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THIS WEEK’S REVIEW
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Welcome to the last Rim Review of 2012. We hope you have enjoyed the past 52 weeks of this publication. It has been a joy to bring it to you. It is our opportunity to feature the many great entertainment opportunities available to Rim Country residents and visitors. With the Review we are able to share the history of the area with columns from Stan Brown and Tim Ehrhardt and give you ideas for travel by Ken Brooks. Once a month perhaps we inspire you with the column provided by Simone Lake. We hope the food feature helps plan a meal or two on occasion and the reviews by Andy McKinney and Katie Schouten encourage you to get out and see a movie a couple of times a month — or more. On occasion we have also had a chance to feature the poetry of Rim Country writers and the wonderful works by the community’s many gifted and talented artists. Sometimes we falter — forgive our promotion of the Dog Day in Park planned for late September which then was canceled after the feature story built around it was
Holiday tours at Fort Verde State Historic Park Fort Verde State Historic Park will be decorated for the Christmas holiday through Jan. 4, 2013. Visitors can glance into the past and see how those who once resided at Fort Verde celebrated Christmas on the Frontier. Christmas trees and fireplace mantels will be adorned with unique Victorian decorations, while wreaths and garlands help spread the holiday cheer. Fort Verde State Historic Park is the best-preserved example of an Indian Wars period fort in Arizona. Visitors can experience three historic house museums, the Commanding Officer’s Quarters, Bachelors’ Quarters and Doctor’s Quarters on Officer’s Row, all furnished in the 1880s period and holiday grace. These Arizona treasures are currently listed on the National and State Register of Historic Places due to their unique architectural and historic significance. For more information, call (928) 5673275. Fort Verde State Historic Park is located at 125 E. Holloman St. in Camp Verde. Park entrance fee is $5 for adults (ages 14 and older), $2 for youths 7 to 13 and children 6 and younger are free.
already set to run. As you can see from the photo above — my favorite Christmas gift ever, my cocker spaniel, Jolly — we have soft spot in our
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Visit a state park As always, a multitude of activities for the holidays are planned at Arizona State Parks. “First Day” hikes on Jan. 1, 2013 are always popular and you can start booking them now so you can be out walking on New Year’s Day. Discover the local cuisine, go on a wine-tasting party in the Verde Valley, or take fishing poles and spend the week catching bass and trout. You can stay in little cabins at Dead Horse Ranch State Park in Cottonwood, or just get a cot and tent to sleep comfortably while enjoying our hot showers and flush toilets. At one of the Lake Havasu area parks you can rent canoes and kayaks for a sightseeing tour around a lake, rent a wave runner or paddleboard, or simply boat and fish on the water. Plan early and make your camping reservations at www.AZStateParks.com or call (520) 586-2283.
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There’s always something special happening at the library. During Christmas break, it’s Holiday Movie Madness. Mark your calendar for Thursday, Dec. 27 to see “Santa Paws 2, the Santa Pups,” and on Thursday, Jan 3, see “Thunderstruck.” Movies start at 1:30 p.m.
The Payson Jazz Trio, featuring Bob Smolenski on the piano, Mike Buskirk on bass and Gerry Reynolds on drums, will perform at Ayothaya Thai Café, 404 E. Highway 260, Payson, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Thursday and Friday, Dec. 27 and 28.
The Senior Circle of the Payson Regional Medical Center will host another Lunch and Learn program at 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 9 with Dr. Ihor Zakaluzny, who will discuss a healthy liver as well as diseases of the liver and what we can do to promote healthy liver function. The liver helps your body digest food, absorb nutrients and rid itself of toxic substances, purifying your blood. A trip is being planned for early February to BransonFest Out West, February 47. This is a Branson Country Music Festival and more in Mesquite, Nev. Call Renee at (928) 472-9290 for details.
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Enjoy a Movie & Muffin at the Payson Senior Center at 9:15 a.m., Friday, Dec. 28. The movie is “Holiday Inn” (the film in which the song White Christmas was first sung by Bing Crosby). The Payson Senior Center is located at 514 W. Main St.
A Men’s Breakfast for a Buck is at 8 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 5 at Ponderosa Bible Church, 1800 N. Beeline Hwy. The meal this time will include a breakfast burrito, plus a fruit bowl, coffee and juice, all for just $1, prepared by Keith Talley and his crew. Randy Wilcox will then share an exciting message.
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TRAVEL TALK | KEN BROOKS
A PERFECT TRIP — PART 2
The last Travel Talk column was about rant and specialty a la carte restaurant. By taking the MSC Poesia on a cruise from the way, we enjoyed dinner one night in the Genoa, Italy headed for its winter head- a la carte restaurant and I ordered steak. It quarters in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. for the win- was the best piece of meat I have ever eaten, ter Caribbean season. The lovely ship is 968 bar none. feet long and 93,000 gross tons large, carryEach day I would take a couple walks ing 2,500 guests in lower beds. It has a crew around the ship to stretch the legs and of almost 1,000 with duties that include food breathe in the wonderful salt air. We also preparation for passengers and enjoyed the lectures on various crew, housekeeping duties, mainsubjects, plus the three great tenance, security and a host of meals each day. many other functions. At night there was always a The last column covered the splashy Broadway-type stage first section of the 17-day cruise show with plenty of singers, departing Genoa and headed for dancers, acrobats and so on. Barcelona, Spain then CasaWhen the five days were over blanca, Morocco, with an overland and we had sailed south more trip to Marrakech. than 2,600 miles we could feel the After another day at sea, the heat of the Caribbean area. KEN BROOKS MSC Poesia docked in one of the Our first port call in this part of most beautiful islands I have visthe world was in the British island ited in several years, Funchal, Madeira. The of Barbados. We docked just after sunrise city is perched on hills overlooking the sea at Bridgetown. Some of the locals greeted and is really something to behold, especially our ship as we tied up. Soon, passengers at night. After some major sightseeing in began disembarking for their tours. We deFunchal we once again boarded the MSC cided to hire a taxi to take us around the isPoesia and, just as the sun was setting, we land so we could perhaps make more stops sailed away headed south with our next than tours permit. stop at Barbados in the southern Barbados is quite large, with more than Caribbean. This 2,633-mile voyage would 380,000 residents who enjoy the tropical take five sea days. Most of us welcomed this scenery of the beaches and hillsides. The time to rest, relax and get more acquainted British built many homes on Barbados and with the beautiful ship. have, for years, come to the island for rest This was a good time to read two books I and relaxation and a chance to enjoy the brought along and spent most of the time on sunny Caribbean weather. Several film and our balcony so as to hear the ocean sounds, rock stars have or had homes here. I rewhich sometimes made me sleepy. We were member seeing Claudette Colbert here blessed with perfect weather for the some years ago as she was shopping. A taxi transatlantic crossing with warm tempera- showed me her home, which was situated tures that made it feel almost like summer. right on the beach. The seas were also very calm as if we were Most of the beaches look very inviting sailing on a lake. and didn’t seem to be that crowded. On board, the cruise department We were surprised that many little monarranged for a selection of entertainment, keys live here. I think they would be a pest games, the two swimming pools, a wonder- for some residents. ful spa, casino, lectures and much more. I The main source of income in Barbados had a meeting with the hotel manager, is tourism, which is the case for so many of Neven Zdunic, who outlined some of the be- the Caribbean islands. There are direct hind-the-scenes duties performed while we flights from London to Barbados daily and are enjoying the perfect cruising weather. many Brits come here year-round, espeThe crew includes more than 120 mainte- cially in the winter. nance workers, 110 plumbers, 60 electriOur lines were untied late in the aftercians and 54 carpenters. There are noon and we headed for our next Caribbean hundreds of waiters to be found in the two stop an island I had not visited in the past — main dining rooms, the Japanese restau- Guadeloupe. It consists of two main islands,
