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Ready or Not, Medical Marijuana is Headed to Ramona By Jack Riordan ~ the journal
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early two decades ago, 55 percent of California voters hit the ballot box to show their support for Proposition 215, also known as the Compassionate Use Act of 1996. Once passed, it laid a shaky groundwork for the implementation of a statewide medical marijuana program that still stands to this day. The law decriminalized the cultivation and use of marijuana by seriously ill individuals upon a physician’s recommendation and recognized the right to the collective and cooperative cultivation of medical marijuana. This year, Ramona will see its first legal medical marijuana collectives open their doors for business, with up to seven proposed storefronts and cultivation centers vying for approval from the County of San Diego. The thought of so many cannabisrelated storefronts inundating the town over the next 12 months has some residents and community groups a bit alarmed. Some feel that the presence of the stores in Ramona will lead to a spike in crime, car accidents or drug use among underage residents. Lt. Rich Williams of the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department Ramona Substation said he hopes to ease the
public’s concerns as he meets with residents and watchdog groups to reaffirm the role of local law enforcement. “From the sheriff’s department standpoint, we look at crime rate — both actual crimes committed and quality of life issues within the community — increases in crime rate, hot spots or any areas where we need to direct our resources,” he said. Lt. Williams clarified that the sheriff’s department doesn’t write the laws; it enforces the laws that are written. So, if businesses follow all application procedures to open legally, and then work diligently to remain in compliance, there will be no more scrutiny from local law enforcement than any other type of startup business in town. The Prop 215 law allows for compliant adults to possess up to eight ounces of dried cannabis. “Patients” are also permitted to grow their own cannabis, with the law allowing them to keep up to six mature plants or 12 immature plants. California was the first state to make such a change, which at the time led to quite a bit of controversy and debate. Since 1996, 22 more states and the District of Colombia have also installed their own medical marijuana programs, and four more have taken
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our property crime rate has actually gone down, and we’d love to continue that kind of trend here in Ramona.” The drop in Ramona’s crime rate can perhaps be attributed to several societal factors, but certainly having local law enforcement interacting face-to-face with citizens on controversial community issues plays a large role in that decline. The sheriff’s department encourages this dialogue, and asks that Ramona residents who may be impacted by
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the new medical marijuana businesses contact them directly with any specific claims or complaints. Lt. Williams said that the collective applicants that he has dealt with have been “very cooperative” with local law enforcement. “It seems like they want to be good partners and good neighbors. But like I said, only time will tell.” He added, “Once a business is licensed, it’s just like any other business and if it brings crime, we’ll deal with the crime. We’re not pro or against
one of these businesses operating. It’s their right.” Although no firm dates have been given for when the first legal medical marijuana collective in Ramona will open its doors, the first approved location at 1210 Olive St. is slated to open in the first quarter of 2016. With at least one California initiative to legalize recreational cannabis use on the statewide ballot in 2016, time, indeed, will tell how it will all work out in Ramona. n
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The Centennial Survivor
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ew people can say they’ve lived 100 years, and even fewer can say they survived several near-death encounters. But longtime Ramona resident and native-born San Diegan George Trelikes is one such individual. Born Dec. 30, 1915, Trelikes has seen, heard and experienced much during his lifetime. While he does not remember firsthand the great flood of 1916, he recites the stories that were passed from one generation to the next as though it happened yesterday.
