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By Anthony Sorce ver since Alfonso Lombardi III was a young boy, he was very focused and determined in all sports. His dad Alfonso Jr, recalls it all so vividly “ Al played in some extremely tough leagues in Paterson at a young age , he was never intimidated which earned him the respect of all his teammates growing playing youth sports” All of Lombardi’s determination has paid oﬀ handsomely as he has been recruited to play baseball for Stockton University in 2023. During the Summer of 2021, Stockton had shown some major interest in Lombardi’s ability and talent. Alfonso took a trip to Galloway Township to meet with the coaches that were put him on high priority recruitment level. “This was great decision for me because I knew I wanted to play college baseball. The Stockton staﬀ even came to see me play football, after several discussions with the coaches, trainers, and my parent, Stockton was the choice for me.” Lombardi Jr. credits much of Alfonso’s discipline in life to his mother Kathleen. “ His mother is the tough one , Al couldn’t get away too much growing up. I was very easy going, he got over on me quite a few times but never Kathleen. Kathleen also knew how to motivate him. Al has never complained about early morning workouts and those workouts are brutal.” Lombardi has found time to condition himself for one sport season that

has passed or another one that is upcoming, while he is involved with practicing and playing for the current season. If there is anything this kid can do , it certainly is multi-tasking. It’s evident, it’s a task for anyone else to slow Alfonso Lombardi down. “ Sometimes I had to make him take days off , the body has to benefit from rest. I am very proud of my son’s accomplishments and even more proud of the person he is”. stated Lombardi Jr. The Lombardi Family is nothing short of Collegiate Athletic Talent . Alfonso comes from a family of cousins and uncles with a total of 7 Collegiate Athletes. Lombardi has had plenty of support and guidance which helped him to stay focused. Lombardi Jr. attributes a lot of his son’s success story primarily to the township of Cedar Grove. “ Having great teammates and great families living in this town has been a huge difference in Alfonso’s career.” Panther Head Baseball Coach Vincent Cordasco has nothing but praise for Alfonso’s ability. “ Al is the ace of our pitching staff since he transferred from DePaul Catholic in 2021. The kid leads by example which is why he was named Captain of our squad. “ One of Lombardi’s greatest highlights on the mound was in 2021 against Verona in the annual Rivalry Game at Yogi Berra Stadium. In a true pitchers duel vs Hillbilly Ace Pierce Coppola (Currently playing for the Florida Gators) , Verona prevailed 4-0. Lombardi

stuck out of the side in the ﬁrst inning . Although the Panthers lost the game, Lombardi still credits this as one of the greatest experiences on the diamond. “ The atmosphere of Yogi Berra Stadium and the crowd was just and adrenaline rush that I will never forget” Lombardi took the mound again in the 2022 Rivalry Game at Yogi Berra Stadium played last month. Alfonso pitched 3 innings and scored the ﬁrst run of the game for the Panthers, unfortunately for Lombardi and the Panthers , Verona would prevail in a classic see-saw battle 12-11 . Key Positions and pressure in any sport are no stranger to Lombardi, he was the starting QB and led the Panthers to the North Region Group 1 State Football Championship this past November at MetLife Stadium “ Alfonso’s maturity is what stood out to me the most this past season.” Recalls Panther Head Football Coach Rob Gogerty. Alfonso Lombardi does have one last football game to play as a Cedar Grove Panther. “ I am honored to have Alfonso represent our squad along with Patch McCarthy and Nick Christiano at the Annual Robeson Classic on June 9th in East Orange . This is a true testament to our players and program and a great way to play one more game “ Bill Parcells once said “ This is the Super Bowl, if you can’t get motivated for this game, I don’t know what to tell you “ Those very words also hold true for the Paul Robeson Classic. Lombardi’s energy level is

