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portance of getting a breast exam while in your 30s and prior to the age of 40. That’s first. And then there’s the bond of sisterhood. “Amy is like the best sister ever,” says Tasca. “She always has the best advice, she’s hilarious, she’s kind, she’s caring. And I’m thankful that I had been diagnosed first because Amy and I have very different ways of dealing with major things. I kind of live in my little bubble. I kind of like to see the upside of everything. I don’t tend to let things bother me. So, when Amy was going through it, I think it was helpful that I had literally been

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Grateful Dogs Grooming and Daycare Opens in Wayne

By Steve Sears 6-year-old Alex Mazur recalls that summer day on Lake George with his girlfriend, Kylie Freer. “We were sitting by the lake and I said, ‘I want to do it. I want to work with animals,” he recalls. Mazur was working as a UPS driver, delivering packages daily. “And I wanted to do something that I loved,” he says adamantly, “and dogs were it. If I was going to work that hard, I was going to do it on my terms. I knew I wanted to do it. I went to school to learn how to groom dogs, and here we are today.” Grateful Dogs Grooming and Daycare opened on March 8. Freer, 24, who works as a Project Manager in the horseracing industry and is getting her MBA at Seton Hall University, handles the finance end of the business, while Mazur handles the grooming side, where he is perfecting his skills at the Clip Shop School of Dog Grooming. Post-schooling, he also worked at various grooming spots in addition to a doggy daycare facility. He was ready for this opportunity and, his schooling and skills indeed being stellar, here is the foremost reason. “I just wanted to work with animals. I had animals my entire life. My entire childhood growing up, I was always around canines, and especially when I met Kylie, I took her dogs and I just fell in love with her dogs, too. I felt like it was a good career for me to work with canines and give them a place to play and make them feel safe and keep them safe as well grooming-wise with their grooming needs.” Freer, with her financial and business acumen, feels the fact that Grateful Dogs has a bunch of different revenue

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continued from page 4 they’ll have their own undivided attention, and they really take their time. It doesn’t matter how long they take or what they need. They really will move mountains to make sure that dogs are safe and comfortable, and the owner is happy as well.” Per Freer, Mazur is also the creative mind behind the business, designing the logo and the interior of the facility, ensuring that the grooming room specifically was tailored to the comfort of the groomers so they can groom in the best environment. “The safest environment possible, yeah,” says Mazur. “And,” adds Freer, “to make sure that the dogs were comfortable as well. That’s kind of why we looked at the biggest space. So, he (Mazur) really has a knack for that aside from grooming. He really understands the industry and came up with the name ‘Grateful Dogs’ with the pun, and I think he really did a good job with that.” “And with her business aspect,” says Mazur of Freer, “I’ve seen how Kylie works all the time, with many different companies, taking on internships and everything. I think Kylie’s really qualified to help me run the business end of it and also,” “And Alex can teach me how to groom and really care for the dogs,” Freer interjects. “I actually sat in on a couple courses that he

was taking just to sharpen his skills a little bit on the grooming side as well as the daycare just to make sure that the dogs are as safe as possible in group play and seeing what we can offer to stimulate their minds and get them excited to be here.” Pairing their talents, Freer says she really believes that she and Mazur can make Grateful Dogs a success. “And you know,” she attests, “being young it definitely is scary and there’s a lot of things that we didn’t know about. But also, being so young, it’s kind of like, ‘Well, what do we have to lose? We have the support of our family, friends. They think we could be great at this. Let’s believe in ourselves.’” The duo plans on having events at Grateful Dogs and looks to get involved with adoption agencies. “We really want to see where we can make the most impact,” says Freer. “We really want to partner with one that we feel that we can help and really make an impact on these dogs’ lives. I think we have the space to do it. We’re looking into some things that we can do now, aside from just hosting events. We can offer donations or something along those lines. So that’s something on our radar right now.” Grateful Dogs is located at 1123 Rt 23-NJ Wayne. Call 973-954-7703 and visit www. gratefuldogswaynenj.com.

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William Paterson Art Studio Major Creates Unique Chess Set

By Steve Sears oxbury’s Nick Montesano, when tasked with coming up with an idea for a board game in his William Paterson University screen design class, created something unique: a COVID19 chess game. “Our professor tasked us to create our own chess set that we had in 3D design in this program called Maya,” explains Montesano, “We had to 3D-model it first, then it had the pieces that we made that were printed out, and then we had to physically build the chess set, along with the pieces that were 3D printed.” Montesano, 18, came up with three ideas that had to be “personal” to him; something that he was interested in. “I sketched out three different ideas,” he says. “I started off thinking about the world’s tallest buildings, because architecture I find interesting even though I don’t want to do it for a career. So, I chose the world’s tallest buildings, and I also chose Photo courtesy of Nicholas Montesano iconic cartoon characters. I wasn’t really that high on those ideas because they’re kind of classic and everybody knew about them. So, I said, ‘Okay, I need one more idea,’ because we had to have three different chess set-inspired ideas.” At first, the third idea escaped him, until he thought about the current pandemic. “So, I was like, ‘Okay, I can do something pandemic inspired,’ and I came up with the important stuff that we need during the pandemic to quarantine - toilet paper, masks, food, water, hand sanitizer, Lysol spray - all the important stuff that we need to fight the pandemic.” Montesano used these inspirations for the pieces of the chess set, and had the actual board set up like an actual first aid kit. He also, in the red and white squares on the board, placed red and white social distancing stickers.