“San Diego City Council hired a rainmaker. Hatfield was his name. And boy did he make it rain,” said Trelikes, describing how dams were destroyed, railroad tracks were lifted, property was demolished and nearly 50 people were killed. Though he was merely an infant, he weathered 30 inches of rain in the first 30 days of his life. But the floods weren’t the only things he survived. During his childhood, he fell out of a two-story church window. “I was running around with some kids, and before I knew it, I had fallen
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out the window. It was a bad fall, too!” he said, sharing how a pile of wood below the window helped break his fall. In addition to being bruised and battered, he was left deaf in one ear. During his teens, he lost a finger as a result of shotgun accident. “I was cleaning my dad’s gun and put my finger down the barrel, not realizing it was loaded.” He remembers watching the wad strike the ceiling and immediately started boiling water. Several times he dipped the stub of his finger in and out of the pot, hoping the sterile fluid would disinfect the wound. Besides falling from a ladder, being almost run over by a 25-ton tractortrailer, and beating prostate cancer, he survived World War II, having been drafted when he was barely an adult. “I was working for Rohr at the time, assembling planes. I was married and we were sent to Buffalo, New York,
George Trelikes, recovering from a broken arm, prepares to head home from a rehabilitation center in San Diego, where he celebrated his 100th birthday. Photo by Tracy Rolling
where I worked on the PBY.” The PBY, an amphibious aircraft, was known for fighting U-boats. George worked on the underside of the aircraft. He was released from the Army Air Corps prior to the end of the war and became an avid collector and reseller. Among his many treasures were high-grade tools, vintage items and a
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grand piano. During his lifetime, 16 different U.S. presidents have taken office. He has witnessed many incomprehensible changes in the world, including men landing on the moon, women’s and civil rights movements, the prevention of polio, and a technology evolution that encompasses the invention of television, computers, cell phones and video games. To put things in perspective, when he was born, gasoline was less than 20 cents a gallon. Milk was nine cents a quart, and a dozen eggs cost 34 cents. Some of the most common purchases were gas masks, Bayer aspirin (which had just come out in tablet form), processed cheese and an adorable doll named Raggedy Ann. One new device, the telephone, was making its way west, and the automotive industry was picking up speed. “For a while I drove a cab,” he said, explaining how on more than one occasion he would radio dispatch to report a fire or other emergency. “There was no other way to get help quickly.” He says of all the things he’s experienced in his life, the most significant took place in October 1929, when the stock market crashed. “It was unforgettable, truly devastating. We didn’t know what was going to happen, and we were scared.” He was a student at Memorial Middle School at the time. But despite
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Swim, Win and Do It Again By Tracy Rolling ~ the journal
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efore Carlo Silva graduated from Ramona High School in June 2014, he knew what he wanted to do — win.
During his senior year at RHS, he was the cadet commanding officer in charge of the NJROTC (Navy Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps) program. There, he learned valuable leadership skills, time management, teamwork and dedication.
Left, Carlo Silva, center, receives a gold medal during a University Athletic Association of the Philippines swim competition. Photos Courtesy of the Silva family Above, Silva, in lane four, is a member of the Ateneo De Manila University swim team.
As a four-year member of the RHS Boys Varsity Swim Team and team captain his senior year, he ambitiously pursued victories in the 100-yard breaststroke, 4x50 medley relay, and 4x100 freestyle relay. He made school history by
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with the team, but couldn’t compete,” he said. Today, he’s a sophomore and one of 15 men on the team. Not only did he compete in his first international event at the end of October, but he set a new school record. Swimming the 50-, 100-, and 200-meter breaststroke, he established new times in all three events, and broke the 12-year school record. During a December meet in Indonesia, he met swimmers representing Singapore, Vietnam and Malaysia. “It was interesting to talk to them about their training and experiences,” he said, realizing his introduction to swimming was anything but conventional. After a horrific singlebicycle accident in San Diego Country Estates, he had two metal plates inserted into his face, above his left eye. “I used to play soccer, but my doctor said I could never play contact sports again.” Encouraged by his parents, Nora and Ray Silva, and younger brother, Chino, he hit the lap-lanes when he was 10
years old. Over time, he graduated from one level of swimming to the next, reevaluating his goals along the way. He credits his family, particularly his dad, and his club swim coach, Pat Tope, for their unwavering guidance, and said, “It takes a lot of commitment to be a good swimmer.” He trains seven days a week, year-round, and knows there is a difference between maintaining time and breaking records. “When I was in high school, I would wake up at 3:30 in the morning for a 4:30 practice in El Cajon. The practice ended at 6 a.m., and after school, I’d do it all over again.” On occasion, his dad would have to wake him, and sometimes he wouldn’t want to go. “But he never forced me. He always encouraged me and reminded me of my goals. I appreciate the fact that he took it as seriously as I did.” With training that consists of dry-land conditioning focused on cardio and stamina, he works in the water on technique and timing.