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Grande Terre and Basse Terre, which are shaped like the wings of a butterfly. The capital is Point-a-Pittre. We docked right in the town. Someone told me that the MSC Poeisa was the largest ship to have ever docked there. In some ways the town looks French with the architecture reminding one of Paris. The town is very clean, the roads all over the island are very good and well kept and the scenery is typical Caribbean tropical, with palm-lined beaches. Beautiful! French is the “national” language, but there are those who speak English so there is no problem here for the English-speaking tourist. I wouldn’t mind spending a few days here sometime. Before we knew it the day had passed and it was time to once again board our ship to cruise overnight to another favorite island in the Caribbean, Charlotte Amalie in St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. This island probably gets more ships than any other in the Caribbean. It is known for very fine resorts and spas, beautiful beaches and some of the best shopping in the Caribbean. The town itself is composed of store after store of tempting items at, some say, very good prices. There are also more than a hundred retail stores located on the dock we were tied to featuring the same goods and pricing. You didn’t even need to go into town if you didn’t want to. We enjoyed a tasty lunch at a typical Caribbean restaurant just off the main street. We tried several items on the menu we had never had before. It was all good! Now, back to the ship for an afternoon’s rest
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after walking about the shopping area in town. Late afternoon we sailed away headed northwest to our last of seven port stops, Freeport in the Bahamas. The distance was 916 miles requiring another delightful day at sea for more rest, reading and relaxing on our balcony. I had already finished the two books I planned to read and used the ship’s library to supply more material. In the early afternoon we docked at Freeport, Bahamas. Since we had never visited here in the past, we booked a ship’s tour, which showed us the main features of the island and people. There are some very large homes nestled along the coast, but some were hit by the hurricane that passed by in late October. As is typical of so many Caribbean islands you find those with great wealth residing in grand homes and then those with little income living as best they can. At sunset we pulled our lines and headed away from Freeport bound for Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. arriving there early the next morning. We enjoyed 17 perfect days of cruising on the MSC Poesia, visiting seven most interesting ports of call. Casablanca and Morocco stand out because I had always wondered what it really looked like after seeing the 1943 movie “Casablanca,” as well as a re-visit to beautiful Barcelona and the four Caribbean islands. The big surprise was the Portuguese island of Madiera and the delightful city of Funchal. It sits 700 miles out into the Atlantic off the North African Coast. Many Europeans visit here during the winter and now I can understand why. The big star was our ship, the MSC Poesia. Beautifully designed and managed by a staff and crew who really care for excellence. You never hear no; only yes! I just received an e-mail stating that the MSC Poesia has opened a newly designed Italian buffet with hours that will please everyone, including dinner from noon until 10 p.m. The MSC Poesia is now cruising the Caribbean for your pleasure this winter from Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. I’m confident you will feel that the ship is special and loaded with pleasure, just as I did. Why not try it soon?
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AT THE MOVIES
THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY
A great and wonderful pleasure What a great and wonderful as the royal rulers of the long livpleasure it is to once again hear ing Elves. Blanchett puts more the liquid syllables of the Elfish emotion and grace into simply tongue delivered by the High pacing back and forth than most Elves themselves. It has been of us could dream possible. much too long. The long awaited Christopher Lee is spooky as the prequel to the “Lord of the wizard Saruman and his colRings” series is now in the theleague Gandalf the Grey is again ater and it is well worth the wait. Andy McKinney played with humor, wisdom and “The Hobbit” lives up to the Reviewer pathos by Ian McKellen. McKastonishingly high standards of ellen has Gandalf subtly allow the previous Peter Jackson inthe audience to know that he terpretation of Tolkien’s masterwork. knows more than he lets the other advenWriter, producer and director Peter Jack- turers know, and that it scares the sap out son again demonstrates his domination of of him. popular culture in this beautifully filmed Gollum is entirely computer generated; work of mass art. He will become even all save for his unique and unforgettable more stupendously rich, but it is we, the voice. Andy Serkis again provides the anviewers, who have won the lottery. “The imating voice to complete the CGI image Hobbit” is grand, epic and satisfying. of the tortured creature. Martin Freeman Many of our old friends reprise their is the young and courageous Bilbo Bagroles in this prequel to the “Lord of the gins. The events in “The Hobbit” are a Rings” films. Hugo Weaving and the enor- generation prior to the events in “Lord of mously talented Cate Blanchett are back the Rings.” Richard Armitage plays
Thorin Oakenshield and we are permitted to discover why he is called by that name. This PG-13 rated movie is very long at 2 hours and 46 minutes, but not too long. Fans of Tolkien who know the story will be glad to know that “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” takes the tale from the
THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY
A worthy addition to ‘Rings’ collection My first experience with story. There are more encounters Tolkien’s stories of Middle Earth with orcs than in the book, and the was on a road trip when I was much brown wizard Radagast makes an younger. At the request of my dad, appearance. At first, the deviations the whole family listened to “The from the original storyline made me Hobbit” and the entire “Lord of the question where the movie was tryRings” trilogy on audiobook. More ing to go, but later made sense as than a decade later, I am still a fan. the movie progressed. Much like the book, “The Hobbit” Katie Schouten However, the parts from the begins in a hole. (And of course, it Teen reviewer book that make it so fun are still is not a dark, damp, wormy hole, there. Many of Tolkien’s original but a cozy hobbit hole.) narration is used, both in setting up The face of Bilbo seen in “The Lord of the the movie, and as dialogue from characters. Rings” (Ian Holm) is shown writing his story The dwarves sing about smashing dishes in of his adventure. He begins with a brief his- Bilbo’s hobbit hole. Also, not to be forgotten is tory of the dwarves living under the moun- the dwarves’ trip into Rivendale, the escape tain, and their eviction by the dragon Smaug. from the trolls, and Bilbo’s legendary riddle Then, the story rewinds 60 years and we meet contest with Gollum. a younger Bilbo Baggins (Martin Freeman), Martin Freeman was an excellent choice one who never does anything unexpected and for the character of Bilbo. He possesses all would never dream of going on an adventure. the skills and attributes needed to play the Unfortunately for him, wizard Gandalf (Ian hobbit. The dwarves were also chosen well, McKellen) has other plans. Gandalf invites a playing the light, cheerful characters, or in party of 13 dwarves, led by Thorin Oaken- some cases, fierce dwarf warriors. shield, the rightful dwarf king under the Overall, I was very pleased with “The Hobmountain, who all wish to go reclaim the lost bit.” I was wary about the decision to make it dwarf kingdom. Gandalf has decided to in- into two movies, but found that that didn’t clude Bilbo on the adventure as the party’s take away from the overall movie experience. “burglar.” At three hours long, “The Hobbit” will make The movie follows the book plotline for a any “Lord of the Rings” marathons take the large point, but does make additions into the better part of a day, but it is well worth it.