The entire project took up a third of the Art Studio major’s first freshman semester. “Actually building the board itself with the wood and the paints took about two weeks’ time,” he says, “and then modeling the pieces took four to five weeks because it was like trial and error – I had to print them out, a few trial pieces, to make sure that the dimensions were good - and then fully printing out all 32 pieces took about a week’s worth of time because I had to submit them to the school’s 3d printer.” Montesano then modeled them in Maya 3D, which took an additional three to four weeks. The reception from his professor and fellow classmates was positive. “Every week or so on Thursday, we would update the class on what we were working on; they would always use the work in progress. I had a rendering of the pieces and building of the set. Nobody was really super interested in it until I actually finished the project, because it was a work in progress during those nine weeks. After I finally finished it and everybody saw it in all its glory, they were actually interested. Seeing step by step isn’t totally interesting compared to seeing the final product for most people. But for me, it was interesting the entire way, because I had to go through it from three different ways: modeling the pieces, printing them out, and building the board.” Industrial design is in Montesano’s future, and he wants to do it for a specific niche which may not surprise people: the medical field. “I do like making an impact on people, like the less fortunate that suffer from underlying health conditions and diseases.” Visit Montesano’s website, www.Nicholasmontesano.com, to view other projects he is working on.

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Loss of a Pet... continued from page 10 being in the room. But being present when a pet is euthanized can be emotional, so give this decision serious consideration. Once a pet has died, many owners debate whether or not to bring a new pet into their homes. Another animal around the house can fill the void created when your previous pet passed away, and some people adopt or buy a new pet before an old or sick pet passes away to make the transition as smooth as possible. A new pet should

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Letter to the Editor: Sound Bytes

By Meg Sturm o many sounds. They are everywhere. We can’t even begin to count the sounds that we hear all around us. We are surrounded constantly by them. They interrupt everything. They come from the world around us like an unending marching band showing no sign in stopping. The news. What is it today? Is it news on Covid? Are we hearing how many people we have lost in our country, in our world? It seems to never end. Turn the TV on every morning, walk through your kitchen and ask Alexa to play the news. How many more people lost their lives? How many people are waiting and hoping for the vaccine? Then, a commercial. It seems to play louder than the program we were just hearing. Good grief, why does it need to be so loud? So, what is on the commercial slate for today? Is it a commercial of lawyers, urging you call if you have been negatively affected by a medication

you have taken? Is it a commercial about how your skin is aging and what you absolutely need to do to the remedy it and by the way, do it now! You don’t have a minute to lose if you’re not going to become an old goat walking around this world actually showing people that you have been here for a while, thank the Lord. Or perhaps, you watch and hear the commercial that seems to be 15 minutes long, you know the one, it’s about how many dogs are unloved, uncared for, suffering, starving and alone. The news continues to crash in our ears as we listen. Trump, Biden, left, right, please make it stop, it is exhausting our souls. We have sounds from our job, in our own house, kids complaining that life is not being fair right now. They can’t physically go to school; they can’t go out and do the fun things that they used to do. So very unfair, they’re life is so very unfair. And you hear it, your ears sting with thoughts of possibly, “you don’t know how

lucky you actually are” or you hear yourself say for the hundredth time, “things will go back to normal soon.” Too many sounds. Way too many. But what if we took the time to step away from all those sounds and find a place, a space, to just listen to hear nothing from around us, but work on a quiet place within us. Impossible? No, it is there waiting for us. I wake this morning with an unusual empty house. Quiet is all around. Nice. So nice. Then, that ol’ crashing wave again. I lay listing all my woes, everything on the to-do list, and everything that I can’t fix. Then I realize, that it is just more noise. Stop girl, time to just stop. So, lots of deep breathes, let me ground myself, let me hear quiet, instead of sounds. So, after much effort and several minutes, it’s happening. I can hear the quiet. My mind is starting to calm and seems to take off a too-tight seat belt that you sometimes feel in the car when you hit the brakes. For

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me, it sounded like this. I could hear my breathing. I could hear my aching heart thanking me for union break. Then, my mind went deeper. I could hear the blowing wind of the graveyard where my father-in-law was laid to rest in April, stupid Covid. I could hear that wind that day in my mind. It sounds like the earth breathing, like big gulps of cold, fresh air from its ancient lungs. Thank you old wind for the calm. I hear that sound. I hear the sound of my husband’s hand rubbing my arm; his hands, finger nails and all, are scratchy, dry, weathered from work and life, and the rubbing sound on my arm that he is making is rough, and beautiful to me. I can hear the sound in my mind of music from the church I used to physically sit it, preCovid, and it is solemn, reverent, and connecting. Is that now the sound of my soul? The soul I have been carrying around since birth? The one that I shut out because it’s too buried under life’s noise? What would you be able to

hear if you shut out the noise? The distant recollection of your grandfather’s voice? The incredible sound of joy when you held your baby for the first time, when the hospital room went silent in your head, and you could hear love, actually hear it, like angels singing from a new little baby in your arms. Can you hear your faith deep inside? Try, is speaking. Mine is saying, ‘you are held by something so much larger; I’ve got you, relax. How lovely all these things continued on page 14

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Colorectal Cancer: Screening and Prevention