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“Even though the race is two-and-a-half minutes, endurance is key. You have to trust your training.” Mindful of his schedule, he balances his time between practices, studying and visiting family. His grandparents live 20 miles from the university. “It was an adjustment to move to Manila,” he said, noting that the differences include the humidity and population. “The city is very populated, but there’s always something to do.” Sharing a dorm room with three others, he says most of the students are from the Philippines. “There are a few foreign exchange students from France and Germany, and another difference is the food. You can get fast food delivered to your room in 30 minutes or less, anytime.” Although he has no plans to be the next Michael Phelps, his goals are to stick with the breaststroke, compete internationally, and prepare for the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. “I’m going to extend my college a fifth year, and since
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veryone knows the importance of regular exercise and a healthy diet to live longer and have a better quality of life. However, researchers have recently discovered another component just as important as exercise and nutrition. According to a new study by researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the more social connections people have at an early age, the better their health is at the beginning — and the end — of their lives. “Based on these findings, it should be as important to encourage adolescents and young adults to build broad social relationships and social skills for interacting with others as it is to eat healthy and be physically active,” according to Kathleen Mullan Harris, the James Haar Distinguished Professor of Sociolgy at UNC-Chapel Hill and faculty fellow at the Carolina Population Center. Results of the study appeared in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences on Jan. 4 and
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revealed interesting observations at different stages of life. For example, the size of one’s personal social network was found to be particularly beneficial during adolescence and old age. In adolescence, social integration helped reduce inflammation and protect against abdominal obesity. In old age, social isolation was more harmful than diabetes or developing and controlling high blood pressure, so the more social connections, the better. During the middle years, however, the number of social connections was less important than how they provided social support. “The relationship between health and the degree to which people are integrated in large social networks is strongest at the beginning and at the end of life, and not so important in middle adulthood, when the quality, not the quantity, of social relationships matters,” Harris said. This was the first study to show the importance of strong social bonds throughout our lives in maintaining our physical well-being.
ing the feeling of establishing a new best time and winning. It’s the pure joy of knowing I did my best at practice, was ready for my competition, and gave it all I had. “That’s what should drive athletes to be successful — the desire to experience the victory over and over again.” n
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What’s New in Medicare for 2016? By David Sayen
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RMWD Directors Hear Legal Overview of Lawsuit By Ruth Lepper ~ the journal
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class-action lawsuit against Ramona Municipal Water District was defeated in court action in November.The defense counsel for the district presented a legal overview on the decision to the board of directors at its Jan. 12 meeting.
Attorney Greg Moser, with Procopio law firm in San Diego, explained the details of the decision and what it will mean to the district. The court’s decision, which ruled against the plaintiffs and in RMWD’s favor, saved the district and its ratepayers “millions of dollars” had the decision gone the other way. District Engineer Mike Metts gave the background on what led to the lawsuit. He showed slides that depicted excessive grease discharged from a restaurant on 10th Street that was clogging the sewer lines. “What really started this whole business was looking at the cleaning of the line,” Metts said. “The amount of grease going down can cause a problem.” He showed slides of excessive grease accumulation in the grease trap, the source of the excess grease, and a makeshift grease removal device being
used at the restaurant. He also showed an example of a clean sewer pipeline. Further investigation determined that the owner of the restaurant, Eugene Plantier, did not have an industrial waste discharge permit. The cost of the permit is $600 for the first year and $250 for subsequent years. Metts showed slides of the grease buildup in the sewer drainage system. He described the build-up as “large globs of grease” that were clogging the lines. Had the grease broken loose, it could have caused potential damage to the Santa Maria plant and its equipment, Metts said. The lawsuit also challenged past sewer charges. The plaintiffs claimed the district was overcharging Santa Maria sewer customers for a number of years. Judge Timothy B. Taylor determined that was not the case. Moser said the court ruled that the plaintiffs must pay the district’s fees of $85,616.13 that covered court costs and the expenses of expert witnesses. The plaintiffs are objecting to the amount and have filed with the court, asking the judge to lower the amount to less than $20,000. It is scheduled to be heard in court on March 18.
