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Vol. 24 • June 2013

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It's All About Dad

Inside this issue Celebrate With Fireworks and Music! Bamboo...the World’s Most Useful Plant Veterans Corner

Lifestyles After 50 • June 2013 • page 2

21st Century Superdads Don’t Always Look Like Our Dads

Dear Readers,

ads, this is your month. June 16 is Hallmark’s day for dads. Spend some time in the card aisle and you’ll see that Doyle, Hallmark has created Janice Editor a card for just about every kind of dad relationship out there. Generationally speaking (and, of course, there are exceptions!), today’s seniors had fathers and dads who were the traditional married breadwinners and disciplinarians in the family. They seldom, if ever, changed a diaper or cooked a meal or said “I love you.” Over one third of children today do not have a father in the household. However, other thousands of dads are out there being amazingly interactive in new ways with their children. They’ve broken from the ‘traditional’ structure and moved to a more functional ‘tag-team’ structure to managing home and children. I have two sons who are among this crop of 21st century dads. My sons are breadwinners, yes, but several years ago they could also talk about which was the best brand of binky on the market. And one year I asked for suggestions of what to get a toddler for Christmas and Son 3 said, “Well, we can never have enough sippy cups. We’re down to one.” (This from a man whose father changed maybe a

total of 20 diapers for three children.) These two sons choose to share in child rearing and participate in running the household, actually pretty necessary in order to manage their massively hectic lives. Their wives can leave for an hour, a day or a weekend and know the kids’ schedules won’t be affected much. There are obvious challenges for dads like this in balancing the gray area of a caring, nurturing dad and a protector, rock-solid, ‘50s and ‘60s kind of dad. It’s not easy. They are rugged, strong men and to their kids they are indestructible super-heroes. They’re just supermen who can do a load of laundry while cooking dinner and listening to stories from school.

Our challenges Many in the over-50 age group say they never got a hug or heard a parent say “I love you,” and they don’t know how to say it to their kids and grandkids. Moms cuddled and Grandmas hugged and kissed young grandchildren (mine chose the nape of a kid’s neck to be her special kissing spot), but that was about it. Men shook hands with boys in greeting as they got older and uncles might do the side-byside arm around the shoulders thing. What can you do if you grew up in a family that didn’t say “I love

you” but you want to let your family know you care. Where do you start at any age if “those words” weren’t part of normal conversation? Psychologists say get over it! Whether or not your family is comfortable expressing their love for each other, you tell them. Maybe raise a toast and say “You’re my family, and I love you all.” Or in a private, unguarded moment, give your dad/son/daughter/mom a hug and tell them you love them. It doesn’t have to be all gooey and sentimental—just a statement of fact. Or you can choose the beer commercial line “I love you, man.” Just keep in mind that this is not about romance and sex, this is about friendship, family friendship. We’ve probably all realized that, sooner or later, a son comes around to being like his Old Man and a woman turns into her own mother. Hopefully we can take the good qualities in our parents, add the best of what the younger generation has learned in being 21st century parents and be participants in warm, loving family relationships. A last thought: Whatever the family relationship, face it. Look for the qualities you respect in the person and let them know. It’s the 21st century!

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– July 24 Gentle Yoga. Learn how to relax body and mind, reducing tension and aches. Wednesdays, 5:30 to 6:30 pm at Lee County Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Ft. Myers. $120. Call 239-939-2787 to register.

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Afternoon Tea Party. Tea, sandwiches, sweets and classical music. $15/person. 2 to 4 pm at Tony Rotino Center, 5817 Driftwood Pkwy., Cape Coral. Info: 239-574-0807.

Canning Class. Learn USDA guidelines for safe food preservation and receive “So Easy to Preserve” canning book and “Simply Florida” cookbook. 9:30 am to 2:30 pm at UF/IFAS Lee County Extension Office, 3406 Palm Beach Blvd., Fort Myers. $30/person; registration required at 239-533-7510.