at an all time high. “ This is an experience I know I will never forget and being able to play in this game and put the pads on again with 2 of my closest teammates Patch and Christiano . They were 2 of our biggest forces. This will truly be a game for the ages, and because we didn’t play Verona this past season, I look forward to sharing the same locker room with James Haveron” On the Gridiron Lombardi has a very close bond with Mike Marinelli. “ We are the dynamic duo on and off the field. We started our playing careers at DePaul and then found our way home to Cedar Grove, we knew we had to do something special for our senior year. 3 days after the Robeson Classic, I will be supporting Mike at the Phil Simms North/South Game.” Defining Alfonso Lombardi as a competitor is simply an under statement . He is a true leader on the basketball court as well. “From day one it was apparent that Alfonso just wanted to, and loved to compete . It is becoming a rare personality trait, but it was the refreshing burst of competitiveness that our program needed. Whether it be a shooting, rebounding, ball handling drill, or a 1v1, 2v2, 3v3 or half court or court run, Lombardi wanted to win.” Simply stated by Panther Basketball Coach T.J Jones . Lombardi’s career high on the hard wood was 34 points vs Nutley on senior night . Unfortunately for the Panthers, the Raiders prevailed 74-67 . “Lombardi is not just a com-

On the Mound at Yogi Berra Stadium on May 13th 2022, in the annual Cedar Grove vs Verona Rivarly Game. Photo by Anthony Sorce.

petitor, be he is a man for others, always looking to help encourage and better his teammate’s. A strong understanding of what it means to truly encompass high character, and by default is a role model for those who follow in his footsteps both in the classroom, and on the hardwood. “ said Jones Lombardi accredits a great portion of his success to his parents. “ My parents have been nothing short of awesome. Whether it’s as little as picking me up from practice or as deep as keeping my head in it at times when I felt like giving up, they have been amazing and I couldn’t have asked for two better people to call my parents”

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assaic Valley alum, Billy Pinckney, sat down with the Valley Echo to discuss his most recent activities, accomplishments, and express his support for the school. During his time at PV, Pinckney became PVTV›s first freshman student. Pinckney worked as a batboy for the Jersey Jackals independent baseball team, which evolved into a broadcasting career. He now hosts his own website and YouTube channel where he interviews athletes and other sports figures. Pinckney attends Montclair State University, where he improves upon his abilities and he continues to build his brand online using the lessons he learned and skills he honed at PV. Gabrielle Lim: What do you do now and what’s something interesting about yourself? Billy Pinckney: I am a graduate of PV, Class of 2020, and currently a sophomore at Montclair State [University]. I’ll be graduating in 2024 from there. I started off as a batboy for the Jersey Jackals independent baseball team. It’s where I fell in love with the game of baseball and, throughout the years, I wanted to do something more than be a batboy. So, I started to interview players [and] coaches. That’s when I created my website in 2015 and then, a few years later, the Jackals were looking for somebody to create content for the video board they just installed. I had the opportunity to then be named the Press Box and Player Procurement Assistant for the Jackals and I helped manage and find players for the team as well. PV helped me with the foundation of my skills in editing and content creation and it’s where I learned how to become a better person in media, both in front of the camera and behind the camera.

G.L.: To you, what does it mean to be an alum of PV? B.P.: Especially in recent years, it’s been pretty special because I’m able to come back here and help, guide some students, and give my input to the community. It’s been great! There’s a lot of pride going around now and it’s even better than [when] I left for sure. Now, when I come back and visit, it seems like a very upbeat environment where [the] leadership and staff do a great job getting the students involved and interested. That’s something special to be a part of when you’re an alum. G.L.: How do you think PV has contributed to your success? B.P.: I remember coming in as a freshman [and] I had some skills when it came to media and my interests, but I had some teachers, like Mrs. Roberts, who helped me learn a lot about the industry and become a better editor. That was something that I improved on a lot during my time here and learning the different applications. Looking back at it, it was a few years ago, I definitely increased my skill set greatly. G.L.: As an alum, what would you say to incoming freshman and outgoing seniors? B.P.: To incoming freshmen, I would say to definitely take advantage of the opportunities that you have. You might not know of some coming in but feel them out and see what PV offers… To seniors who are outgoing, I would say the main thing is to build connections and relationships with people in the industry you’re interested in as soon as you can. I remember connecting with people on LinkedIn during classes here. I remember being in History or Spanish class and connecting with people in the industry.