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Four Vie for Ramona Rodeo Queen Title By Tiffany Pressler ~ the journal
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portion, which includes the personal interview; written test; high raffle ticket sales; congeniality; photogenic; and appearance. Winner of the Miss Ramona Rodeo Queen title will receive a crown, sash, buckle, saddle, a travel fund to attend rodeos all over California, a custom jacket and a wardrobe of clothing to wear throughout her reign. Miss Ramona Rodeo Queen Brittney Phillips has represented Ramona Rodeo from January 2014 until present. She has made appearances for Ramona Rodeo at numerous parades and rodeos, including an appearance at the California Rodeo Salinas. Phillips says it was a wonderful experience to be part of California
Miss Ramona Rodeo Queen Brittney Phillips, seated above, with the 2016 contestants, from left, Sarah Andrews, Sydney Murdock, Cheyenne Gonzales and Ashley McDonald. Photos by Jeff Mclean
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learn how they work. “As Miss Rodeo Ramona, I was able to represent all of the hardworking individuals that put our hometown rodeo together, all over the state of California and beyond, at numerous rodeos and different functions. That, in itself, was a beyond humbling honor.” She also had the chance to go to Oklahoma and Texas for clinics to further her education on being an ambassador for the sport of professional rodeo, while having the chance to travel and meet other hardworking rodeo committees. She made friendships that will last a lifetime. A friend once told her, “Being a rodeo queen is and isn’t a once-ina-lifetime experience. Just because you may not have a crown on your hat and a sash across your chest doesn’t mean you can’t be
an ambassador for the sport of professional rodeo.” With that said, Phillips promises this will not be the last time you hear Brittney Phillips’ name in and around the rodeo. She is grateful for all of her experiences as Miss Rodeo Ramona and said she cannot wait to pass on the prestigious honor to another deserving young woman. She can only hope this opportunity will mean as much to the next lucky lady as it did to her. Ramona Rodeo Queen Pageant horsemanship competition starts at 8:30 a.m. Feb. 27 at the Ramona Rodeo grounds, 421 Aqua Ln. The evening pageant and barbecue dinner begins at 6 p.m., and costs $12. Visit the “Ramona Rodeo Queen” page on Facebook. n
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Famed Lindbergh Mural in the Works for Ramona
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one, housing the Cal Fire fleet of aircraft so important to our region. “We jumped at the chance to acquire this historic mural,” said Stephanie Norvell, owner
unveiled in 2012 on the Town & Country Real Estate & Home Loans building at 10th and Main streets. The couple allowed the local nonprofit organization to purchase the
In 2012, Stephanie Norvell, owner of Town & Country Home Loans, speaks to Jeanne and John Whalen, the artists who created Ramona’s Photos by Carol Kinney first mural.