By Chris Bauer MD arch was first declared National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month by President Clinton in February of 2020. Since that time colorectal cancer advocacy, research, and awareness has increased dramatically. Colorectal cancer is any cancerous condition that affects the large intestine or rectum. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third most common cause of cancer death in females and in men. It is the second leading cause of death. Becoming knowledgeable about colorectal cancer is essential for everyone’s wellbeing. There are many genetic and environmental factors that can increase a person’s risk for colorectal cancer. A family medical history of Lynch syndrome or other colonic polyp syndromes does confer a significant risk for people to develop colon cancer. Many times, genetic testing and meeting with a genetic counselor can determine if a person is a carrier for these genetic cancer syndromes. Additionally, inflammatory bowel diseases such ulcerative colitis and Crohns Disease show a strong connection with colorectal cancer. Several lifestyle factors such as smoking, alcohol use, and increased BMI all are factors that confer a higher risk of getting colorectal cancer. Increased consumption of processed meat and red meat have also been shown to increase one’s risk of getting colorectal cancer. Just as there are many risk factors for colorectal cancer, there are also many protective factors that can assist people in lowering their risk of getting colorectal cancer. Having a healthy diet and regular physical exercise are two of the greatest preventative measures one can take to lower their risk of getting colorectal cancer. Planned walking routines as

well as building more activity such as having more steps in your daily life are just some of the ways to accomplish this. However, the mechanism is unknown as to why increased levels of aerobic physical activity causes people to have lower levels of colorectal cancer. Additionally, what we consume in our diet also plays a tremendous role in our odds of developing colorectal cancer. Personal diets that are high in fruits and vegetables are essential in doing this. Taking fiber daily, increasing daily vitamin B6 intake, and adding calcium supplementation and dairy products in your diet also can be quite helpful. Colorectal cancer can be treated most successfully if it is identified early. It is particularly important that the warning signs of early cancer are discussed. Screening for colorectal is essential in diagnosing asymptomatic people with cancer. The most common symptom of this cancer is a change in bowel habits. Other common symptoms of colorectal cancers include abdominal pain, blood in the stool and unexplained iron deficient anemia. Abdominal bloating and extreme nausea and vomiting are signs of advanced disease. Screening for colorectal cancer is a major preventative care initiative in the United States. Screening is recommended beginning at age 45 to 50 years of age depending on which guidelines are used. Additionally, if a close relative had colorectal cancer or you have had another type of cancer screening may need to be initiated earlier. The most common way to screen for colorectal cancer is by getting a colonoscopy. A colonoscopy is when a small camera is placed in the large intestine and small colonic polyps are removed or documented for further therapy. Other screening methods include testing stool samples for blood

and analyzing stool samples for different immunochemical particles that may indicate the presence of cancer. People should discuss with their physician which screening test is right for them based on their individual medical history. By raising colorectal cancer awareness and by getting timely colorectal screening tests we can lower the rate of this deadly disease in New Jersey.

Sound Bytes continued from page 12 sound. They are treasures and gifts that we jeopardize losing is we continually let our lives be overthrown with other sounds. These sound gems are sustaining, restoring, and renewing. What an amazing practice it would be if we all could find that place, that space in each of us to hear sounds that don’t create worry and concern, but create calm, love, and peace. That the more we sit within our own quiet, the easier it will be to hear those sounds and connect to your core, your breathe, your heart. This is not an easy practice, I know. But crucial to our human experience. So off goes the Tv this morning, off goes Alexa, off goes news radio and everything else that is life-sucking, soul-sucking, noise. For even if it is a small amount of time and space that we can find a place for this tapping into our human sounds, our heart sound, or life sounds, lets us count them as gems from deep within our own personal earth, like the sound of a gentle, quiet underground stream ever flowing for that is the true sounds of our lives.

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“Adjust the Procedure’ Robert Massimi Member Dramatists Guild and The Drama League. any of the current virtual plays being produced are thrown together and seem willy nilly, however, “ Adjust the Procedure” was written for and directed for virtual theater. In its efforts, Jake Shore makes better work of it than the virtual as usual style I have seen so far. Set on a university campus somewhere in lower Manhattan, New York (the play mentions Chamber Street); there are four characters, all of whom are affiliated with the university. These four characters have different personalities which adds to the many different positions that they take. The play is set in Zoom meetings with sometimes two characters, other times three actors and for a brief period, with all four being on the call. The crux of the play shows us the inner workings of a university; how universities are a very big business. With the COVID pandemic, we see four different points of view as how to deal with the many problems this pandemic has caused. In Kyle (Adam Files) we see a professor who is hoping to get tenured. As a former adjunct professor, Kyle is bitter about the academia and the way some teachers are treated. Kyle has a deep understanding of the system, yet he is always bucking with that very system that employs him. After losing a student to an apparent suicide, and even more students to deportation, Kyle is perturbed at both his school and

the people that run it. It seems that the Health and Wellness Center at the school has been outsourced and this has caused many problems with the student body, yet it saves the university money by doing it. Jake Shore who wrote and directed this play brings forth many of the problems people feel during this crisis; some people blame the politicians; others blame the boredom of everyday life under the pandemic. Shore banters about these issues through the eyes of not only the four characters but by their different points of view. For the most part the characters are not known for being liberal nor conservative but by being pro university or not being so. While we get the impression that the Dean, Frank (Ed Altman) is more conservative than Kyle, the politics are never front and center in this play. In the era of virtual theater, “Adjust the Procedure” is a decent play. Not without its flaws, (the story can be slow at times and the actors being remote are limited in their movements), Jake Shore does a better job writing the play than directing it. While Frank is more animated, he still struggles to be believable; Nicholas Miles Newton’s, (Ben) less is more character works better here. While it is difficult to project a true acting style on virtual theater, Megan Moses delivers a direct yet mysterious tone too her role. While “Adjust the Procedure” has some flaws, it is the best virtual piece I have seen so far.

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Lucky Shamrock Cookies

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at 375 F for 11-24 minutes until the edges of the cookies are light brown. Cool on a wire rack before devouring. With so much mixing and scooping to be done, this is a great recipe for kids to get involved in the kitchen, too. One of the best parts is the eye-catching color. Watch children’s smiling little faces as the batter turns from light brown to dark green for a priceless reaction. After being perfectly baked, these cookies are bright, fun and will be the hit of any celebration. Soft in the middle, a little crisp on the edges and as green as can be. You can’t ask for much more on St. Patrick’s Day. Find more recipes, celebration ideas and dessert favorites for every occasion at Culinary.net. Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies Servings: 24-32 2 1/2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup butter, softened 1 1/4 cups sugar

2 eggs 30 drops green food coloring 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 1 package (12 ounces) chocolate chips Heat oven to 375 F. In large bowl, mix flour, baking soda and salt until blended. Set aside. In medium bowl, beat butter and sugar until combined. Add eggs, food coloring and peppermint extract; beat until combined.

