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cans, more people are “moonlighting” to make ends meet.

Although he never lived to see it, President John F. Kennedy had promised that Americans would be the first to walk on the moon. At that time, the U.S. was competing with Russia in what was The moon has also been the focus of many song called “the space race.” titles and lyrics, from past to present. One of the iconic moon-related songs is “Moon River.”

Twelve astronauts have walked on the moon since 1969, but no one has ventured on the moon “Moon river, wider than a mile; I’m crossing you since 1972. It is said that after Armstrong’s re- in style some day; you dream maker, you heartmarkable feat, the excitement waned as earthly breaker, wherever you’re going, I’m going your problems demanded more attention than ever. way.”

The space age was suddenly over! Even Star Trek, the original T.V. series, went off the air six Composed by Johnny Mercer and Henry Manciweeks after the first moon landing. ni, the song won the Academy Award in 1961 for

THE MOON, THE SONG

best original song, after Audrey Hepburn sang it But a fascination with the moon has continued in the movie, “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.” In 1962, on. Take the language, for example. Much of it “Moon River” won a Grammy Award for best reis moon related. cord of the year.

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Andy Williams first recorded “Moon River” in 1961. In 1962, he sang it at the Academy For readers old enough to remember Ralph Awards, and “Moon River” became Williams’ Cramden in the T.V. series, “Jackie Gleason,” The Moon... Continued on Page 3 they’ll recall his constant, comedic threat to his wife, Alice. “To the moon, Alice,” he said. “To the moon” became a household saying for someone who wanted to dismiss a person’s comment or presence.

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• Tiger Woods is “shooting for the moon” in his attempt to beat Jack Nicklaus’ golfing record.

• David Cook was “over the moon” when he won American Idol in 2008.

• Betsy doesn’t visit often; I only see her “once in a blue moon.”

• Jane saw George Clooney the other day, and she can’t stop “mooning over him.”

• I don’t know a thing about it, as much as the “man in the moon.”

• Joe got in trouble for “mooning” the girls who stood in the dormitory window.

• “It’s “beyond the moon” to me why Bob suddenly left town.

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Frank Sinatra is remembered for another popular song about the moon: “Fly me to the Moon.”

Arguably, some of the other top moon songs include …

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“Yellow Moon” by the Neville Brothers “Blue Moon” by the Marcels “Moon Dance” by Van Morrison “Harvest Moon” by Neil Young “Kiko and the Lavender Moon” by Los Lobos “There’s a Moon in the Sky” by The B-52s “Pink Moon,” Nick Drake

And what about Michael Jackson’s claim-tofame (or one of his claims to fame) – “the moonwalk?” The late Jackson created the moonwalk, a dance routine attempted by every kid with a music or Motown inclination. Just as the walk on the moon, the moonwalk will live on forever.

THE MOON AND HOLLYWOOD • In 1988, Cher won the Academy Award for best actress in the movie, “Moonstruck.” Her costar, Olympia Dukakis, won for best supporting actress. “Moonstruck” was nominated for eight Academy awards and is listed in the top-10 movies for the romantic-comedy genre. The film is also noted for Dean Martin’s song, “That’s Amore.”

• In 1973, Hollywood released “Paper Moon,” a story set in the Great Depression era. The movie starred real-life father-daughter team Ryan O’Neal and Tatum O’Neal. The latter won an Academy Award for best supporting actress for

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70 percent of the human body.

A person’s moon sign is believed to affect his or her emotional being.

In the full astrological analysis, the planetary relationships (moon/sun signs) are included – and important. It is also believed that the sun/ moon combination that people were born with indicates their method and approach to life. Humans move through cycles, just as the moon.

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chologist at the University of Saskatoon in Saskatchewan, published 15 papers on the topic and reviewed her role in the film, becoming the more, including one that covered youngest actress ever to win the Os- about 200 studies on the full moon car. In 1974, “Paper Moon” became and behaviors. Kelly concluded a T.V. series starring Jodie Foster there is no strong evidence of a reand Christopher Connelly. The T.V. lationship between a full moon and version didn’t fare as well – the human/animal behavior. show was canceled in a few months because of poor ratings.