Above, the Santa Maria Masonic Lodge building at 310 Ninth Street is slated to be the new home of the Lindbergh mural. Left, a section of Lindbergh mural.
ing tourism, promoting community pride, and celebrating our rich cultural heritage through an outstanding outdoor visual arts program.” “When the opportunity arose, the challenge became, where could we put a mural of that size?” Lyttleton said. She did some research and discovered that Lindbergh was a Mason. Since the tallest wall on Main Street is the Masonic Lodge, the next step was to gain the support of the Lodge to have the mural on their building. The Masons enthusiastically
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Lindbergh mural and accepted a commission to refurbish it. According to Lyttleton, installing the mural in Ramona makes sense. Ramona is one of the few communities in San Diego County that has an airport — and it’s an important
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Vass stays close to the noted Holmes’ versions created by by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, adding his own touches to complement the British
investigator. Doyle’s stories take place from about 1880 to 1914. Vass follows suit and sets his story in 1900, dividing the locale between London and Alaska. Director David Ellenstein selected an extremely talented cast to fill the nine roles set out in Vass’ creative endeavor. “There is nothing more exciting in the theatre than creating a world premiere production,” Ellenstein wrote in his program notes. “No preconceived notions or well-
worn paths to follow, only the talent and imagination of a room full of artistic minds to create and shape the experience.” He went on to state, “Essential to that equation is of course a script of merit and an exceptional cast of actors and designers.” Ellenstein has, indeed, met his goal. Jason Maddy stars as Sherlock Holmes, with Nicholas Mongiardo-Cooper as Dr. Watson. They are superb, each one capturing the brilliance of his character’s persona. Richard Baird steps right into the role of Wyatt Earp, owner of a saloon in Nome at the turn of the century. Jacquelyn Ritz delightfully portrays Earp’s wife, Josie. Katie Karel has met her match in her debut performance here as Charlotte, widow of a miner, who plays an important part in helping to solve the mystery. She sings and dances, along with Josie Earp, through Wyatt’s saloon as the plot thickens. Andrew Barnicle fills the shoes, or rather, boots, of Alexander McKenzie, a notso-nice fellow who figures prominently in the mystery at hand. John Tessmer plays the
Cast members are, back row from left, Nicholas Mongiardo-Cooper, Andrew Barnicle, Richard Baird, Jason Maddy and John Tessme, front row, Julian Diaz, Katie Karel, Jacquelyn Ritz and Louis Lotorto. Photo Courtesy of North Coast Repertory Theatre
also-not-so-nice Judge Noyes. They both make good villains who are right on the mark. Louis Lotorto is double-cast as the rough-around-the-edges Ace Dolan and the saloon piano-player. Rounding out the cast is Julian Diaz as the man on trial. The storyline keeps one’s attention on what’s going on onstage. There’s never a dull moment, whether the action takes place in London or the wilds of Alaska.
Scenic designer Marty Burnett has more than made the most of the scant needs for the changing sets. Lighting design by Matt Novotny and sound design by Matt LescaultWood enhance the overall effect. Costumes by Elisa Benzoni are perfect for the period. Performances continue through Feb. 14. Call the box office at 858-481-1055 or visit www.northcoastrep. org. n
Hilarity Runs Amok at Lamb’s Player David Heath is back in full form at Lamb’s Players Theatre, cast in the role of Rick Steadman in the hilarious Larry Shue offering, “The Nerd.” Heath, with his mastery of melting into each characterization and idiosyncrasy, is perfect for this role. Each of the actors in this comedy,
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Julian The cast of “The Nerd,” from left, David Heath, Mike Buckley, Susan Clausen and Photo Courtesy of North Coast Repertory Theatre Jon Rosen.