G.L.: What sets you apart from other successful PV alumni? B.P.: There have been quite a few successful alumni and I’m looking to do what I can and be successful in my own way. My goal is to be successful but to also give back to the community and that’s why I came back to PV several times this year. I know I’m still young, but in the near future I’m looking to do what I can to continue to give back to PV and be involved. It’s something special! G.L.: If you could, what’s something you would do continued on page 13

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William Paterson Junior Wins National Bowling Title

By Steve Sears 021 – 22 was a year of growth for William Paterson University junior, Brandon Vallone, and that progression was encouraged and embraced through the sport he loves. Vallone recently won the 2022 men’s bowling title from the CBS Sports Network broadcast of the Intercollegiate Singles Championships at the Stardust Bowl in Addison, Illinois. A recording of the competition and Vallone’s win was scheduled to be broadcast on Tuesday, May 3rd at 8 p.m. on the CBS Sports Network. Vallone, who was a 2019 state championship bowler in his home state of Massachusetts, had not bowled competitively for three years. A psychology major, he this year transferred to WPU from another university devoid of a bowling team. He missed the competition. “I have to say that nothing compares to college bowling,” Vallone says. “We’re a team; it’s just that family that you just don’t experience anywhere else.” Vallone, who for WPU was named to two all-tournament teams this year, in the post- season qualified for the Intercollegiate Championships by finishing second in the sectionals.

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WP Councilman Steps Down After 21 Years

he Borough said “thank you” to a legend, an icon, and an institution in West Paterson/Woodland Park as Council President Joseph Spinelli stepped down from the dais. Spinelli was recognized for his 21-year commitment to serving the public during which time he faithfully and diligently represented the residents of the Borough. Spinelli served as a Borough Council member from Jan. 1, 2002 to May 4, 2022. Over his 21 years, he was Council President in 2011, 2014, 2019, and 2022. He served as chair of the Committee on Recreation & Community Relations in 2009 and 2011, Health & Senior Services Committee from 2005-2008, 2010, and 2012, Public Works Committee from 2013-2015, 2021, and 2022, and Public Safety Committee from 2016-2020. Raised in town, Spinelli graduated Memorial School and Passaic Valley High School. He was a teacher at Memorial for 36 years before retiring in 2001. He taught math and history as well as serving in various capacities as a coach. Spinelli raised his family in town as well. “Whether he taught you, made sure your garbage was picked up, or helped you in another way, I cannot say enough about the dedication and service Joe has given to our town,” Mayor Keith Kazmark said. He, along with Spinelli and Councilwoman Rita Pascrell embarked on a journey together 21 years ago running for the Council. “We have seen so many positive changes in our community and so much of that is a credit to Councilman Spinelli.” While he says leaving the Council is very bittersweet,

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William Paterson Student is Among Five Top American Jazz Pianist Finalists for Prestigious National Award

aelan Cardello, 21, a senior year jazz performance major at William Paterson University, was selected as a finalist to compete for the prestigious national award presented by the American Pianists Association based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Cardello is one of five finalists who will compete for the Cole Porter Fellowship, given every four years to an American jazz pianist at the conclusion of the organization’s unique 13-month competition process. “This is such an honor,” says Cardello. “I know that I’ll receive a lifetime’s supply of knowledge throughout this process, and I’m excited to work with and hear the other finalists. I’m thankful to everyone at William Paterson who helped me through the audition process, especially Professors Bill Charlap and David Demsey.” “Caelan Cardello is a natural…a great talent with an innate ability to communicate with other musicians and with the audience,” says Bill Charlap, director of the University’s Jazz Studies Program and internationally acclaimed pianist. “Caelan’s playing is uplifting and effervescent,” On May 25, there was a preview performance at Dizzy’s Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York, with sets at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. All of the finalists played solo piano. The performances were streamed jointly by Jazz at Lincoln Center and the American Pianists Association. Over the course of five months, from September 2022 to February 2023, each finalist will appear on stage at the Jazz Kitchen in Indianapolis for a trio/solo performance and