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A Protein Twist for Tasty Family Meals

n those busy evenings when brainstorming a meal the whole family agrees on seems like a tall task, turning to a versatile protein can open a bevy of options. The next time your loved ones are stuck in a dinnertime rut, discover the versatility of veal to present a list of new meal possibilities. Pairing your favorite traditional mealtime flavors with veal can allow you to uncover family-friendly dishes with familiar taste. Add excitement to the weekly menu with a recipe like these Crunchy Buffalo Baked Veal Cutlet Sandwiches, which offers the classic combination of Buffalo sauce and blue cheese in a dish that requires less than an hour in the kitchen. Thin veal cutlets are dredged in flour, hot sauce and breadcrumbs before hitting the oven. Once baked, the cutlets are added to your favorite type of roll and topped with blue cheese broccoli slaw and as much additional Buffalo sauce as you desire for a flavor-packed meal your loved ones can savor together. Find more ways to discover veal’s versatil-

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In bowl of food processor, pulse panko and blue cheese crumbles until combined. Transfer mixture to plate. Pat veal cutlets dry with paper towels. Dredge one veal cutlet in seasoned flour then coat with hot sauce and butter mixture. Place cutlet on top of panko blue cheese crumbs and gently press down to coat one side. Turn cutlet over and press down again gently to coat, including edges. Place on pre-

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Give Spring Salads a Fresh Spin

ith spring and warmer weather comes salad season, offering a perfect canvas for creating refreshing meals and appetizers centered around tasty greens, juicy tomatoes and crave-worthy dressings. Give your salads an update by avoiding the same tired mixes and instead create tasty meals fit for the season. One easy way to up your salad game is by starting with quality ingredients like Fresh Express salad blends, NatureSweet Cherubs Tomatoes and Litehouse refrigerated salad dressings. These fresh, flavorful ingredients can be combined in a dish like this Chimichurri Chickpea Salad, a perfect way to go green this spring for nearly any occasion. Part of the appeal of dishing up a homemade salad is the unlimited options you have at your fingertips to make the bowl of greens uniquely “yours.” For many, this means one thing: the more toppings, the better. With grilled chicken, crispy bacon, tomatoes, ripe avocado, hard-boiled eggs,

blue cheese and a bed of fresh lettuce, this classic Cobb Salad offers an ideal lunch or even a quick family meal. Because both these recipes can be made in 20 minutes or less, they provide simple solutions when short on time. Plus, the fresh ingredients sum up everything spring meals are made of. Find more ways to create easy yet delicious salads at litehousefoods.com/ iheartsalad. Chimichurri Chickpea Salad Total time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 1 cup fresh cilantro 2/3 cup fresh parsley 2 tablespoons dried oregano 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 2/3 cup olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 can (14 1/2 ounces) chickpeas, drained

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 bag Fresh Express Baby Kale Mix 1 cup NatureSweet Cherubs Tomatoes, diced 1 medium avocado, diced 4tablespoons Litehouse Avocado Ranch Dressing In food processor, combine cilantro, parsley, oregano, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper. Pulse until sauce is smooth. Place chimichurri sauce in small bowl with chickpeas and crushed red pepper flakes; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight, if possible. Divide kale, tomatoes and avocado between four bowls. Top each bowl evenly with marinated chickpeas. Drizzle with avocado ranch dressing and serve. Cobb Salad Total time: 20 minutes Servings: 4 3-4 eggs

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A Saint Patrick’s Day Story

By Richard Mabey Jr. n the Summer of 1905, Catherine Cavanaugh, a saddened widow with a six-year-old daughter, Bertha, left Cork County Ireland to come to America. At age 27, Catherine was pretty much alone in the world. Both of her parents had passed away. She had no aunts and uncles in Ireland. But, her mother’s sister, Shannon, lived in America with Shannon’s husband, Patrick McNulty. What calls thy heart to leave hearth and home? What stirs thy veins to dream of finding a new start in life? For my great grandmother, Catherine Cavanaugh, the call came in the form of a series of letters from her Aunt Shannon, who lived in the Delawanna section of Clifton, New Jersey. We think of bravery as the heart of the soldier, walking in the front line, charging across the field of Gettysburg. Or, the astronaut aboard a rocket headed for the far reaches of space. Or, our nation’s founding fathers, standing tall and proud for liberty. Yet, there lies in heart, a kind of quiet and tranquil and steadfast bravery. The immense courage of the immigrant who left hearth and home of their country, knowing that

they would never return, to come to this place of promise, they only knew as America. Such was the heart-felt bravery of my dear great grandmother as she boarded ship, holding her daughter in one hand and her two steerage class tickets in her other hand. One single trunk, was all Catherine Cavanaugh had to bring all the earthly possessions of herself and her young daughter. The steerage class was the lowest living quarters for a passenger crossing the vast Atlantic. It was the lowest deck of the ship, where the cargo was stored. The food for steerage class passengers was horrible. And, drinking water was not plentiful. Steerage class accommodations were usually terribly overcrowded. But for my great grandmother, one thing kept her strong as she crossed the Atlantic with her little daughter, my grandmother. And, that one thing was the hope of a better life. Aunt Shannon wrote her niece, Catherine, many letters of the many factory jobs in Clifton and Paterson. This place called New Jersey, offered new hope for Catherine.