Movie Matinee. Enjoy a free afternoon movie on the last Tuesday of each month at the Tony Rotino Center, 817 Driftwood Pkwy., Cape Coral. Snacks and soft drinks for sale. 2 to 4 pm. More info at 239-574-0807.

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Wounded Veterans Find Serenity On The Water BY TRACIE SCHMIDT

sk any fisher, and he’ll tell you that being on the water is the cure for all ills. It certainly holds true for Cape Coral resident David Sounders, founder of Wounded Warrior Anglers of America, Inc.—a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of injured veterans through mentoring, camraderie and a healthy dose of fishing therapy. “You might be hurting pretty badly, but when you go out on the water, you forget about those things for a day, half a day,” Sounders says. He served in the Marine Corps and the National Guard before he was wounded in service. The soldier had grown up with a love of fishing and turned to it again as a form of personal therapy. “Fishing and being out on the boat was something that helped me out tremendously. I started inviting others from PTSD classes, classes at the

VA, to go out if they wanted,” he said. As the group got larger and Sounders’ wife Judy realized the positive effect it was having on her husband and the other veterans, they decided to start their own organization, which was founded last year. The anglers enjoy a Warrior They now have around and Caregiver Retreat. 300 members across the country. Every year they host around Activities 57 individual outings and four large There’s no shortage of events for anoutings for wounded warriors, their glers of all skill sets and interests, from caregivers and family members. Trips freshwater and saltwater fishing to fly focus on camaraderie between disfishing, kayak fishing, “extreme”fishing abled veterans, learning new fishing and more. And if you’ve never done it techniques, tips for stress management before, they’ll teach you the basics. and a type of PTSD therapy that’s “Last year I think we took almost non-clinical, Sounders says. 20 people out who had never fished “We’re not offering drugs or anything. before in their lives. When they come We’re offering serenity on the water with us the first time, we give them a and being around other veterans.” brand new rod and reel in hopes that

they will continue their own therapy after the trip,” says Sounders. Special events, like their upcoming Warrior and Caregiver Retreat on June 21 and 22, offer warriors a day of fishing and caregivers a day of pampering at a local spa. Afterwards, the catch is gathered together for a fish fry. Donations of funds, food, water, lodging, gear and boats make much of the group’s activities possible. Sounders says that support for veterans is always needed and often overlooked. “There’s just so many of us out there who need help. If your heart’s there to do it, find an organization, go down and volunteer, donate money or supplies, see where your money goes to.” Wounded Warriors of America, Inc. is open to to all service members who have been injured, wounded or disabled in the line of duty, no matter what their era of service. To join, donate or volunteer, visit woundedwarrioranglers.org or call Judy Sounders at 423-620-9104.

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he annual Taste of Lee is back, featuring tasty treats, fresh produce and classes from local farmers and artesans. • Free tasting tables of locally grown fruits and vegetables and freshly caught seafood. • Farmers and fishers will bring their edibles for sale including cheese, honey, herbs, fruits, vegetables and meats.

• Classes on food preservation, edible native plants, growing tropical fruit trees and more. • Carmen Miranda look-alike contest • Free parking, hourly raffles. $1 general admission; under 12 free. Speaker series $1 additional. June 29 at 9 am at the First Baptist Church of Fort Myers, 1735 Jackson St., Ft. Myers. Info: 239-533-7504.

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• Annual 4th of July Celebration, July 4. Family friendly festivities begin at 11 am. Live music, food specials and kids activities all day. Fireworks display over Charlotte Harbor begins at 9 pm. Fishermen’s Village: 941-639-8721.

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Military Heritage Museum and Charlotte County Habitat for Humanity Veteran Home Repair and Building Campaign Kick Off, 10 am-11 am, Center Court. For more information, contact Gabrielle at 941 639-3162

Helping Hands Muttini Mingle, “A Pawtastic Yappy Hour” 5:30 – 8 pm. Social time for people and their pets! Live music by Reconnections Band. Salty Paws: 941-575-7599 for info.