Shire to just before the adventurers enter the mountain stronghold of the Dragon that drove the Dwarves from their home. There is a lot of detail in that nearly three hours that the fans will relish. Two more films in 2013 and 2014 will finish the saga. The budget on this four saw blade film is reputed to be around $150 million. Make no mistake; this will be a huge movie. In three days it gathered in $141 million worldwide. Producer Peter Jackson will be rewarded for the genius of director Peter Jackson. This might be a tad less impressive than the “Rings” trilogy, or maybe I just expect wonders of Jackson — and get them. I managed to find a flaw or two. Nonetheless, what a vast pleasure it was to immerse myself once again in the fantastic world that Jackson has created from Tolkien’s imagination. From the opening shots of the hobbit houses through almost three hours of travel, I loved being a part of “An Unexpected Journey.”
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RIM HISTORY RIM HISTORY RIM COUNTRY HISTORY | TIM EHRHARDT
CHRISTMAS IN RIM COUNTRY
With Christmas just behind us I thought ing the 1910s. it might be nice to look back at how ChristMinnie Thompson was the sister of John mas has been celebrated here. Henry “Rimrock” Thompson who would bePayson has traditionally been a very come Gila County Sheriff. Their mother was small town and in small towns, holidays are married to Creswell. usually a community celebration. Holidays School children putting on a Christmas of any sort often featured a big show are a tradition in many dance and Christmas was no difplaces and it’s been no different ferent. Here’s a clip from the Jan. in Payson. A Payson correspon15, 1887 Arizona Silver Belt redent piece in the Jan. 7, 1897 Arigarding a Christmas dance held in zona Silver Belt remarked, 1886. “Christmas has gone, but left “At a Christmas dance at many pleasant memories. Among Payson, Green Valley, held at the events worth of especial noCreswell’s, Miss Minnie Thomptice was the school entertainment son and Frank Foster were given by Miss Nichols, who is TIM EHRHARDT awarded prizes for the best justly complimented, for the enwaltzers, a handsome brooch for tertainment was the best of its the lady and a fine watch chain for the gen- kind ever given in Payson.” tleman.” It was a good Christmas that year in Creswell’s was the business of Oliver N. Payson. The correspondent also noted that, Creswell, a Payson merchant during that “as an evidence of the prosperity and hopeera. He would later be an undersheriff in ful feeling existing here may be mentioned Gila County and State Inspector of Weights the fact that E.J. Bonacker, the merchant, and Measures. has received a large stock of new goods, for Creswell is written about in a couple of which there is an active demand.” Arizona “Who’s Who” books published durMerchants played an important role in
Christmas in those early days. Payson was remote, so you had to plan ahead to get gifts. There were some mail order catalogs, though one of the most famous, the Sears catalog, didn’t start until 1888. Thus when a local merchant got a good shipment of goods prior to Christmas, it was good news as the Dec. 19, 1901 Arizona Silver Belt shows. “It has been a fortunate circumstance for the people in the vicinity of Payson, that E.J. Bonacker, one of their merchants, has been on the jury here for the past two weeks, as it has given him the opportunity to look over the latest stocks and styles of Christmas goods, and make selections of the best lines to be obtained for his patrons. His teams arrived last night and started back to-day, so that they will be at Payson in ample time for Christmas. Mr. Bonacker will leave on the stage in the morning.” While Rim Country is an area full of trees, there are few things as special as a Christmas tree. It holds a special place in the heart of many and was a key part of early celebrations. Payson had a tree every year in those
early days in their gathering spots. “Rim Country History,” published by the Northern Gila County Historical Society in 1984 (and available in Payson at Rim Country Museum), provides some details, here’s a sample: “A large tree was secured in a corner of the hall and was decorated with strings of popcorn, a bit of tinsel, and underneath the tree were bags of candy and fruit. On the tree were cameras, watches, jewelry, and other personal Christmas gifts. Gifts large and small went to children as well as adults.” There was a noteworthy wedding on Christmas Day. Henry Hardt and Rose Belluzzi were married on Christmas Day in 1910 at the Belluzzi homestead located under the Rim on the East Verde River. Both were from families with deep roots in the area and many descendants from this union still live in the region today. Rose was chronicled in “A Cultural History of the Pioneer Women of Gila County, Arizona and Their Descendants, Volume 1” published by the Daughters of the Gila County Pioneers.
TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH | PAUL G. DONOHUE, M.D.
Certain polyps raise colon cancer risk DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I have had two colonoscopies with 10 polyps found — half and half, both kinds. I noticed on my medical bill that I am at high risk. I was told that some new medicine might be available soon. I’m very scared. What could help me? — R.H. ANSWER: A polyp is a growth of cells projecting from the lining of a structure. In this case, the structure is the colon. Close to 90 percent of polyps do not become cancers. Fifty percent of the population older than 60 has at least one polyp. Ten percent of polyps are adenomatous polyps, ones with a potential of becoming cancer. I take it that some of your polyps were of this variety, and that’s why you are at “high risk.” Having those polyps removed eliminates the present cancer risk. Adenomatous polyp size is one factor involved in judging these polyps’ threat. Those larger than 2 cm (0.8 inches) have a 40 percent chance of transforming into cancer. The microscopic appearance of these polyps’ cells is given the designation of high-grade or lowgrade. High-grade cells also increase the risk of cancer. Actually, you are sitting pretty. You’ve had all your polyps removed. The fact that some of yours put you into the category of high risk only means that the doctor will work out for you a schedule for future colonoscopies. Those scope exams will disclose if any new polyps have formed. You are less likely to develop colon cancer than are people who have never had such an exam. I don’t know about the medicine you speak of. Cutting back on red and processed meats
(hot dogs and other luncheon meats), losing weight, decreasing the fat in your diet, cutting back on alcohol consumption, increasing the amount of fruit and vegetables you eat and increasing dietary fiber are things that diminish the likelihood of colon cancer. I have to be candid. Some authorities say these changes are not as protective as they’re made out to be. They are, however, conducive to good general health. The booklet on colon cancer explains this common ailment in greater detail. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue — No. 505W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I have had genital herpes for many years. I take a lysine pill every day, which can be bought over the counter at all drugstores. I get an outbreak maybe once or twice a year. Doctors don’t know this, I guess, and they prescribe medicine rather than use home remedies. — R.Z. ANSWER: Lysine treatment for herpes infections, including cold sores, is widely known. The fly in the ointment is that, for most, it doesn’t work successfully as it has for you. There is some scientific basis for lysine. It’s an amino acid, one of the building blocks for proteins. Lysine blocks the action of arginine, another amino acid, necessary for herpes viruses to replicate. That’s the theoretical reason for using lysine. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I need help with acid reflux. I have battled it for seven years,
and until recently I have used Prilosec, but it has stopped working for me. I tried AcipHex and Protonix but didn’t feel well when taking them. Now I’m on Prevacid. Is it OK to take indefinitely? I wonder about Nexium. My doctor told me to take any acid reducer that works. What do you consider the best longterm medicine? — F.H. ANSWER: Acid reflux, heartburn and GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) are different names for the same thing — the upward splashing of stomach acid and digestive juices into the esophagus, the long tube that brings food from the throat to the stomach. The esophagus can’t handle those corrosive juices, and the result is burning pain. Can you identify any food or drink that brings on your symptoms? If you can, eliminate it. Potential troublemakers are fatty foods, fried foods, spearmint, peppermint, chocolate, tomatoes, citrus fruit and caffeine. You prevent nighttime heartburn by putting 6-inch blocks under the bedposts at the head of your bed. In that position, gravity keeps stomach acid in the stomach. Weight reduction almost always lessens symptoms. I like your doctor’s approach. Use the cheapest medicine that keeps you free of pain. Antacids often can fit the bill: Tums, Rolaids, Mylanta, Maalox and the many others. The most effective medicines are those called proton pump inhibitors: Dexilant, Nexium, Prevacid, Prilosec, Protonix and AcipHex, some of which are available without a prescription. They practically turn off acid production. Some doctors like to have their patients stop use after a year to see if
symptoms remit. If they do, so much the better. Less expensive are Tagamet, Pepcid, Zantac and Axid, which cut back on acid production and are obtainable without prescription. One downside of indefinite use of proton pump inhibitors is the possibility of vitamin B-12 deficiency. Acid is needed to absorb it. The same goes for iron, calcium and magnesium. The booklet on heartburn (GERD) explains this common condition in great detail, along with its treatments. Readers can obtain a copy by writing: Dr. Donohue — No. 501W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: My wife is a healthy 66-year-old woman. The problem is that she wakes up at night, screams for a second and then goes back to sleep. The following day, sometimes she remembers, but sometimes not. This has been going on for two to three years. She uses no medicines. What could this be? — J.V. ANSWER: It could be what’s called sleep terror. It’s more often seen in childhood, but occasionally adults have it. You describe it perfectly. The person suddenly wakens and screams in what appears to be panic. Then she or he returns to sleep. Most have no memory of the event the following day, and don’t recall a frightening dream. If this doesn’t interfere with her normal functioning, she doesn’t need to pursue it.