But many people believe that a full moon brings out the worst (or the best) in people, and mythology supports it. Luna, the wife of Zeus, and sister of Helios, the sun, has been deemed the first-ever lunatic – craHollywood also created film verzy person. After all, she had 50 chilsions of werewolves and vampires dren, which would make anyone – both akin to a full moon. crazy. The word “lunatic” is rooted in the idea that a full moon made Once a month the moon turns in to people “mad” or insane. what Dean Martin sang about: “The moon in the sky is a big pizza pie, that’s amore.” That pizza pie is the full moon, which occurs when the moon is on the opposite side of the Earth, from the sun. Full moons have been blamed for odd behavior When it comes to astrology, the moon’s influence is a certainty. among both humans and animals.

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The half-moon or crescent moon was used on outhouses to distinguish the men’s outhouse from the women’s outhouses. The crescent moon symbol goes back to colonial times, when many people couldn’t read. The crescent moon was also cut out of the wooden outhouse to allow light to get in.

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It’s been said that people party hard, dogs bite and criminals wreak havoc in the light of the full moon.

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The moon, as in the sun, represents the constellation in astrology in • The moon, referred to as “Luna” which the moon was located at the by the Romans, has been known place and time of one’s birth. since prehistoric times.

Because the moon affects ocean • The moon is 2,160 miles in ditides, some believe the moon influ- ameter. The earth’s diameter at the ences people since water comprises equator is 7926.68 miles.

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he moon orbits around the Earth once per month, the angle between the Earth, the moon and the sun changes, and is referenced as the moon’s phases.

New Moon (0-45 degrees in front of the sun): its energy is birth/renewal.

It’s a time to start new projects, friendships, romance and to plant gardens.

Crescent Moon (45-90 degrees ahead of the sun): In a life cycle, the crescent moon symbolizes independence from a mother – an understanding that one is his/her own entity. This moon is about becoming an individual, each with unique ideas.

First Quarter Moon (90-135 degrees ahead of the sun): There is friction in the air – this could be a time of crisis.

It’s a time to understand a problem and implement a plan for a solution.

Gibbous Moon (135-180 degrees ahead of the sun): This phase is about analysis and evaluation, an intellectual period – perhaps analyzing the solution to that problem.

Full Moon (180-225 degrees ahead of the sun): It’s a climactic or energetic period – a time to howl at the moon!

It’s also known as a time of fertilization and reproduction.

Disseminating Moon (135-90 degrees behind the sun): Sharing one’s knowledge with others about what has been learned under the previous phases of the moon is important during this period.

Last Quarter Moon (90-45 degrees behind the sun): Somewhat like the first quarter, this period is a time for action – creating choices, outcomes, taking action … or not.

Balsamic Moon (45-1 degree behind the sun): A phase also referred to as “Karma.” If one hasn’t learned the lessons of the first seven phases, he or she cannot move on. People born during this phase often have a mission – something bigger than themselves – to carry out. This is not about outcome – it’s about conclusion, and it’s a time to release the past.

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• On Aug. 2, 1876, “Wild Bill” Hickok, one of the greatest gunfighters of the American West, is murdered in a saloon in Deadwood, S.D., by a gunslinger named Jack McCall. According to legend, Hickok held a pair of black aces and eights when he died, a poker combination that has since been known as the “Dead Man’s Hand.”

• On July 27, 1921, at the University of Toronto, Canadian scientists Frederick Banting and Charles Best successfully isolate insulin -- a hormone they believe could prevent diabetes -- for the first time.

• On July 28, 1932, during the Great Depression, President Herbert Hoover orders the U.S. Army under Gen. Douglas MacArthur to use force to evict the Bonus Marchers from the nation’s capital.

The group of some 1,000 unemployed World War I veterans was seeking cash payments for their veterans’ bonus certificates.