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2nd Annual Father & Child Fishing Tournament, 8 am. Teach your grandchild fishing tips and make lasting memories. Bayshore Live Oak Park, 23157 Bayshore Road, Charlotte Harbor. Details at 941-235-5013.

• The Best of USO Tour Tributes – featuring the Charlotte County Big Band, July 1. 7 pm. Music by Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and others. Cash bar. Tickets: $10. Charlotte Cultural Center, 2280 Aaron Street, Port Charlotte. Tickets/info: 941-625-4175, ext 221 or 222.

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It’s Not Just for Your Grandma’s Furniture Anymore BY MARY PURDOM

amboo is not just for Grandma’s sunroom furniture any more. And it has a life far beyond the tiki torches around your patio. Now it’s also about bamboo floors, sheets, towels and clothing. If you’ve been trying to “be a little more green” to help preserve the Earth’s natural resources, you might well be looking at products made of bamboo, probably the world’s most useful plant. Today you will find bamboo everywhere from closets to tables to floors and everywhere in between.

The fun stuff Bamboo grows in what are called “brakes” and has historically found many uses. In Cambodia, an ancient train system is just now being replaced. Passengers hurtled through greenery with fierce speed on top of a large bamboo platform mounted on train axles powered by a small go-kart engine. In Japan, Burger King added a charred squid ink bamboo burger in 2012. The pitch black patty (paprika and tomato beef, slathered with black squid ink ketchup) is served in a bun made from dough mixed with bamboo charcoal. Rachel McAdams (of The Notebook and Wedding Crashers fame) has urged women to opt for bamboo lingerie for the betterment of environment. Her website, GreenIsSexy.org, lets you know that “A sexy green thing to do is to wear bamboo underwear! They sound quite painful but they’re actually quite soft!” A man in India climbed up a 30-feet long single bamboo stick Lifestyles After 50 • June 2013 • page 10

and stayed more than 36 hours, with help from marijuana and milk once in every hour.

What’s in it for you? As modern technology moved forward, bamboo was found to have characteristics which made it both eco-friendly and hygienic. Textile expert Rose Lacy says, “It is antibacterial, making it an excellent fabric for people suffering from allergies. Bamboo is softer than cashmere or silk and can be both machine washed and dried. Unlike the synthetic athletic clothes we’re used to, bamboo fabric is two to three times more absorbent than cotton.” Night sweats? How about bamboo sheets and bedding which are softer than cotton and are super absorbent? The 400 Thread Count bamboo bedding feels equal to about 1,000 TC cotton, according to Lacy. It’s no secret that sweaty smelly feet are a huge problem for many people. James Sands of Tampa says of wearing bamboo socks: “The difference was night and day. Even though my feet were sweating, the socks were not wet and my feet did not swell—or smell!” In one study, fifty people suffering from athlete’s foot found that wearing bamboo socks stopped the burning and itching associated with the condition within one to two days. Within two to six days,

the blistering and sores characteristic of the condition disappeared and the skin returned to normal. Bambooee Reusable Towels hang on any standard paper towel dispenser and can be machine washed and reused 25 times or more. One roll of Bambooee replaces 60 rolls of the average paper towel. (3,000 tons of paper towel waste is produced each day.) Clothing made from bamboo has natural UV protection. Bamboo jersey fabric has a 94% UVA block and a 93% UVB block.

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On Being a Father

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pread the diaper in the position of the diamond with you at bat. Then fold second base down to home and set the baby on the pitcher’s mound. Put first base and third together, bring up home plate and pin the three together. Of course, in case of rain, you gotta call the game and start all over again. — Jimmy Piersal, on how to diaper a baby, 1968 • Fatherhood is pretending the present you love most is soap-on-a-rope. —Bill Cosby

• A father carries pictures where his money used to be. —Author Unknown

• It would seem that something which means poverty, disorder and violence every single day should be avoided entirely, but the desire to beget children is a natural urge. — Phyllis Diller • Never raise your hand to your kids. It leaves your groin unprotected. — Red Buttons