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February’s Fate as the Shortest Month
February is the shortest month of the year. There is no scientific reason behind that distinction, though there have been various changes to the calendar throughout the centuries. The Romans developed a 10-month calendar that began with the spring equinox in March and ended in December. There is a belief that what is now February was overlooked when this calendar was created, as winter weather had little to do with the harvest in the northern hemisphere, where Rome is located. Romans essentially considered the winter a period of time with no distinctive months. When the second king of Rome, Numa Pompilius, took to the throne in 713 BC, he had plans to make the calendar more accurate by synchronizing it with the actual lunar year, which is roughly 354 days long. Thus, two new months, January and February, were added to the end of the calendar, each with 28 days. At the time, even numbers were considered bad luck. These months were not looked upon favorably by the king, so he decided to make changes once more and added a day to January to make it 29 days long. February was left
untouched, remaining an “unlucky” month. It was devoted to honoring the dead and performing rites of purification, as the word “February” comes from “februare,” which means “to purify.” February was the last month of the year for roughly 200 years, until the calendar was reevaluated and it was reassigned as the second month, with January being the start of the new year. This new 355-day calendar simply could not stay in sync with the seasons, because it did not account for the amount of time it takes the Earth to orbit the sun. Therefore, an extra “month” of 27 days was added after February 23 each year to play catch-up. Sometimes this extra month was overlooked or not scheduled in time, continuing the calendar conundrum. Julius Caesar was responsible for tackling calendar problems further when he was in power. He wished to make the calendar solar-based, like the one Egyptians used, instead of the older lunar-based calendar. This led to the creation of the Julian calendar. Ten days were added to the calendar year in various months, and February was increased every four years (leap year) to 29 days to coordinate the calendar year to the solar cycle of roughly
Ramona Club News Ramona Woman’s Club will meet Feb. 4 at 1 p.m., with guest speaker Darrel McKenzie and his presentation of “Diamonds are Forever.” Literary meeting is Feb. 8 at 1; bridge is Feb. 11 at 11:45; and Ladybugs’ field trip to Walter Andersen Nursery in Poway is Feb. 25 at 10. Meetings are held at 524 Main St. Call President Betty Shaw at 760-789-4515 or visit www. ramonawomansclub.com. Ramona Garden Club will meet Feb. 10, the second Wednesday, at noon at Mountain View Community Church, 1191 Meadowlark Wy. Guest speaker will be Lisa Schneider, who will talk about “From Turf to Low-Water Gardening.” Call 760-789-8774 or visit www.ramonagarden club.com.
Ramona Pioneer Historical Society will meet Feb. 16 at 6:30 for a potluck in the Guy B. Woodward Museum Barnett Barn, 645 Main St. Guest speaker will be local historian and author Darrell Beck. The public is welcome. Those attending the potluck are asked to bring a main dish, salad or dessert for eight. Call 760-789-7644. Ramona Art Guild will hold its demonstration meeting Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. with a talk about framing with Miki Davisson at Ramona Library, 1275 Main St. Call 760-7871962 or visit www.zhibit. org/rag for meeting and workshop information. Intermountain Republican Women Federated will meet Feb. 22 at 11 a.m. at Ramona Mainstage, 626 Main St. Lunch is $16, catered by The MainCourse. Guest speaker
will be Tia Quick, who has been a deputy district attorney for more than 23 years. The group welcomes members, spouses and guests from Ramona, Julian, Santa Ysabel and surrounding areas. RSVP by Jan. 16. Contact 760-789-6225 or email sandylandrid@hughes.net. San Vicente Valley Club welcomes licensed vocational nurse Cindy Hasz, the founder of Grace Care Management, as guest speaker for its Feb. 24 luncheon meeting. Meetings are at the San Vicente Resort, 24157 San Vicente Rd. RSVP to Kaaren Thiem at 760-788-4840 by the Friday before the meeting. Check-in is at 11 a.m. The public is welcome. Visit the club’s Facebook page or go to www. sanvicentevalleyclub.org. n
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has some unique attributes. In some years, February may pass without a single full moon. The next time this will happen is in 2018. Once every six years, February is the only month that has four full seven-day weeks. February starts on the same day
365.2425 days. February remains the shortest month of the year, and no widespread attempts have been made to reorganize the calendar and give it extra days. Because of its fewer days, February
Valentine’s Day Numbers Certainly Add Up Valentine’s Day is eagerly anticipated, and each year couples race to make their dinner reservations or surprise their sweethearts with heartfelt gifts. According to Forbes, Americans take Valentine’s Day quite seriously, spending an average of $142.30 on gifts. Men tend to spend twice as much as women. In 2015, consumers in the United States spent $19 billion on Valentine’s Day gifts and other surprises. The Retail Council of Canada says Canadians tend to spend much less than their neighbors to the south. The average Canadian household spends roughly $37 on gifts for the special someone in their lives. Here’s a look at some additional interesting Valentine’s figures, courtesy of Forbes, CNN and History.com. • Sixty-two percent of adults say they celebrate Valentine’s Day. • Roses are popular gifts, with 51 percent of people buying red roses for the holiday.