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Some experts recommend that instead of “resolving” to doing something this New Year, “commit” to doing it.
Celebrate the New Year with champagne; a delightfully different cocktail; or a cup of spirited eggnog; give thanks for the good things of the passing year and offer a welcome and make a plan for the New Year ahead.
New Year’s is oldest holiday New Year’s is the oldest holiday still being celebrated. The Babylonians celebrated the New Year as early as 4000 B.C. At that time, the New Year began on the first new moon after the Vernal Equinox (so it was a spring celebration, not a winter one). The celebration continued for 11 days, with each day having a different purpose and activity. Then, as now, resolutions were made. A common Babylonian resolution is to return borrowed farm equipment. Commitment is the new resolution
Can’t keep those New Year’s resolutions? Go ahead and give them up, but don’t give up on committing to doing something great. The tradition of New Year’s resolutions has been around 4,000 years, when those Babylonians saw fit to start the year off right by making promises to the gods, as well as returning borrowed farm equipment. Today, such promises are a media phenomenon, designed to be broken. “One reason most New Year’s resolutions usually fail before the end of January is because people haven’t truly
bought into change,” says Bahram Akradi, chief executive officer of Life Time, The Healthy Way of Life Company. “We can change the course of our lives for the better without the need for a contrived tradition.” That’s why Life Time has launched the Commitment Day movement. By pledging a commitment online at www.commitmentday.com, anyone can join this national movement when hundreds of thousands of people wake up on New Year’s Day to participate in a simultaneous walk/run in one of 30 cities nationwide. Alan Ali, 31, of Raleigh, N.C., will be running with his sister, uncle, and brother-in-law because they’ve been inspired by Ali, who once weighed 480 pounds and has lost more than 100 pounds over the last three years by eating healthy and exercising. That progress didn’t result from a resolution. “Resolutions never worked for me because at that time in my life I didn’t want it bad enough and I wasn’t ready to make changes to reach my weight-loss goals,” says Ali. He now prefers to set goals throughout the year, which he says will help him get his weight below 300
pounds by the end of 2013. “Commitment Day is more than just planning to do the 5K run/walk on January 1st,” Ali says. “It’s about committing to do something and working toward that goal right now. “Anyone can say I ‘will’ do something, but its takes a committed person to put in the time to train for the goal that they set for themselves.” Carla Birnberg, 43, a personal trainer in Austin, Texas, and fitness blogger is also participating in Commitment Day with her husband and daughter. She says people are eager to make bold changes at the New Year because the world seems so fraught with possibility. The problem, she adds, is that they don’t set themselves up for success. “Once I realized I’m never as far from my goals/resolutions/aspirations as my very next choice, my life changed,” says Birnberg. Most New Year’s celebrations include raising a glass of something bubbly to toast the future. But for the pretoast celebrating, different drinks may be in order. CONTINUED ON PAGE 7
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Master of the bar
Between the endless string of events and the chill in the air this time of year, it doesn’t take much to convince your friends and family to have a night in. No matter if you’re planning the party of the year or just inviting a few friends over, a great home bar is essential to make it a night to remember. Having everything you need on hand is the base of creating the perfect home bar. From smooth spirits to glasses to tools for mixing drinks, when your bar arsenal is complete, there is no drink you can’t make at home. Even if you’re starting from empty, a few simple steps will help transform you into a home bar master, and impress even the most discerning cocktail connoisseur: • Choose spirits carefully. Look for distinctive spirits that have a reputation for quality. New Amsterdam Vodka, for instance, is a premium vodka known for its unparalleled smoothness, which means you can drink it straight or mix it into a variety of equally smooth cocktails. Flavor profiles are also important in some spirits, so look for brands that emphasize a good balance. New Amsterdam’s award-winning gin is renowned for its balance and subtlety, which makes it a modern approach to this classic spirit. Be sure to have a good variety of the most popular spirits available so that you’re able to make a range of drinks to satisfy any whim. • Prep your cocktail supplies. Plastic cups are out — real cocktails need the right tools of the trade. That includes glassware, so make sure you have everything you need, from highballs and lowballs to champagne flutes, red and white wine glasses and pint glasses for beer. Other barware you might want to consider includes a shaker, a strainer, a muddler, an ice bucket and a jigger, which will come in handy when measuring out proportions. • Customize your cocktails. Since you’re home, you’re in charge of the garnishes, and can pick your favorites. A supply of citrus fruits like limes, lemons and oranges let you add twists or a squeeze of fresh juice. When you’re hosting, make it fun by setting out items like pickles, olives, cheese cubes or celery and letting guests create their own skewers to garnish their drinks. Keep up the customization theme by offering your guests a signature cocktail or two, particularly if you’re celebrating a special occasion. Whether it’s a large party or an intimate gathering, hosting at home allows you to man the bar and personalize the evening. New Amsterdam offers two signature drink recipes that will show off your smooth bar skills, and are as easy to make as they are to drink. Add these to your bar repertoire:
WINTER TODDY A “wintry mix” of New Amsterdam Gin, maple syrup and a dusting of cinnamon, this steamy cocktail is the perfect storm. 2 ounces New Amsterdam Gin (or similar) 1 ounce maple syrup 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice Fill with hot water Add ingredients in a mug and garnish with a pinch of cinnamon.
