based technologies in the car can overload the Lifestyles After 50 • August 2013 • page 26

driver’s attention and impair their ability to drive safely,” says Strayer. “An unintended consequence of trying to make driving safer—by moving to speech-to-text, in-vehicle systems—may actually overload the driver and make them less safe.” Just because you can update Facebook while driving doesn’t mean that it is safe to do so, Strayer said. “Don’t assume that if your eyes are on the road and your hands are on the wheel that you are unimpaired. If you don’t pay attention then you are a potential hazard on the roadway.” Strayer hopes people realize they are risking their lives and those of others by using distracting handsfree phone, e-mailing, texting and social media technologies while driving. (Newswise)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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re you an introvert with an orange front door? If so, you’re sending mixed messages to your friends and neighbors. According to national color expert Kate Smith, you should try to match the color of your entry door with your personality to give guests a “preview” of the owner inside the home.

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“Reverse mortgages advertised on TV sound like a super deal for seniors, but they are complicated and expensive,” says NCPA Senior Fellow Pamela Villarreal. “The anticipation of monthly income from a reverse mortgage is often overshadowed by misunderstandings over how these agreements work.” Like a traditional home mortgage, reverse mortgages accrue interest over Lifestyles After 50 • August 2013 • page 28

time, and lenders charge an origination fee of up to $6,000 as well as annual charges for loan maintenance and mortgage insurance. Moreover, reverse mortgages can go into default if a borrower fails to pay property taxes, homeowner’s insurance or maintain the home. “Reverse mortgages have a default rate of 9.5 percent,” says Villarreal. “While this rate seems small, it is almost twice the default rate of traditional home mortgages.” The Federal Housing Administration insures reverse mortgages, which provides lenders with a strong incentive to issue them, because they can claim compensation in the event of a default. But this government support means that taxpayers could foot the bill for any number of defaulted mortgages. “In 2012, the FHA had about $140 billion in outstanding reverse mortgage loans,” says Villarreal. “This means that a default rate of nearly 10 percent could cost taxpayers billions of dollars.”

“An entry door painted a bold shade of orange says ‘I’m friendly, fun-loving and enjoy getting together with people’ so that’s the color for an extrovert and perhaps not the best choice for someone who has a more reserved personality,” says Smith. “Since the front door is the key feature on a house that offers homeowners the most flexibility in color choice, this is a good place for people to let their personality shine through.” According to Smith, here’s a look at what paint colors mean:

and clean. Even if my home isn’t always this way, I wish it were!

Green—tells the world that you have traditional values and enjoy being a member of the community.

Black—says I’m consistent, conservative and reserved in my manner as well as my approach to color. With a black door I’m saying my design style is timeless rather than trendy.

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ease in most situations and people are attracted to your easygoing personality.

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Purple—reveals a “free spirited” person who is comfortable taking risks, thinking differently and dreaming big.

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BY JANICE DOYLE

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

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

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

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

The Hippodrome State Theater

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Magnolia Plantation Inn

Magnolia Plantation Inn If you ever wanted to stay in the perfect B&B, then book a room or cottage at the Magnolia Plantation Inn, a Victorian Painted Lady built in 1885. Both the cottages and the rooms have been meticulously restored by Joe and Cindy Montalto. Her breakfasts are amazing, the afternoon socials (with warm chocolate chip cookies, cheese and wine) offer a chance to meet other guests or look at the home’s details presented in scrapbooks and photos throughout the house. Snacks, books, movies and games are available at any time. Our room featured a wall of family wedding pictures—Joe and Cindy’s, their parents’ weddings and others. Information at visitgainesville.com.

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The Drowsy Driving DVD by Martin Jenkins. Young or old, we all know what it’s like to be sleep deprived. What we may not know is that drowsy driving impairs driving skills and causes crashes. Learn the causes, including when, where and why you are most at risk and what to do about it to minimize your risk of being a drowsy driver.

Act Three: Create the Life You Want After Your First Career and Full-time Motherhood by Julie Shifman. Welcome to your “Act Three,” a time of transition, selfexploration and unlimited possibilities. The book provides exercises to help women unlock their inner desires,

gifts and motivations. Learn how others have achieved their dreams through three revolutionary concepts: the ‘Power Equation,’ developing a ‘Portfolio Career’ and the importance of getting in ‘Change Shape.’ Start Your Own Home Business After 50 by Robert W. Bly. Conventional retirement isn’t the safe bet it used to be, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find security and be successful after age 50, according to the author. The book is a complete guide to business start-ups especially for those past age 50. Learn to use your past knowledge and experience to survive and thrive under any economic conditions. Some businesses covered include freelancing, consulting, coaching and internet marketing—and more!

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

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

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