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Expert Tips for Welcoming a Kitten

ostering kittens and cats has risen in popularity during these unprecedented times, and many pet lovers are becoming fosters to help overcrowded animal shelters. Fostering a kitten can be a fun and exciting time, but it may also come with a learning curve. Among the 43% of respondents to a Royal Canin survey, who have fostered a pet, 6 in 10 have “foster failed” and permanently adopted the pet they were fostering. Most pet owners who responded also agree the first year of pet ownership is the most important, but 64% believe it is the most difficult, as well. Whether you’re fostering or adopting a kitten, learn how to give your kitten proper care during her first weeks and months with you with this advice from the experts at Royal Canin. Photo courtesy of Getty Images Arriving Home The new sights, sounds and smells in your home, and the separation from her mother, may make your kitten feel stressed. Keeping the environment calm and quiet can ease the transition. When you arrive home, put the cat carrier in the room you’ve prepared for the kitten with the kitten still inside, allowing her to get acclimated before opening the door. Then allow the kitten to explore a closed-off area. Resist the urge to cuddle your kitten right away. As your kitten gains confidence in its new surroundings, she will want to explore more. Make sure the environment is prepared with electrical wires and outlets covered; windows, balconies and stairs secured; and small or sharp objects put away so she can safely explore with your supervision. If there are possible hazards, a designated room with windows and plenty of social contact for the first few weeks may be better. Creating a Safe Place Kittens can tire easily. After a little exploration time, give your kitten access to a bed in a

cozy, quiet place with access to water, food and a litter box. Turning out the light helps establish sleep patterns, but on the first night you might want to leave a night light on to help with the adjustment. Provide somewhere quiet to eat. This should be somewhere your kitten feels secure, away from where you and any other pets eat. Cats don’t like to eat too near their litter boxes and should always have fresh water available. As kittens grow rapidly, their digestive and immune systems develop slowly and they have specific nutritional needs that are different from adult cats. Any sudden changes in your kitten’s diet can cause digestive trouble, so for the first few days, keep the same feeding routine as the previous caretaker. You can slowly switch to a different routine, if you choose, and transition to kitten food suitable for the appropriate growth stage. For example, Royal Canin Kitten formulas are tailor-made with optimal vitamins and minerals to support healthy development. Ongoing Care Your kitten should see a veterinarian as soon as possible. In addition to a general health check, your vet can help you create a vaccination schedule and give advice on deworming, nutrition and more. Always use a carrier to transport your kitten safely while in the car and into the vet’s office. Gradually introducing your kitten to new experiences can help with socialization. New sounds can startle a kitten, so be ready to offer plenty of reassurance. You may also need to introduce new terrain like stairs or unfamiliar surfaces. Gentle play and careful handling can help your kitten become more comfortable with being touched. Learn more about proper cat nutrition and how to create a welcoming home at royalcanin.com. (Family Features)

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5 Hobbies to Keep Your Body and Mind Healthy and Happy

s the pandemic continues to restrict many of the places you are able or inclined to go, finding ways to stay active is important for keeping the body and mind healthy and happy. Here are some ideas for new hobbies to try. • Learn a language: Bonjour! ¡Hola! With an array of online language classes and tutorials available at your fingertips, learning a new language is more accessible than ever. Start now while you fantasize about a post-pandemic vacation overseas. • Play an instrument: Learning to play an instrument is not only a great distraction for the current moment, it can provide you with years of joy as your skill develops. Consider starting your musical journey on a Casiotone keyboard. By connecting the keyboard to the free Chordana Play app, you can easily learn to play your favorite songs from downloaded MIDI files. Once you’ve mastered the instrument, the portability of the keyboard will come in handy, whether you play solo or join a band. • Become a home chef: From sushi to souﬄé to dumplings, there are likely a range of dishes you have never attempt-

ed making at home. Tackle your culinary bucket list, one-by-one. • Go hiking: There is no better hobby for staying fit and communing with nature than hiking, which works every muscle of the body, boosts cardiovascular health and even improves mood and mental well-being. Track your hike using a wearable tech tool geared for outdoor enthusiasts, such as a watch from the Casio’s Pro Trek line. Quad Sensor technology packs all the measurements you need into one compact hiking watch, including a compass, altitude/barometer and temperature measurements, along with an accelerometer that tracks step count. Calorie calculations use both step count and altitude information to take upgrades and downgrades into consideration, and data is recorded by the Pro Trek connected app. • Volunteer: At a time when many people are struggling, consider volunteering your time to serve those in need. There are plenty of safe, socially distant volunteer opportunities, from delivering meals to the homebound, to video conferencing with socially isolated seniors to helping

boost adult literacy via remote tutoring. Amid the ongoing pandemic, staying busy and positive may take creativity.

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3 Pandemic Travel Trends That May Stick Around

OVID-19 has challenged families in different ways, and many had to cancel or reschedule trips during the pandemic due to travel restrictions, which meant missing out on quality time with loved ones and the mental health and selfcare benefits of going on vacation. Although 61% of families had a trip canceled due to the pandemic in 2020, travel is still top of mind as 82% of families already have travel plans in mind for 2021, according to the 2021 Vrbo Trend Report. The report, which includes vacation rental marketplace data as well as survey data from family travelers, also revealed some travel habits that arose during the pandemic are likely to remain popular this year. “Let’s face it, the pandemic makes it tough to predict what travel will look like in 2021,” said Melanie Fish, Vrbo’s travel expert. “That’s why we combined search and demand trends with a first-of-its-kind traveler survey of U.S. families. The combination gives us the most accurate picture possible of the plans families are making.” Consider these pandemic-era trends as you make your vacation plans moving forward: Staying in the Driver’s Seat With travel restrictions and social distancing guidelines in place throughout much of 2020, many families opted to avoid flying