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tremble in my voice. “Come on, Richie, you can do it!” Stu said to me, hiding his own inward fear. “Okay, I guess we can give it a try,” I said to Stu. And so, we began the arduous climb up the steep, challenging, ragged cliff edge, filled with perilous rocks jutting out all throughout the mountainside wall. I was doing all so well, in the beginning of our climb. Side by side, Stu and I held onto the base of saplings jutting out from the cliffside. We found nooks and crannies of jutting rocks to use for handles to thrust ourselves two or three feet upward. It was at the halfway point that I made the big mistake of looking downward. At the foot of Steinhauser Mountain lied several beds of solid rock. A fall would mean serious injury, to land upon those hard boulders at the base of Steinhauser Mountain. It could even mean death. Fear overtook me. At was a deep, trembling fear that left me unable to move my arms and legs. I remember Stu looking over to me and continued on page 34

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Blast from the Past: Step Aboard USS New Jersey

By Henry M. Holden ou can see her massive armament from across the river in Philadelphia. Those guns tell stories of American history in times of war. A visit to the USS New Jersey can teach you more than just military history, but all about those who called her home. Docked in Camden, USS New Jersey weighs in at 43,000 tons and measures 888 feet from bow to stern. She is a massive awe-inspiring colossal warship. The USS New Jersey is an Iowa-class battleship. Iowa-class battleships were larger, faster and delivered more fire power than other class battleships. Six were ordered by the Navy, but only four were delivered (Iowa, Wisconsin, Missouri, and New Jersey). New Jersey is the most decorated battleship in Navy history, earning distinctions in World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Cold War, and conflicts in the Middle East. The New Jersey’s history spanned over half the 20th century, from her design in 1938 until her decommission in 1991. She was launched on the first anniversary of Pearl Harbor, and went on to steam more miles, fight in more battles, and fire more shells than any other battleship in history. The New Jersey also fought in the two largest naval battles of the Pacific War. First, in the Battle of the Philippine Sea. She helped

throw up the impenetrable wall of antiaircraft fire which, with naval airpower decimated Japan’s forces in the Marianas Turkey Shoot. Second, she led the Navy’s main fleet in the Battle for Leyte Gulf, the largest sea battle of all time, which destroyed the Japanese fleet as a fighting force. “The ship’s crew size varied over her career,” said Ryan Szimanski, Curator and Executive Director of the Historic Naval Ships Association. “It was designed to hold about 2,000 sailors. The maximum crew ended up to be about 2,700 during World War II because there was an admiral and his staff on board, and some new anti-aircraft guns had been added. By the 1980s it was down to 1,600 because all the old analog guns had been removed (it was now mostly pushbutton warfare, missiles etc.) By the 1980s we had also shifted to a smaller all-voluntary military.” “The four Iowa-class were the only battleships fast enough to keep up with the fast carriers in World War II,” said Szimanski. The Iowa class battleships were designed for a top speed of 33 knots (37.97 mph) but New Jersey on at least one occasion reached 35.2 knots, (40.50 mph), making New Jersey the fastest battleship ever built. “I’ve been told that the ship vibrated at that speed and that it would sink down with

The Mk 1 Ballistic Computer. The name “rangekeeper” began to become inadequate to describe the increasingly complicated functions of rangekeeper. The Mk 1 Ballistic Computer was the first rangekeeper that was referred to as a computer. (Credit U.S. Navy)