• Individuals will spend $1.6 billion on candy, with roughly $448 million spent the week before. • Valentine’s Day cards are in abundance, with 150 million being exchanged each February 14th. • Thirty-eight percent of Valentine’s Day consumers plan to buy flowers for the holiday. • Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples. While 91 percent of gifts purchased are for a significant other, family members, friends, classmates, and even pets get their share of gifts, too. • Surprisingly, mixed flower arrangements edge out red roses as the top flower shop pick. • Valentine’s Day is certainly one for toasting. Nearly 174,000 gallons of champagne and sparkling wines are sold throughout the holiday week. • In the United States, an estimated $4.8 billion will be spent on jewelry. • While many are buying cards, about 30 percent will opt for a
of the week as March and November in certain years, and on the same day of the week as August on leap years. February ends on the same day of the week as October every year. In leap years, it is the only month that begins and ends on the same weekday. People born on a leap year technically celebrate their birthday only once every four years, but most observe it on the 28th. Celebrities born on Feb. 29 include Tony Robbins, Antonio Sabato Jr., Mervyn Warren and Dennis Farina. Despite its status as the shortest month, February is packed with many events, including Valentine’s Day and Groundhog Day. Americans celebrate the birth of two presidents
in February, as well as Black History Month. Mexico celebrates Flag Day in February, while residents of St. Lucia celebrate their Independence Day. February is also a time for families, especially in Canada, where Family Day is celebrated in many provinces on the third Monday of the month. February is also an important month for sports fans, as two teams will face each other in the Super Bowl on the first Sunday. No one really knows for certain why February was relegated to be the shortest month. However, with so much trivia and special events surrounding the month, it is still a special time of year. n
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occupy his thoughts at any given time. The other 20 percent of his day is s a child, we dream about what devoted to prototyping; patent and profession we might grow up contract details; and meetings for the to work in one day. Perhaps concepts or products he has created. we might be a firefighter, a doctor, an “Working as a plumber in the late accountant or a construction worker. ‘80s, I developed and used a product Many employees enter an office for applying ABS and PVC cement,” at the start of each day with specific said Condon. “Industrial Polychemical tasks at hand, specific objectives to Service, a manufacturer of cements, achieve or follow, and a set work plan. took an interest, and we signed my This is not the case for inventor first license agreement. Since that time, Duane R. Condon, who has been a 10 corporations have purchased some Ramona resident for 37 years. 100 products and secured about 40 Condon spends nearly 80 percent patents on my behalf. I have 350 of his work day thinking creatively. products on file, and 10 new ones, A notebook carries his drawings and just in 2015.” details of 20 to 30 products that Many of his products are related to construction and used mostly in plumbing. Several products he has invented help support or anchor pipe used in plumbing situations. Other products address the water supply for plumbing fixtures. “Another category I have produced several products for deals with testing plumbing systems,” said Condon. “I have developed products for backpacking, gold mining, child care, motorcycles, pools and homes.” Condon’s invention, the pull stop box, is being used in Most recently, Condon
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“The automated system and surveillance will allow people to go at their own pace,” said Judy Nachazel, president of the Ramona Pioneer Historical Society. “People will learn what these items were used for and maybe, too, how they were assembled, and find out what these pioneers did.” Guy B. Woodward Museum is open Thursday through Sunday at 645 Main St. Any other day, just ring the bell and someone will let you in. It’s a pleasant stop in downtown Ramona. n
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