BLACK DIAMOND For those who don’t ski the Bunny Slope. 2 ounces New Amsterdam Vodka (or similar) 1/2 ounce sweet vermouth 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice 1/2 ounce maple syrup Shake ingredients very well with ice and strain into a martini glass and garnish with lemon peel. Make your cocktails the life of the party
This time of year, homes across the country are bustling with friends and family celebrating the holidays with festive foods and drinks. Dairy products like butter, milk, cheese and cream are standard ingredients in celebratory dishes, but one area where dairy can play a starring role is often overlooked: the cocktail glass. Instead of just offering wine or beer, the California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) has put together cocktail tips
Add a different flavor to New Year’s with a Black Diamond.
and tricks for making every gathering a happy hour at home. • Cheers to dairy. Served hot or cold, milky alcoholic beverages are delicious on a hot day or in the cold of winter. Cocktails made with milk can range from the classics like a White Russian to the more unusual Mardi Gras favorite Milk Punch, a somewhat lighter version of eggnog. Make sure to choose flavors and spices that complement the foods you’re serving. • Look in the fridge. Chances are you already have everything you need to create a special cocktail or host a happy hour at home. Now is the time to use up the leftover craft beers from last week’s game, that nice bottle of brandy you received as a gift and the California milk and cream you have in your fridge. • Apples to apples. Apples are one of those foods that everyone seems to love and that familiar apple flavor seems most welcome in the cooler, cozier months. Why not combine the iconic apple pie with a trend that is on the rise: hard ciders. With the influx of craft beer drinkers, hard ciders are coming into their own. Try creating a Belgian Hot Apple Pie Cocktail (see recipe) and wow your friends and family with your bartending skills. This cocktail takes the beloved flavor of apple pie and lights it on fire, literally. • Drink your dessert. It’s easy to create delicious drinkable desserts for the over-21 crowd with just a few ingredients you likely already have on hand. A few scoops of vanilla ice cream, milk, a flavored Irish cream liqueur and a shot of whiskey mixed in the blender will make even non-Irish eyes smile. Try chocolate vodka, peanut butter, milk and ice cream for an adult version of a peanut butter cup. • Mix it up. Classic cocktails are making a comeback, so mix up your own. Classic eggnog is a fun drink that can be served as either an adult or nonalcoholic beverage and is easily flavored to fit the festivities — from pumpkin pie spice to peppermint extract. Whenever serving alcohol in your home, make sure there’s a designated driver to ensure everyone makes it home safely.
There are different theories on the origins of the word eggnog itself. Some believe it received its name from the Old English word “nog,” which meant “strong beer.” The “egg” refers to one of the ingredients in the beverage, fresh eggs. Others surmise that it comes from the word “noggin,” which was a vessel for serving drinks in taverns. The drink was called “egg in a noggin,” which was shortened to “eggnog.” Still, there are others who say its name is derived from the term “grog,” which was another term for booze. “Egg n’ grog” was eventually abbreviated to “eggnog.” Although there is little certainty to the origins of the name, the recipe for eggnog has essentially remained unchanged throughout the centuries. It consists of beaten eggs, cream or milk and sugar mixed with some sort of alcoholic spirit. The Old English were believed to mix it with wine, though once the drink was brought to the New World, colonists substituted rum for the wine. Rum was readily available through tradesmen running between the Americas and the Caribbean and therefore less expensive than another spirit. As America grew and eggnog was enjoyed in different parts of the country, the rum was replaced with regional spirits, including bourbon or grain alcohol. Other ingredients were also added to give it a customized flavor. However, the use of nutmeg, cinnamon and cloves has become traditional flavors for the holiday brew. Although eggnog is widely enjoyed throughout the holiday season, in the past it was served at special events and social occasions. As a warmed beverage it can easily chase away winter’s chill. This is how it may have come to be enjoyed primarily during the holidays. Love it or hate it, eggnog is a drink that can evoke strong feelings of the holidays within minutes. There are variations of eggnog sold commercially, but many people swear by homemade versions for their taste and authenticity. Try your own homemade eggnog with this recipe, courtesy of Cooks.com.
HOLIDAY EGGNOG (SPIRITED) 1 dozen eggs 1 pound powdered sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup vanilla 8 cups evaporated milk 3 cups water 1 quart spiced rum Nutmeg, to garnish Beat eggs until light in color, gradually add sugar, salt and vanilla. Then add milk and water. Stir in rum (brandy, bourbon or rye may also be used). Cover the nog and ripen for 24 hours in the refrigerator. Stir again and serve sprinkled with nutmeg.
BELGIAN HOT APPLE PIE COCKTAIL Yield: 1 serving 1 large scoop vanilla ice cream 1 ounce apple brandy 12 ounces Belgian apple beer Place ice cream in a large glass. Pour brandy into a small glass. Carefully touch a lighted match to surface of brandy to ignite it. When flames die down, pour brandy over ice cream and fill glass with beer. Serve with a spoon and a straw.
Origins of a holiday staple
The thick, spiced drink we know as eggnog has become synonymous with the holidays. It is so linked with the Christmas season that a person may be hard-pressed to find it sold in the supermarket any other time of the year. But eggnog wasn’t always the holiday beverage it has become. Eggnog is believed to have originated in 17th century Europe, primarily as a drink for the elite, since the ingredients in the beverage were hard to come by and thusly relegated to the very rich.
A luscious cup of eggnog is perfect for the holidays.
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PARTICULAR CATS ACROSS 1 Served in blazing liquor 7 Wise saying 12 Little hit 15 Pea protectors 19 Of direct descent 20 True-blue 21 Lilting melody 22 Region 23 Classic 1942 horror film, in old Addis Ababa? 26 Lab animals 27 Ovid’s “Lo!” 28 Salute 29 Nephew of Abel 30 Question to someone who’s not responding, in Isfahan? 37 Lasagna cheese 38 P, in Greece 39 Advice bits 40 School for Prince Harry 41 Reply to “No you’re not” 44 Born, in a bridal bio 45 1965 Jane Fonda comedy, on an Indonesian island? 50 Firearm-cleaning aid 55 Atlanta-to-Tampa dir. 56 Fish hawk 57 Partner of ifs and ands 59 Singer Nyro 60 Costa ___, California 61 “La Cage aux Folles” role 63 Much-loved 64 Harry Chapin hit, on Mt. Everest? 71 Ellipsoidal
72 Ump’s cry 73 Molecular bit 74 Rigatoni, e.g. 76 Bonkers 77 Italian port 80 Soft drink 83 Under one’s control 85 “Peace Train” singer, in Rangoon? 88 ___ step further 90 Nothing 91 3/15, e.g. 92 Asthma spray, e.g. 97 ___-Magnon man 98 Pooch pace 101 Tennessee Williams play, in old Bangkok? 105 Lot division 106 Drive along 107 Socks 108 Switzerland’s capital 109 Flogging whip, in Mogadishu? 117 Sooner State city 118 Comic Gasteyer 119 Concerning birds 120 Old Toyota model 121 More or ___ 122 Longing 123 Dogs’ cries 124 Covered with frozen rain DOWN 1 Tampa loc. 2 Ad-___ (play it by ear) 3 “___ news?” 4 Month, in Monterrey 5 Most sordid 6 Bring out
7 Noncitizen 8 ___ good job 9 Objectivist writer Rand 10 Chasm 11 Mourner’s poem 12 Bind with a bandage 13 Airplane part 14 Less ugly 15 Mom or dad 16 Navel, e.g. 17 Reroute 18 Is cheeky with 24 Univ. sports org. 25 Genoa gold 30 Gyro wraps 31 School, in Somme 32 Rice-A-___ 33 Loonlike bird 34 “___, can you see ...” 35 Travail 36 NBA’s Shaq 37 Soldiers in gray 41 Suffix with law or saw 42 U.S. vice president Barkley 43 Get up onto 46 Caroling song 47 Lamb writing 48 Fixed, as a dog 49 Orrin Hatch’s state 51 Woman of the house 52 Repented of 53 Verbal 54 Take a risk 58 Is larcenous 60 Island off Sicily 61 Slowing, on a mus. score 62 Four duos 64 Southwest tribe