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Blast from the Past... continued from page 32 house where the gun captain oversaw the reloading procedures, explore the magazines where one-ton shells and thousands of powder bags were stored. Visitors can even pull the triggers in the plotting room where primitive but effective computers aimed the guns over the horizon. It includes many hands-on elements that let you see and feel what it was like for a World War II crewmen to fire the ships guns. “There are 12 stories in the superstructure, but we limit the tour to five,” said Szimanski. Visitors can tour eight of the ships 19 decks. As they get higher in the superstructure or below decks, the stairs become vertical and diﬃcult for some people to climb. “Remarkably, only one sailor died of enemy action on board,” said Szimanski. “The ship’s armor protected her from just about everything. The sailor who died on board was on the main deck and was killed by shrapnel when a shell hit the armor and bounced off. There was one sailor who died of enemy action while he was on dry land. He happened to be in the Marine Corps barracks building in Beirut when it was bombed back in 1983.” The Battleship New Jersey has the last working fire control computer working on a battleship caliber gun. Guests can see it when they take the guided tour. It’s called a Mk (Mark) 8 rangekeeper. The Mk 1 Ballistic Computer was the first rangekeeper that was referred to as a computer. New Jersey has the longest tour route of any battleship. It’s a mile and a half long but that is spread out over eight decks. No Iowa-class battleship gave more distinguished service than USS New Jersey. She earned 19 Battle and Campaign stars, making her the most decorated battleship in

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Unleashing her firepower was decimate the enemy. (Credit U.S. Navy)

“We offer a classroom program for schools and overnight programs for scout troops,” said Szimanski. “Scout troops, school groups, youth organizations and families can again spend a safe night aboard the Battleship. They’ll enjoy dinner and breakfast, experience a guided tour of the ship, take a chance to fire the saluting gun and sleep in the bunks that the crew of the USS New Jersey once did!” Open seven days a week, rain or shine 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, USS New Jersey is available for anyone to visit. For more information about tours, email info@battleshipnewjersey. org or call 866-877-6262.

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The Cokeville Miracle: A Must Watch

What is the Cokeville Miracle? Amazon Prime recently ran a movie on the miracle in Cokeville. This is a true story and very inspiring. If you have not seen it, I would recommend you do. This article was reproduced with permission from www.wyohistory.org. Credits can be found at https://www.wyohistory.org/encyclopedia/cokeville-elementary-school-bombing. By Jessica Clark Published: November 8, 2014 ay 16, 1986, will never be forgotten by the residents of Cokeville, Wyo. On that Friday afternoon in their quiet, rural town, a deranged couple entered the community’s elementary school, took those inside hostage and detonated a bomb in a first grade classroom. .At that time, about 500 people lived in Cokeville, and there were slightly more than 100 students attending the elementary school. Located in Lincoln County and nestled between the towns of Star Valley and Kemmerer on the Wyoming-Idaho border, Cokeville, many residents believed, was a safe place to rear children. “[T]rust is big here … youngsters grow up knowing they can turn to many other members of the community with confidence,” write Hartt and Judene Wixom in Trial by Terror: The Child-hostage Crisis in Cokeville, Wyoming. The first chapter is titled “A Town of Trust.” Thus, when David and Doris Young entered the town’s only elementary school with an arsenal of weapons and a gasoline bomb in a grocery cart, no one saw it coming. David Young’s journals and writings reveal that he was a troubled man who spent many years grappling with deep philosophical questions–about man’s existence, the afterlife and spirituality. Educated at Chadron State College in Nebraska, he had earned a degree in criminal justice, and was hired as Cokeville’s town marshal in the 1970s. He was dismissed, however, from this position shortly after his six-month probationary period. Young met his second wife, Doris Waters, while in Cokeville. She was a divorcée who earned money working as a waitress and singer in a local bar. Shortly after their wedding, David and Doris left Cokeville and headed to Tucson, Ariz. During their time in Tucson, according to Doris’ daughter Bernie Petersen, David became increasingly reclusive, focusing on his philosophical readings and writings. While he was writing his philosophy, Zero Equals Infinity, Doris took part-time jobs including housekeeping and waitressing to support their meager lifestyle. They lived in a mobile home with Princess, David’s youngest daughter from his first mar-