and visiting crowded places by instead jumping in the car to hit the open road. This trend is likely to continue in 2021 with 59% of families saying they are more likely to drive instead of fly on their next trip. A change of scenery can be refreshing and motivating after staring at the same four walls in your home, so consider taking a road trip and exploring a new destination, even if it’s just down the road from home. Mixing Work and Play Many people were forced to adapt to working from home or facilitating e-learning for their children due to COVID-19. While turning homes into makeshift offices or classrooms wasn’t an easy task for many families, the schedule flexibility provided by the remote setup allowed for the rise of the “flexcation” – mixing vacation time with virtual work and school. In fact, 1 in 3 families surveyed said they were able to travel because they were working from home, and 52% of those who took a flexcation during the pandemic found the experience refreshing with 67% saying they would do it again. Another benefit of flexcations is experiencing amenities you may not have access to at home. Consider some of Vrbo’s most sought-after amenities and vacation spots when planning your next getaway: Splash in the sun in Cape Coral, Florida where 92% of vacation rentals have pools.

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Cook over an open fire in Sevierville, Tennessee, where barbecue grills are included at 87% of vacation homes. Cozy up by the fire with a book and some hot chocolate in Steamboat Springs, Colorado where fireplaces are an amenity offered in 87% of vacation rentals. Seeking Wide Open Spaces Many travelers gravitate toward vacationing in peaceful and picturesque destinations,

and the open sky, fresh air and scenic views may be even more appealing amid the pandemic. According to the report, 61% of U.S. families said they are more likely to visit an outdoorsy destination than an urban one and 54% are more likely to head to a national park than an amusement park. Find more ideas for planning your next vacation – or flexcation – along with the full Trend Report at vrbo.com. (Family Features)

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to design. This uncluttered sensibility allows you to focus on key elements of a room that are impactful yet edited. To achieve this look, build your palette around slate-like hues of gray and blue, such as Gothic Iron or a cooler take on slate with Magic Fountain. Options like Silent White and Abstract Gray lend neutral warmth while an earthy burgundy like Red Tulip or the deep, not-quite-black tones of Midnight Stroll are ideal for creating a focal point. Creative Escape This palette of mid-tone colors with artistic qualities may be best suited for someone who embraces traditional crafting techniques and delights in working with his or her hands. Striking slate blue Midnight Oil is reminiscent of waves crashing in the dark of night while Subtle Gray offers a softer take on the slate-like tones. As the name suggests, Fiddlehead Fern brings lush vegetation to mind while Act Naturally and Caramel Apple deliver pops of color consistent with streaks of an orange-kissed sunset. The most subtle of this collection, Beach Cottage, features a slightly peach-to-pinkish tint that gives unique character to a neutral selection. Any color in these palettes can be selected and ordered from the comfort of your home online using in-store pickup, curbside pickup or delivery from your local store. Start with color samples to test your colors on your walls in different locations and under different lighting then order your gallons and painting supplies when you’re ready to complete your project. Find more inspiration and all the supplies you need to transform your space with paint at acehardware.com. (Family Features)

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5 Ways to Help Prevent the Spread of Illness

his year, as cold and flu season converges with the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to take precautions to help prevent the spread of illness and infection both in and out of the home. The similarities between cold, flu and COVID-19 symptoms can be confusing, and a spike in the seasonal flu could place additional strain on already tight health care resources. To help ease confusion and provide guidance, Dr. Darria Long-Gillespie, ER physician and Clorox spokesperson, outlined these best practices that can help keep you and your family healthy. Develop a Household Plan: Make sure everyone in your household and immediate family is on the same page about how to best prevent the spread of illness within your home. Consider an informal “household contract,” where each member will alert the household if he or she comes in contact with an infected person or starts showing symptoms. This is important to help protect everyone in the house as well as visitors to your home, particularly those who are at-risk (such as older relatives) and can allow you time to prepare should any family member need to self-quarantine. Don’t Skip the Flu Shot: Your first line of protection against illness is a flu shot, which not only reduces your risk of getting the flu, but also helps protect your community and conserve health care resources. This is especially important this year, since some of the symptoms of COVID-19 and the flu overlap and can be difficult to tell apart. Because accessing the flu vaccine may be more challenging this year for many Americans due to the pandemic, Clorox has donated $1 million to Direct Relief, Visiting Nurses Association of America and

Families Fighting Flu to help provide access to, and spread awareness of, the importance of flu vaccinations. Maintain Regular Healthy Habits: One of the best defenses is a good offense, and the same is true when preparing for cold and flu season. Aiming for a well-balanced diet full of non-processed foods, staying hydrated, exercising and keeping a regular sleep schedule are all keys to keeping illness at bay. Disinfecting high-touch surfaces with a disinfectant that’s approved by the Environmental Protection Agency to kill SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can also help support prevention, especially if you have members of the household leaving frequently for work or school. Attend Necessary Medical Appointments: It’s important for you and your family to attend annual physical exams and other necPhoto courtesy of Getty Images essary medical appointments – whether it’s virtually or while following appropriate safety precautions in person. These checkups are crucial for keeping up to date on your prescriptions and general well-being, identifying any potential medical issues and monitoring recurring issues. Contact your doctor’s office to see if it is open for in-person or telehealth appointments in order to make the best decision for receiving care for you and your family. Create Prevention Packs: Keep illness prevention items, such as face masks, hand sanitizer, disposable gloves and disinfecting wipes, in one centralized spot at home. Also keep additional kits in easy-to-reach areas like the center console of your vehicle or inside your purse or backpack for when you’re on the go. Find more tips for fighting illness this cold and flu season at Clorox.com. (Family Features)