65 Tennis’ Lendl 66 Squoosh 67 Iraqi or Saudi 68 Quite a drag 69 Karamel ___ (Ben & Jerry’s flavor) 70 Wooer’s flower 75 It may be acute or right 77 United ___ College Fund 78 Take ___ at (try) 79 Animal companion 80 Pitcher Martinez 81 “It’s just ___ those things” 82 Low-key “Hey!” 84 “Obey me!” 86 A great deal 87 Head Corleone 89 Sea ___ (reef creature) 92 Actress Sanford 93 ___ Creed 94 Emmylou or Franco 95 Alters formally 96 Boss 98 Leader of the Belmonts 99 First phases 100 Hansel’s sib 102 3 R’s org. 103 Pacify 104 Waters down 110 “___ heard enough!” 111 Texas tea 112 40 winks 113 Live 114 Apply frosting to 115 Authorize to 116 Stealthy
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Shutting people out to avoid distractions, even under a deadline, can cause hurt feelings. Instead, return calls and emails, and explain why you need a zone of privacy for now. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Although your keen Bull’s eyes usually can discern what’s fact from what’s faux, that upcoming decision will need really solid data before you can risk a commitment. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) As your confidence grows, you should be able to work toward your goals with more enthusiasm. Open your mind to suggestions. Some of them might even work for you. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Reconnecting with someone from your past stirs up that old sense of adventure. But before you do anything else, be sure to get answers to those still-lingering questions. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Some people might resent the way you plan to resolve a difficult situation. But your commitment to making tough but fair decisions soon wins you their respect and support. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Mixed signals could be causing that vexing workplace problem. Before you choose to leave the project, ask for a meeting so you can get things out in the open. LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Your good intentions could backfire if you’re not careful with other people’s feelings. Try using persuasion, not pressure, to get others to see your side of the situation. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Your dedication to finishing the task at hand is laudable. But be careful not to overdo the midnight oil bit. Take time for relaxation with someone very special. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Although your intuition will help you make some tough choices in the first half of the month, you’ll need more facts to back up your actions later on. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) All that hard work and research in the workplace finally pays off as you hoped it would. Ignore comments from jealous types who are out to get the Goat riled up. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) An unfair decision creates unnecessary problems. But avoid anger and move carefully as you work this out. Expect to get support from an unlikely source. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) A fuzzy financial vista persists until midmonth, when things begin to clear up. You’ll also gain a better perspective on how to handle those pesky personal problems. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a wonderful way of being there for those who need your help in difficult times. © 2012 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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IN THE KITCHEN | FAMILY FEATURES
Get ready for another holiday dinner But first, what to do with all those holiday leftovers? The food cooked during the holidays is often enough to feed an army. Too often, hosts and hostesses prepare and serve much too much food, only to find themselves left with a refrigerator full of leftovers when guests don’t eat as much as hosts had suspected. In order to avoid wasting food, many people attempt to create new meals from their excess holiday ingredients. Putting leftovers to good use can take a little ingenuity to disguise the reality that you’re eating turkey or ham for the third consecutive night. All it may take is a little inspiration to create delicious meals with repurposed holiday foods. The first thing to keep in mind when using leftovers is food safety. Any food remaining after the holiday meal should be packed into storage containers and refrigerated or frozen no more than two hours after the meal has ended. This ensures that bacteria are not able to proliferate in the food and cause food-borne illnesses. Choose shallow containers, which will enable the food to chill more uniformly and not create warmer spots that take longer to reach a safe storage temperature. Do not save any foods that have remained at room temperature for too long or seem questionable, especially dairy products. It is advisable to discard leftovers (even if refrigerated) after four days. Now that leftovers are properly stored, you can think up some creative menu ideas for using them in the next few days. • Turn stuffing into croquettes or burgers by mixing chopped turkey with stuffing or adding a new meat to the equation, like sausage. • Dice ham and potatoes and add to the morning helping of eggs for a country-style omelet. • Promptly boil the turkey carcass to make homemade stock for soups and stews. • Turn leftover mashed potatoes into a creamy potato soup, with the addition of cream, bacon and scallions. • Use cranberry sauce in place of butter on bagels or toast. • Mash up leftover sweet potatoes and bake into a moist and delicious sweet potato loaf bread. • Create open-faced sandwiches for lunch by layering ham or turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and gravy on top of a thick slice of bread. • Diced meats, vegetables and onion can be added to a batter of pancake mix and turned into an easy quiche. • Host Mexican night and use leftover turkey meat to make spicy fajitas, complete with sour cream and salsa or for enchiladas. • Use stale bread to make homemade croutons for salad or use in a bread pudding recipe. • Add cranberry sauce to boxed muffin mixes for a tart treat. • Turn leftover holiday meats into an Asian stir-fry with the addition of water chestnuts, bean sprouts, soy sauce, and mixed vegetables. • Grind meats to make a hearty meat loaf. • Make leftover potatoes into hash browns. • Cube leftover cake and serve on skewers and fruit for dipping into chocolate fondue. • Use pie crust and small ramekins to turn turkey or ham into savory potpies. There are so many ideas for using leftover holiday foods this season. Experiment with flavors your family will enjoy.
SOMETHING DELICIOUSLY DIFFERENT FOR NEW YEAR’S Who says you have to wait until the end of the meal for a taste of chocolate? Make the New Year’s Eve or Day dinner unforgettable for family and friends by adding a sweet touch to each course of the meal, from appetizer to entree and even your wine. You might think of chocolate as only a dessert option,
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With a few creative ideas, anyone can turn leftover holiday foods into new meals.
but according to chocolate expert and historian Beth Kimmerle, using cocoa as an ingredient accentuates the complex flavors of your savory foods, amplifying them on your palate. Here are some of her deliciously different recipes that are sure to delight your taste buds and satisfy your sweet tooth. You can find more delicious ways to enjoy the holidays at www.ChocolatRougeWine.com. COCOA CRUSTED ROAST BEEF WITH CHOCOLATE RED WINE AU JUS
Serve with ChocolatRouge Dark Red Wine, a full-bodied red wine with hints of dark chocolate. Serves 6 3 pounds boneless ribeye roast, tied with butcher’s string Coarse salt and ground pepper 4 large shallots, peeled and sliced in quarters 3 tablespoons cocoa powder 1 cup ChocolatRouge Dark Red Wine 1 cup beef broth 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Preheat oven to 500 degrees. Season beef with salt and pepper, then place in large roasting pan and sear all sides of roast on high heat until brown. Place roast in oven and cook for 30 minutes. Remove meat from oven; reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees. Place shallots around beef and coat top of roast completely with cocoa powder; cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of beef registers 130 degrees (for medium-rare), about 40 more minutes. Transfer beef and shallots to platter and cover with foil. Add wine to roasting pan; cook over medium heat until syrupy, scraping bottom of pan, about 3 minutes. Add beef broth and mustard; cook until reduced by half, about another 5 minutes. Strain into a small bowl and add any accumulated juices from beef. Season with salt and pepper; transfer au jus to a gravy bowl and serve with beef and shallots. HAZELNUT CHOCOLATE CHEESE BOARD SPREAD