Jamie Buckley pledges allegiance to the flag the week after the Cokeville bombing. Bill Wilcox photo, Casper Star-Tribune Collection, Casper College Western History Center.

riage. He was the father of two, but was estranged from his elder daughter. It was in their Tucson home that David came up with what he considered “the Biggie,” a plan to get rich quick and create a “Brave New World.” This plan involved David’s longtime friends, Gerald Deppe and Doyle Mendenhall, who believed by investing in David’s scheme they would get rich. But David refused to reveal his plans entirely until moments before they unfolded. David’s friends did not know that “the Biggie” was a plan to take over Cokeville Elementary School, hold each of the children hostage for $2 million dollars apiece and then detonate the bomb, transporting the money and children to his “Brave New World,” where he would be God. While David and Doris Young were not involved in an organized religion, both were deeply spiritual. They believed in reincarnation, which probably led, in part, to the creation of David’s “Brave New World” idea. David’s writings reveal that he hoped life would be better for him and Cokeville’s children in this imaginary place. When Deppe and Mendenhall finally got wind of his plans moments before the hostage crisis unfolded, they refused to participate. David, who dared not risk their reporting him to the authorities, responded by holding them at gunpoint. He instructed Doris and Princess, by now a young adult, to handcuff them inside his van. David, Doris and Princess proceeded

Ryan Taylor, 7, at the Montpelier, Idaho hospital after the Cokeville bombing. Casper Star-Tribune Collection, Casper College Western History Center.

to the elementary school and entered the building shortly after 1 p.m. that Friday. David had the makeshift bomb attached to his body and housed inside a grocery cart, while Doris and Princess carried an arsenal of rifles, handguns and ammunition, as well as the Zero Equals Infinity handouts. But shortly after entering the school, Princess decided to rebel. She fled the building and drove the Youngs’ van—with Deppe and Mendenhall still inside—to the town hall, where she reported her father’s plan. Because they refused to participate, Princess, Deppe, and Mendenhall were never charged in relation to this crime. In the meantime, David and Doris Young gathered children, teachers, staff and visitors in the elementary school into one central location. They attempted to crowd 154 people into one of the two first grade classrooms, a room with a total capacity of 30 students and a teacher. David set himself near the center of the room with the grocery cart bomb nearby, as Doris went from room to room rounding up people. According to survivor accounts, Doris enticed many into the first grade room by announcing that their presence was required for a school assembly. Of course, most children were elated by the prospects of an assembly. Upon entering the classroom, children saw an arsenal of weapons, a grocery cart and an unfamiliar man—David Young. Some of them believed the assembly was about weapons; others began realizing something was seriously wrong. Once all the hostages were contained in the first grade classroom, David Young

George Moore helps his son on the boy’s first day back at school, the week after the bombing. Bill Wilcox photo, Casper Star-Tribune Collection, Casper College Western History Center