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6 Things to Know About GMOs

ou may have heard of “GMO” foods before, but what you may not know is the science and purpose behind them. “GMO” is a common term used to describe foods that have been created through genetic engineering. A GMO (genetically modified organism) is a plant, animal or microorganism that has had its genetic material (DNA) changed using technology that generally involves the transfer of specific DNA from one organism to another. Although GMO foods are widely available to consumers, there is sometimes confusion around what GMOs are and how they are used in the United States’ food supply. As part of the Feed Your Mind education initiative, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides science-based information to help consumers better understand GMOs: Only a few types of GMO foods are sold in the United States. Soybeans, cotton, corn, alfalfa, apples, canola, papaya, potatoes, summer squash, sugar beets, pineapple and AquAdvantage salmon complete the list of GMO foods currently sold in the U.S. Only a few of these are available in the produce sections of grocery stores. Most are instead used to make ingredients that are then used in other food products like cereals and snack chips. GMOs can help farmers grow crops that are resistant to diseases and insects. Humans have used traditional ways to modify crops and animals to suit their needs and tastes for more than 10,000 years. Genetic engineering lets scientists take a beneficial gene, like insect resistance, and transfer it into a plant. Results can include higher crop yields, less crop loss, longer storage life, better appearance, better nutrition or some combination of these traits. GMO foods are as safe to eat as their non-GMO counterparts. The FDA, U.S. Environmen-

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tal Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Agriculture work together to make sure GMOs are safe for human, plant and animal health. GMO foods are carefully studied before being sold to the public to make sure they are safe. Some GMO plants have even been modified to improve their nutritional value. For example, some GMO soybeans contain healthier oils, which can replace oils containing trans fat. GMO foods are no more likely to cause allergies than non-GMOs. You will not be allergic to a GMO food unless you’re allergic to the non-GMO version of that food. For example, if you’re not allergic to foods made with nonGMO soy, you won’t be allergic to foods made with GMO soy. When developing GMOs, scientists run tests to make sure allergens aren’t

transferred from one food to another. GMOs can reduce farmers’ use of pesticides. Some GMO plants contain plant-incorporated protectants to make them resistant to insects. This lowers farmers’ need for and use of spray pesticides. A “bioengineered” disclosure will be on some of the foods you eat. The National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard requires bioengineered foods to be labeled by 2022 with text on the packages that reads “bioengineered food,” the bioengineered food symbol or directions for using your phone to find the disclosure. Sometimes the terms “bioengineered,” “GMO” and “genetic engineering” are used interchangeably, but labels required under the Standard use the term “bioengineered.” Find more answers to your questions about GMOs at fda.gov/feedyourmind. (Family Features)

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Take Advantage of Telemedicine for Better Health

f there is a silver lining to the challenges the past year created for families, it may be the growth, availability and affordability of virtual care for medical and mental health needs. The ability to see a doctor from home, with little notice, offers a level of flexibility in accessing health care that was historically quite rare. Virtual care, or telemedicine, can span a wide range of services to address a family’s health needs without going to a doctor’s office and provides easy access to experts and specialists via phone and video. Plus, telemedicine services are covered by most insurance providers. “Telemedicine is a safe and practical way to access health care for the entire family,” said Dr. Desreen N. Dudley, a clinical psychologist and behavioral health quality consultant for Teladoc. “For example, Teladoc has thousands of care providers across all 50 states that let members quickly connect with a doctor or specialist who can provide peace of mind any hour of the day or night.” From care for specific illnesses to managing ongoing concerns, learn how accessing telemedicine might be a good fit for

your family’s health care needs. Everyday Illnesses In the past, if your doctor’s office couldn’t get you in to help treat conditions like allergies, sinus infections or other common illnesses, urgent care was one of your few remaining options. Now, virtual care can be increasingly relied upon to conveniently address non-emergency needs and everyday illnesses in place of urgent care. Specialty Care Even with a referral, it can take weeks or months to get an appointment with some specialists. One example is dermatology. Instead of waiting months to be seen by a dermatologist, with a virtual provider, you can seek and receive treatment a matter of hours. Mental Health As a result of the pandemic and related social implications, many organizations are reporting substantial upticks in requests for mental health support and anticipate telemedicine will outlive the pandemic. In fact, phone and video visits for mental health have been shown to be as effective as in-person treatment, according to the Telemental Health Institute.

Wellness Care Most people think of their health needs in terms of reactive care for known problems, but it can also be useful for wellness care, such as nutrition. With more families cooking meals at home during the pandemic, registered dietitians can pro-

vide virtual consultations to help ensure everyone, including family members with special dietary needs, receives proper nutrients. Expert Advice If you’re unsure about a diagnosis, need continued on page 29

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continued from page 28 help choosing treatment, have medical questions or concerns, or want an expert’s advice or second opinion, some virtual care providers can connect you with leading specialists to give you the answers and confidence you need to make informed decisions about your family’s health. Learn more about how virtual care may work for your family at Teladoc.com. Take Charge of Your Mental Health Between virtual school, safe playdates and working from home, lives have been interrupted in countless ways by the COVID-19 pandemic. Among those is the impact on mental health. These tips from Dudley can help make your mental health a priority. Engage in self-care. Self-care should be prioritized along with your work or family priorities. Make time to reconnect with family and friends by phone or video chat and allow kids to do the same. Remember

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asking for help, including seeking mental health counseling, is a form of self-care, too. Change expectations. Give yourself and your family grace, embrace flexibility and let go of your pursuit of perfection. Be patient and give yourself a “timeout” when challenges arise. For example, wait to address kids’ negative behaviors until you are less frustrated and stop apologizing for things like children making noise in the background of calls. Keep a structured routine. Even if your regular schedule is off due to virtual school or other factors, maintaining routines like regular bedtimes allows for more time to get things done and unwind. Similarly, focus on your responsibilities during the day then catch up with kids and non-essential activities after work hours. (Family Features)