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• When I was a boy of fourteen, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I got to be twenty-one, I was astonished at how much he had learned in seven years. —Author unknown, commonly attributed to Mark Twain but no evidence has yet been found for this —Garson O’Toole

• I don’t care how poor a man is; if he has family, he’s rich. — M*A*S*H, Colonel Potter • Some of the greatest lies ever told by your children: “I forgot,” “I’ll pay you back later” and “It was like that when I found it.” — Bill Cosby

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hat if you heard that watching TV is good for your mental health? Could it be true? We hear all the time that we need to get off the couch, stop watching TV and get moving. One survey found that boomers average watching 170 hours of television per month, which is five to six hours per day. The average age for “NCIS” (the number one rated drama) is 57. And viewers 55+ make up over 60 percent of the viewers for “The Good Wife” and “Dancing With The Stars.” But what if watching TV under specific conditions could actually provide the mental boost you need to tackle a difficult task?

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Jaye L. Derrick of the State University of New York in Buffalo found that watching a rerun of a favorite TV show may help restore the drive to get things done in people who have used up their reserves of willpower or self-control.

people form with the characters in their favorite shows. We find it comforting, mainly because we already know what the characters are going to say and do. All we have to do is sit back and enjoy it. “When you watch a favorite re-run, you typically don’t have to use any effort to control what you are thinking, saying or doing. You are not exerting the mental energy required for self-control or willpower,” Derrick explains. “At the same time, you are enjoying your ‘interaction,’ with the TV show’s characters, and this activity restores your energy.”

Here’s why it works Re-watching your favorite TV show taps into the surrogate relationship

Here’s the caveat But that doesn’t mean boomers should veg-out in front of any TV show!

Here’s the skinny The study showed that subjects who have engaged in arduous mental activity or had to maintain tight control over their emotions were far more likely in the following hours to seek out a rerun to watch. They overwhelmingly chose to watch a reliable favorite rather than to see a new show or movie.

Just watching whatever is on television does not provide the same benefit. And perhaps surprisingly, watching a new episode of a favorite television show for the first time does not provide the same benefit. Derrick explains that there is something special and comfortable about a “relationship” in which you already know what the other person is going to say and do, and all you have to do is sit there and enjoy it. In fact, the effects of this fictional “social surrogacy” may work better than actual social interaction with real people under some circumstances. That’s because human exchanges can also produce a sense of rejection, exclusion and ostracism, which may diminish willpower. So, go ahead. Think about all those favorite TV shows and call them up when you need a boost. (Newswise)

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he Fourth of July—Independence Day—means parades, barbecues, picnics, concerts, family reunions and political speeches and ceremonies. It also means music and fireworks. The tradition of fireworks bursting in the sky over water while an orchestra plays Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture” is 40 years old this year. It will be the birthday of the year Boston Pops Conductor Arthur Fiedler was urged to revive the diminishing concert in Boston by playing a few extra pieces, sort of a “keep people interested” kind of thing.

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• In the Midwest, there’s nowhere Roger Popwell Photography to be but in St. Louis on the Mississippi Riverfront near • The Nation’s Capital, Washington the Gateway Arch for the 4th of July. DC, offers an all-day patriotic event starting with a parade down Constitution Avenue with more than 300 floats, • New Orleans hosts Go 4th on the River which is a Mardi Gras-style bands, military units and lots of flag party all day on the riverfront. The waving. The evening features a live renowned New Orleans Concert concert on the west Band plays at 7:30 followed by a lawn of the U.S. Dueling Barges fireworks display. Capitol Building featuring the National • Freedom Over Texas is Houston’s Symphony Orchestra party to prove that on the 4th of July and a huge fireworks “everything is bigger in Texas.” The display on the Mall. (PBS airs the program fireworks come at the end of an all-day celebration at Elanore Tinsley Park. nationwide.)

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• Idaho Falls, Idaho’s Freedom Celebration is known as the largest fireworks display west of the Mississippi River! It’s a huge pyrotechnic show with all the patriotic music you love to experience following a day of the Snake River area’s Liberty Festival on the Falls.

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