informed them that they were leading a revolution and distributed copies of his philosophy Zero Equals Infinity to everyone present. Just before implementing “the Biggie,” David Young had also sent a copy of the document to President Ronald Reagan, the president of Chadron State College and numerous media outlets. Cokeville Elementary School teachers and staff tried to keep kindergarteners through sixth graders calm and entertained. In the tiny classroom, they watched movies, played games, prayed. And, then, shortly after 4 p.m., the bomb exploded. Witnesses later testified that just before the explosion David Young had connected the explosive to his wife. Then he went to the restroom, which was attached to the classroom. Doris accidently triggered the bomb by motioning to her hostages with her arms. The explosion engulfed her in flames and burned many nearby children. Chaos ensued. David emerged from the bathroom to find his wife in excruciating pain. He shot and killed her. Students, teachers, staff and visitors frantically exited the building, with teachers helping many of the children escape through the windows. David saw John Miller, the music teacher, trying to escape and shot him in the back. David returned to the restroom and killed himself, ending the hostage crisis. The only two fatalities were David and Doris Young. Everyone else survived, including the injured John Miller. Reporters from all the regional news outlets were on the scene by the time of the explosion or shortly thereafter. In addition, national reporters began arriving continued on page 41

Never Give Up...

continued from page 36 reflections that my minister shared with me, when he would visit me in the hospital or at home. And, the same was true with dozens of articles that I wrote and were published in local newspapers, about the events of Boy Scout Troop 170. These were based upon the stories that my dad, who was the Scoutmaster of Troop 170 at the time, shared with me. Here’s the amazing thing. A modern miracle, if you will. After one full year of battling Rheumatic Fever, my doctor gave me the okay to literally put my feet back on the ground. I typed up my resume and made an appointment to see a Personnel Agent in Parsippany. As if the odds were a million to one, this lady lived in Lincoln Park. Her son had been in Boy Scout Troop 170. And, she had read mostly every one of the articles that I had recently written, in the past year, that were published in local newspapers. I shall never forget the words of that kind lady, as she looked at my resume and told me that her son was in Troop 170 and that she enjoyed reading my articles. “I think you might be a fit for a Public Relations Department. There’s an opening in the P. R. Department at AT&T in Morristown. Do you mind the commute?” I remember telling her that I didn’t mind the commute at all. This kind lady faxed my resume with some

of my writing samples to the Personnel Department at the AT&T oﬃce in Morristown. I got an appointment for an interview. My Guardian Angel blessed me with a miracle. I did get the job! I was destined to work in the Public Relations Department of AT&T, for well over a decade. Yes, you will meet plenty of people like Lou in your journey in life. Yes, you will have moments where you’ll have doubts about your talents and skills. But, first and foremost, you absolutely must believe that you are capable of accomplishing great things in life. That you have real talent. That you can climb any mountain, not halfway up, but all the way to the tippy-top and wave your own flag of success. You must believe it’s possible. Read every book you can find on positive thinking. Read books of spiritual insight, read and reread the books of your faith or the religion that you follow. Constantly tell yourself that doors are opening for you, doors leading to greater success in your life. And never, never, never give up! Never ever give up!!!!!!! Richard Mabey Jr. is a freelance writer. He can be reached at richardmabeyjr@hotmail. com. Please put on the subject line: “Never Give Up.”

The Cokeville Miracle... continued from page 40 within hours of the explosion. Students, teachers, visitors, staff who survived the ordeal and bystanders began recounting their memories of this event as it was still unfolding. Following the explosion, 79 children were taken to area hospitals, most of which were located more than an hour’s drive from Cokeville, for treatment for burns and smoke inhalation. Survivors shared their stories with each other, investigators, family members, and hospital personnel. In the days and weeks immediately after this event, most accounts focused on the horrors of the day. As time progressed, however, a different story emerged in this highly religious and largely Mormon community. It became a story of a miracle rather than a tragedy. Oral histories, memoirs and drawings began to reveal a narrative of fortune rather than misfortune. Survivors began to tell their stories through a spiritual lens. They increasingly spoke about their memories in public with professional psychologists, church oﬃcials and community counsel-

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ors. Many recalled praying silently, forming prayer circles and seeing angels during the crisis. This narrative was perpetuated in many publications and productions. For instance, The Cokeville Miracle Foundation’s 2005 book Witness to Miracles: Remembering the Cokeville Elementary School Bombing and the Wyoming State Archives oral history project called “Survivor is My Name” both focused on the reconstructing of this narrative as a miracle instead of a tragedy. Kameron Wixom, son of Hartt and Judene Wixom, writes a “childlike faith saved us.” In his contribution to the Witness to Miracles book, Kameron writes: “I didn’t have to see angels, hear them, or even think that their presence might be required that day. I did not have to imagine how God would move … that day when I said my little prayer just hours before, I simply knew he would. He did deliver our salvation that day. That much I know. I’m living proof.”