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Simple Self-Care Tips You’ll Love

hen easing into a new year, many experts encourage more self-care. From paying more attention to your mental health to pampering yourself from head to toe, now is the perfect time to start showing yourself a little extra love. Make time to decompress. The past year shows that every rose comes with thorns, like working from home or legitimately needing to shop online. Managing a work-home balance may be harder than ever and late deliveries can make those online orders a real headache. Add the challenge of staying healthy, less social interaction and worries about the economy, and stress is probably a constant in many lives. That’s why it’s important to take a step back and unwind. Lock yourself away for 30 minutes of quiet time so you can let those stress endorphins settle down. Read a book, listen to music, meditate or simply be, without interruptions or demands. Keep up familiar routines. Even if you’re sticking closer to home, skipping your normal beauty routines can throw you off your game. Make it a point to get dressed and ready for a day as if you’re planning to be out and about. Looking your best can translate into feeling your best, and

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Upgrade Your Home, Downgrade Energy Usage he best home upgrades not only make spaces more livable and energy-efficient but are also cost-effective. Making energy-efficient improvements is a savvy way to save money on utility bills, curb energy usage and add to the house’s value. Consider a variety of home improvement projects, both big and small, that can reduce the financial burden of maintaining your home throughout the year and improve energy efficiency. Add Insulation A cost-effective way to save on heating and cooling bills is adding a layer of insulation in the attic where heat loss is typically greatest due to hot air rising. While many newer homes are adequately insulated, those that are several decades old (or older) may benefit from an upgrade in not only the attic but other common problem areas where air can escape such as basements, crawl spaces, fireplaces and ductwork. Seal Doors and Windows Windows and doors are common culprits for energy loss. While a complete replacement of doors and windows can be pricey, adding exterior caulk and weather stripping to fill in gaps where air can escape around these openings can make a noticeable difference for a fraction of the cost and make it cheaper to heat and cool your home. Install Skylights

Skylights are a cost-effective option for transforming any room in the home with natural light while also delivering energy-saving benefits. For example, Sun Tunnel Skylights from Velux can be installed in as little as 90 minutes and funnel natural light from the roof through the attic and into the room below with an aesthetic that resembles recessed lighting. Customizable with six diffuser film styles to complement interior design, the skylights can make a home more energy-efficient by reducing reliance on artificial lighting. An optional daylight controller makes it easy for homeowners to adjust natural light entering a room, and a solar nightlight provides a moon-like guiding light at night. Installed with the solar nightlight, the skylights qualify for a 26% federal tax credit on solar property. Add Reﬂective Window Film When the sun shines through windows, it can heat up the home’s interior quickly and trigger the air conditioner to turn on. Window coverings, such as blackout curtains, can help, but adding low-e reflective window film to your windowpanes, particularly southern-facing ones, can provide an additional shield from the sun’s hot rays and reduce energy costs. Install a Programmable Thermostat A programmable thermostat is an efficient way to control the climate inside your home, and those with smart technology take programming to a whole new level. To-

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Todd Behnken Earns Top Awards

ouglas Radford, President of Realty Executives Exceptional Realtors is proud to announce and congratulate Broker Associate Todd Behnken on achieving the New Jersey Realtors (NJR) Circle of Excellence Gold Award for the sixth consecutive year. “Todd consistently shows the highest degree of care to his clients. This achievement and recognition has been earned through Todd’s dedication and hard work and is well deserved. We are truly honored to have Todd associated with our company,” stated Radford. In addition, Todd in 2020, earned the Realtor equivalent of the lifetime achievement award from NJR, the prestigious Distinguished Sales Award. This award recognizes the best of the best in the real estate industry for achieving a Circle of Excellence award for 10 consecutive years. Todd’s performance and work ethic is appreciated by his clients. Todd has been voted by NJ Monthly Magazine as a 5 Star Top Award winner for Exceptional Service in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.

For more information, or to reach Todd, call his mobile at 201-247-8665 or the Wayne Realty Executives Branch Office located at 1501 Hamburg Turnpike at 973-696-8800. Visit the Company website: www.RealtyExecutives.com or visit Facebook at www.Facebook.com/RealtyExecutivesNJ.

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Joan LaGreca Award Recipient

ouglas Radford, President of Realty Executives Exceptional Realtors is pleased to announce that Realtor Associate Joan LaGreca has once again earned the prestigious New Jersey Realtors (NJR) Circle of Excellence Silver Award for 2020. According to Radford “Joanie puts her heart and soul into helping her clients achieve their dreams. It is no surprise that she achieves greatness year after year. She is extremely knowledgeable on the local real estate market as well as caring and compassionate with her clients. I have a tremendous amount of respect for Joanie and congratulate her on being a local industry leader”. Joan’s consistent accomplishments were also recognized in 2019 when she was honored by the state Realtor Association with the Distinguished Sales Award. This Award recognizes only the most consistent, best of the best Realtors in New Jersey. Joan recognizes the importance of continuing her real estate knowledge through educational designations and has earned both the Accredited Buyer’s Representative designation and the Broker Price Opinion Resource designation. “I am very excited to receive the “2020” NJ REALTORS® Circle of Excellence Award.

A big thank you to Realty Executives Exceptional Realtors , All my Clients, Family and Friends for supporting me through 2020. I could not have done any of this without you all. Thank you for your business and I look forward to working with you all again in 2021,” states LaGreca. If you are looking for an outstanding Realtor, Joan, she can be reached on her mobile phone at 973-725-8810 or at the Realty Executives Wayne Branch Office located at 1501 Hamburg Turnpike at 973-696-8800. For more information, please visit the Company website: www.RealtyExecutivesNJ. com or their Facebook page www.Facebook.com/RealtyExecutivesNJ.

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