Serve with ChocolatRouge Sweet Red Wine, a soft, velvety blend of red wines and natural rich chocolate flavors. Serves 8 8 ounces blanched hazelnuts (1-3/4 cups), toasted 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar 4 ounces 60 percent semisweet chocolate, melted 1/2 cup ricotta cheese Parchment paper 1/4 cup cocoa powder, for dusting Puree 7 ounces (about 1-1/2 cups) toasted nuts and sea salt in food processor until mixture is coarse, almost paste. Add confectioners’ sugar, melted chocolate and ricotta cheese, and pulse until fully combined. Spoon mixture into round parchment-lined ramekin or container. Then cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour or until firm. Once chilled, gently remove from ramekin and dust top with cocoa powder. Chop remaining hazelnuts and press into top of chocolate. Cut into wedges and place on cheese board. DARK CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT TRIFLE CUPS
Serve with ChocolatRouge Milk Chocolate, made from rich cream, red wine and natural chocolate flavors. Serves 6 Chocolate sponge or chocolate pound cake, cut into pieces that fit neatly into cups Syrup: 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup water 1/2 cup chocolate wine, such as ChocolatRouge Milk Chocolate Mousse: 2-1/2 cups heavy cream, divided 12 ounces white chocolate, finely chopped 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste 1/2 cup coarsely chopped peppermint starlight mints or candy canes Pudding: 8 ounces milk chocolate, finely chopped 2 cups heavy cream 3 large egg yolks, room temperature Garnish: 1-1/2 cups heavy cream 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar 1/4 cup coarsely chopped peppermint candies or candy canes Make syrup: Bring sugar and water to a boil in small saucepan, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Add wine and cook for about 5 more minutes or until syrup consistency. Let sit. Make mousse: Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Bring 1 cup cream just to a boil in small saucepan. Place white chocolate in a food processor; with machine running, pour in hot cream in a slow, steady stream, and process until smooth. Transfer to medium bowl set in icewater bath. Let cool, stirring occasionally, until thick enough to hold ribbons on surface, about 15 minutes. Whip remaining 1-1/2 cups cream and fold into chocolate mixture, then add in vanilla paste and candies. Cover and refrigerate until thickened and almost firm, about 4 hours. Make pudding: Put chocolate into large bowl; set aside. Bring cream almost to a boil in a small saucepan. Whisk yolks in separate, medium bowl. Pour hot cream in a slow, steady stream, into yolks while whisking. Pour mixture back into saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 1 minute. Pour through a fine sieve into chocolate; whisk well until smooth. Set bowl in ice-water bath. Let cool, stirring occasionally, until thick enough to hold ribbons on surface, about 15 minutes. Cover and refrigerate until set, about 3 hours. To assemble: Place 1/3 of the cake into bottom of 6 small cups (2 inches in diameter). Top cake with mousse and spoon on syrup. Top with pudding, then another layer of cake. Place remaining mousse on top; spoon with remaining syrup. Top with remaining pudding, then mousse. Cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for several hours. When ready to serve, whip cream with sugar. Top trifle cups with the whipped cream, and sprinkle each with peppermint candies. ROUGE MILKYWAY
End the meal with a chocolate take on traditional eggnog: Gently heat or froth two cups of whole milk. Add four ounces of ChocolatRouge Milk Chocolate Wine. Garnish with 1/2 teaspoon of grated nutmeg. Source: ChocolatRouge Wine
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Firewood For Sale
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FIREWOOD:
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GUNS/KNIVES
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Piano for sale $600. Call 928-978-3513 or 928-474-4035.
YARD SALES/ AUCTIONS ESTATE SALES ESTATE SALE: Parents Collection, Antiques, Coffee Grinder, Corn Grinder, Desk, China Closet, Copper Pots, Copper Wash Tub, etc. Pickup Truck, Metal Cabinets, Dining Room Set, Living Room Set, TV’s, Music Records, Boots, John Wayne Plates 928-474-2896 16346 N. AZ Hwy 87 - Rye, AZ
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CARS
928-970-0062
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1974 CJ5 Project Jeep, Buick 6 Egine, New Springs, Shocks, Radiator & Battery, $3,200. obo Bob 928-468-0743
RVS “BE FREE” Custom RV’s 6x8 T&G Camp Trailer w/Outside Grill, $2,300. 8x16 $2,100 99 Terry Ex. 32 ft w/16ft electric slide “Like New” inside and out $7,900 Don 928-978-3423
TRUCKS
20 ft. and 40 ft.: Shipping Containters, 928-537-3257
2001 Dodge 1-Ton Duly, Extended Cab, 5.9 Cummins, 6spd, 4WD Flatbed w/Boxes, Runs Well, $8,400. 928-970-0448
FOR SALE, EQUIPMENT I USED To Run My Office COFFEE SERVICE BUSINESS, Including (7) Bunn Brewers. Under $1,000. 928-474-4000
2005 F-250, Very Clean, Loaded, All Maintenance to date, 112K Miles, Call Butch for More Details 480-694-1229
HANDYMAN A Affordable 1 Handyman, Serving the Rim Country Area Whatever Needs to be Done! Steve 928-978-4861 Not a licensed contractor
LAND FOR SALE Young Arizona, Must See to Appreciate, Three 2.5 Acre Parcels, Wooded Area, Prime Location, Small Down, Owner Will Carry, Easy Terms, 928-425-6791 or 928-701-1536
Instructional Specialist The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension is currently seeking one full-time Program Coordinator position. This position will be based out of the Gila County Cooperative Extension office. Salary Range: $29,443-$35,552). For details and to apply visit www.uacareertrack.com, Job #51550. The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA-M/W/D/V Employer.
Position: Grants/Contracts Coordinator Tonto Apache Reservation #30, Payson, AZ or Call Linda Beckham, 474-5000 Ext. 8158
EDUCATION PAYSON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Rim Country Middle School FBI, ATS & TRC Teacher Full Time/Benefits Starting Salary - $23,770 Applications at PUSD District Office 902 W. Main Street or at www.pusd.k12.az.us
GENERAL
A Dependable Handyman Service
Excavation Work, Carpentry, Painting, Masonry, Electric, Yard Work, Wood Splitting, Hauling Payson License #P08226, Not Licensed Contractor: Barney Branstetter: 928-595-0236 or 928-595-0435 DHW Home Services Decks/Porches Sheds Drywall Texture Matching Paint Remodeling 928-595-1555 Credit Cards Accepted New Homes, Remodels, Decks, Tile and Wood Floors, Screened Porches, Painting, Reasonable Rates, 35-yrs Experience, Quality Workmanship, Free Estimates, Call 928-978-1996
ATAC, LLC manufacturer of HPR Ammunition is currently recruiting for dedicated career oriented employees. Visit HPRammo.com/careers for additional information.
Tax School There is still time! Learn a highly mobile skill that never goes out of style. Our tax school includes reference materials & hands-on computer training. We are also looking for experienced tax preparers. Call Denise (928)468-0902
KC’s Home Health Care LLC of Payson is looking for a fulltime/salaried Physical Therapist Please apply at 114 E. Hwy 260 Payson, AZ or send/fax resume to 928-468-5241 or email info@kcshomehealthcare. com
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BEAUTY SALON Lemon Tree New Year Special on Perms & Haircut with Linda Call 928-951-4501 Run thru May, Walkins Welcome
MOBILES FOR SALE 1973 Mobile Home, Sold As Is, Appliances Included, 2Br/1Ba, $1,800. Cash 480-390-8901 1989 2Br/1Ba 14x58 Very Clean, W/D & Fridge, 55+Park, 903 Granite Dells, Sp. #24. $8,750. OWC, 602-319-1757 Foreclosures: 30 Homes, both New and PreOwned to Choose From, Free Delivery, Call Bronco Homes, 1-800-487-0712 New Carpet,Vacant, 2Br/1Ba, 12x60, 55+Park, 705 E. Miller, Space 29, Storage, Covered Patio, Screened Porch, Large Treed Lot, $5,900, 928-978-2658
REPAIRS AND INSTALLS: Tile Carpet, Hardwood, Grout, Restretch, Resurface, 30 Years Experience, Not a Contractor, Robin: 928-951-4082 or 928-478-6632 References
HOUSEKEEPING
LANDSCAPING
REPOS: 2, 3, & 4 Bedrooms, Starting from $9,989. Call Bronco Homes: 1-800-487-0712
RENTALS APARTMENTS FOR RENT
Move to Aspen Cove!