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What You Need to Know About Cholesterol

nderstanding and improving cholesterol is important for people of all ages, including children and teens. Maintaining healthy cholesterol levels can help keep your heart healthy and lower your chances of getting heart disease or having a stroke. High cholesterol usually has no symptoms. In fact, about 38% of adults in the United States are diagnosed with high cholesterol, according to the American Heart Association. Understanding what cholesterol is, the role it plays, when to get screened and how to manage it are important aspects of protecting your overall health and prevent a heart attack or stroke. Understanding Cholesterol A waxy, fat-like substance created by the liver and consumed from meat, poultry and dairy products, cholesterol isn’t inherently bad for you. In fact, your body needs it to build cells and make vitamins and other hormones. However, too much cholesterol circulating in the blood can pose a problem. The two types of cholesterol are lowdensity lipoprotein (LDL), which is considered “bad,” and high-density lipoprotein (HDL), which can be thought of as “good” cholesterol. Too much of the “bad” kind, or not enough of the “good,” increases the risk of cholesterol slowly building up in the inner walls of the arteries that feed the heart and brain. Cholesterol can join with other substances

to form a thick, hard deposit on the inside of the arteries called plaque. This can narrow the arteries and make them less flexible - a condition known as atherosclerosis. If a blood clot forms, it may be more likely to get stuck in one of these narrowed arteries, resulting in a heart attack or stroke. Understanding Risk Your body naturally produces all the LDL it needs. An unhealthy lifestyle can make your body produce more LDL than required. Behaviors that may negatively affect your cholesterol levels include lack of physical activity, obesity, eating an unhealthy diet and smoking or exposure to tobacco smoke. In addition to unhealthy habits, which are the cause of high LDL cholesterol for most people, some people inherit genes from their parents or grandparents - called familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) - that cause them to have too much cholesterol and can lead to premature atherosclerotic heart disease. If you have a family history of FH or problems related to high cholesterol, it’s important to get your levels checked. Getting Cholesterol Checked Adults age 20 and older should have their cholesterol and other traditional risk factors checked every 4-6 years as long as their risk remains low. After age 40, your health care professional will use an equation to calculate your 10-year risk of heart attack or stroke. People with cardiovascular disease, and those at elevated risk, may need their

cholesterol and other risk factors assessed more often. Managing Cholesterol If you have high cholesterol, understanding your risk for heart disease and stroke is one of the most important things you can do, along with taking steps to lower your cholesterol. Often, simply changing certain behaviors can help bring your numbers into line. Eating a heart-healthy diet that emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean or plantbased protein, fish and nuts while limiting red and processed meats, sodium and sugarsweetened foods and beverages is one of the best ways to lower your cholesterol. While grocery shopping, look for the American Heart Association’s Heart-Check mark to help identify foods that can be part of an overall healthy eating pattern.

Other lifestyle changes include losing weight, quitting smoking and becoming more physically active, as a sedentary lifestyle can lower HDL. To help lower both cholesterol and high blood pressure, experts recommend at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise a week, such as walking, biking or swimming. For some people, lifestyle changes may prevent or manage unhealthy cholesterol levels. For others, medication may also be needed. Work with your doctor to develop a treatment plan that’s right for you. If medication is required, be sure to take it as prescribed. Controlling your cholesterol may be easier than you think. Learn more about managing your cholesterol at heart.org/cholesterol. (Family Features)

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