APARTMENTS FEATURING:
Rick’s Landscape Maintenance
Residential/Commercial, Weekly/Bi-Weekly, Monthly Schedules, One-Time Cleanups & Hauling, Call For Free Estimate, 480-229-6173
REAL ESTATE BUSINESSES FOR SALE Love Design? Are You Mechanical? Highly Successful & Respected Payson Business. Home based. Make your own hours Be your own boss! Call for details 928-595-2968
HOMES FOR SALE
Dec.Rent Free 3Br/2Ba 1 Car Garage, Private Back Yard,Stove, Refrig., D/W, Microwave, Laundry Room, AC/Heat, $795.mo + Dep. Pets-Neg. 928-478-6188 Green Valley Park Area, Gorgeous 3Br/2Ba, 2-Car Garage, Washer/Dryer, Views, $1450.mo w/6 mo lease, non-smoking, available in November Call 928-978-1452
New Custom Victorian Home 3Bd/2Bath Den In Town Historic District Energy-Efficient. Deck-w/Views,Laundry, Upgraded Appliances, Vaulted-Ceiling, Ceiling-FansThroughout, Carport,Home/Office OK. $995/mo. 928-288-2440
REDUCED! 1BR Park Model, newly decorated, spotless, new carpeting/tile, all appliances evap cooling Lg. deck/storage shed, Best Buy! $4900/obo, 928-595-0595 or 928-472-9965.
Apt Rental CD
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HOMES FOR RENT Avail. now for Hassle Free Holidays, Cute 2Br/1Ba Corner Lot, Covered Parking, Storage, D/W, W/D. $750.mo + Dep. 928-970-2773 or 928-978-5707
Payson’s Best View: 3Br,2Ba $800.mo, $760. if Received before the first, 119 E. Pine St. 928-474-4000 for Info/Showing
HOME SERVICES
Cleaning By Karen Professional Housekeeping Honest & Dependable 928-970-2830
HEALTH CARE
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EMPLOYMENT
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2 Bedrooms/2 Baths 2 Bedrooms/ 1.5 Baths Washers & Dryers Covered Parking Pet Friendly
ASPEN COVE
810 E. FRONTIER ST. #46, PAYSON, AZ 85541
(928) 474-8042
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COMMERCIAL FOR RENT Office or Retail Space Lowest Rates In Payson Private Bath,500 sq.ft. On Upgraded Remodeled Units, 1 Month Rent Free 602-616-3558
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MOBILES FOR RENT 200 W. Pecan; Mobile/Add On, 3Br/1.5Ba, Stove, Refrig., Central Heat/3-AC’s, Large Completely Fenced Yard, 2 M. Sheds on Cement, Lots of Storage, W/D Hookup, Pets/Smoking-No, Covered 2 Vehicle Carport; $750.mo + Sec. Dep. Call 928-951-2900
MOBILE/RV SPACES Rye RV Park: 1 Bedroom, $275. - $450. Per Month, Laundry on Site, Water/Trash Included. Spaces $200.mo. 602-502-0020 Space w/9x30 Pad, Accomodates up to 14x60, $335.mo, 903 Granite Dells Rd, Space 1, 602-319-1757
REAL ESTATE CONDOMINIUMS
Rim View OFFICE PARK, Executive Suites, Payson’s Premier Office Space, 708 E. Hwy 260, 928-472-7035.
HOMES FOR RENT
INVESTORS: Payson’s Best View: 3Br/2Ba 119 E. Pine St. $99.9K ($800/mo) 928-474-4000
2Br/1Ba, Fenced Yard, 1-Car Garage, $775.mo 928-978-2435f or 928-970-0634 between 3pm & 6pm
Strawberry New On Market 2Br/2Ba,Bonus Room, Bunk House, Large Covered Decks & Patio, Storage, Tall Pines, All Electric, $102,900. 480-984-9414
3bd/2ba, Carport, Smoking/Pets-No, $1,000.mo. + $1,500 Dep. 928-472-2527 or 928-978-4149
1Br & 2Br/1Ba Condo, Includes Water/Sewer & Trash, $425 to $525.mo Frontier Condos, Mark or Sharon at 928-951-3524 or 928-478-6188 2bd/1ba,Condo GREAT Condition 300 W. Frontier, Laundry Room/On-site, Rent Includes Water &Trash,Renter Responsible for Electric/Cable Pets-No! $550.p/m+Dep. 928-978-5240 References Required 2Br/2Ba, 1000sf Condo, Garage and Indoor Storage Room, Fireplace, Laundry Room w/Washer & Dryer, $850.mo Call Trevor 928-595-1844
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STRANGE BUT TRUE
Rats sniff out land mines BY SAMANTHA WEAVER 2012 KING FEATURES SYNDICATE
• Many people see dogs as doing heroic work in tandem with law enforcement and the military, but they’re not the only animals put to such use. In Mozambique, sniffer rats are being used to find unexploded land mines so experts can disarm them. They’re known as HeroRATs. • In Singapore, one of the colorful customs is training birds for singing competitions. It’s not always just a hobby, though; for some, it’s a serious — and costly — business. A single well-trained bird might sell for as much as $60,000. • If you’re an oenophile — that’s an aficionado of wine — you probably won’t be surprised to learn that as the cost of a wine goes up, so does a drinker’s appreciation of that wine. It seems that it’s not all about the quality of the vintage, though: In a recent study, tasters were offered two samples of the same wine, but each sample was labeled with a different price. The tasters overwhelmingly preferred the more expensive vintage. • It was Albert Einstein who offered the following explanation of relativity: “Put your hand on a hot stove for a minute and it seems like an hour. Sit with a pretty girl for an hour and it seems like a minute. That’s relativity.” • Only one-fifth of homes in America are not airconditioned. In the sweltering South, a mere 5 percent lack that vital amenity. • Those who study such things say that the wind power in an average hurricane is equivalent to 1.5 trillion watts. That’s the same amount of power that is generated by fully half of the entire world’s generating capacity. • The works of Agatha Christie have been translated more times into other languages than those of any other author in history. • At one time in Alabama, it was illegal to wear a false mustache to church. • The English word “toast” to describe a piece of browned bread comes from the Latin word “tostare,” which means “roasted.” The word “toast” to mean kind words spoken while sharing wine also comes from the same root, though in a roundabout way. In the Middle Ages, wine was not always of the highest quality; as a gesture of goodwill and hospitality to guests, a piece of toast was sometimes added to improve the flavor. Eventually (as vintages improved, one might assume), the browned bread was forgotten and only the words remained. • It was iconic pop artist Andy Warhol who made the following observation: “Employees make the best dates. You don’t have to pick them up, and they’re always tax deductible.” • You might be surprised to learn that the man who was the lead designer for the original GI Joe action figure also designed the inaugural medal for the John F. Kennedy-Lyndon Johnson administration. • If you’re an arachnophobe, it you probably don’t want to know that a tarantula can live for up to two years without eating a thing. • Have you ever noticed the small bumps that seem to cover your tongue? Many people think that these are taste buds. In fact, there are more than 200 taste buds on each of those bumps. • Those who study such things say that the 15 most commonly used words in the English language are, in descending order: I, you, he, she, it, we, they, me, him, her, them, what, the, a and an. Thought for the Day: “The greatest accomplishment is not in never failing, but in rising again after you fall.” — Vince Lombardi