Aeronautics and Space Administration, a civilian agency responsible for coordinating America’s activities in space. NASA was created in response to the Soviet Union’s 1957 launch of its first satellite, Sputnik I. • On July 30, 1976, singing star and radio personality Kate Smith makes her last public appearance. She sang her trademark number, “God Bless America,” on a TV program honoring the U.S. Bicentennial. Smith launched her first radio show in

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• On July 29, 1958, the U.S. Congress passes legislation establishing the National

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• On July 31, 1990, Nolan Ryan wins the 300th game of his career, leading the Texas Rangers to an 11-3 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers. Ryan believed that pitching power comes from the legs, not the arms, and he ran every day. He pitched for 27 years in the big leagues, with the Mets, Angels, Astros and Rangers. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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YIELD YOUR YESTERDAYS “Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away,” sang the Beatles back in 1965. It’s easy to recall their melancholy lyrics and haunting melody because we all have our yesterdays.

Why is it that we either overromanticize how idyllic life was in the past (“Love was such an easy game to play”) or we over-mourn its sadness and woe (“Suddenly, I’m not half the man I used to be.”).

Back in the late 1960s and early 1970s my wife and I lived in Livingstone Zambia (central Africa). It was some of the best years of our lives. When we talk about it we often over-state how wonderful life was back then.

Because we were so happy living there we overlook the many serious problems we faced such as malaria, the night the marching ants invaded our home, the time I was arrested and held at the border, and the afternoon my wife heard the gunfire that killed several Canadian tourists only a few miles from our home.

Some years later we lived in Texas and then Wyoming - not nearly as pleasant as those days in Zambia.

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Do you know the most significant thing about your yesterdays? Whether your yesterdays are over-romanticized or overmourned, still…they are over; they cannot be reclaimed. What’s past is past and you can’t do anything about it. “This only is denied to God: The power to undo the past.” - Agathon If you want to accomplish anything in your future you must get your past in perspective. Or as Publius Syrus said back in the first century BC, “Today is the pupil of yesterday.” It makes sense to draw lessons from your past; but it makes no sense to either glory or wallow in it. The only good reason to consider your past is to equip yourself for the future.

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INZ Bowling Center in Palmer Lake held its annual PINZ Proz tournament on Saturday afternoon, July 11. This tournament gives the top placing teams from all PINZ winter bowling leagues the opportunity to compete against each other to be the overall #1 team in the Center.

So, when looking at your yesterdays, ask two questions: What worked, and what didn’t work? Then forget the rest for it is either over-rated bliss or under-managed bitterness.

Although the competition was stiff, the Snippetz Team took the day, winning the top slot and $225 in prize money. Those competing on behalf of Snippetz were George Wilkins, Merlin Prater, Dennis Leftwich and Mark Liggett. The Snippetz Team bowls on the Monday Night Football League at PINZ and took second place in that league for the 2008-2009 season.

Don’t get me wrong, I love to reminisce. It’s OK to look at yesterday – but consider it only for a moment. Enjoy the fond memories for a moment or glance briefly at the sorrows, but do not linger long on either one. If you look constantly at the past your eyes are diverted from today and by so doing you are stealing from tomorrow.

Coming in second was 1-3 Victory, which took 3rd place in the Family Tyme League.

By the way, would you like to know what God wants to do with your past? He wants to make everything right again. Just read the 23rd Psalm and consider these four words: “He restoreth my soul.”

Comprised of members of the Bradberry family – Bea, Zac and Bill, and their family friend, Al Crusha, they took home at total of $175 worth of prizes – including cash for the adults and PINZ gift certificates for the kids.

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The third place winner was another team from the Family Tyme league – the Pinhunters: Mallorey, Drew and Kevin Hunt, and their family friend Johnny Christison.

The third place prize was valued at $100 and was also split between cash for the adults and PINZ gift certificates for the kids.

Everyone who competed in this year’s tournament had a great time and are all looking forward to the start of the 20092010 season. PINZ is currently recruiting new league bowlers for the season and has something to offer bowlers of every age, skill level and interest. Among the most popular benefits offered to league bowlers is the $1 bowling card, which permits league bowlers to bowl any day, any time for $1/game.

If you are interested in joining a league at PINZ, please call Debbie or Jeff at 719487-PINZ or visit the PINZ web site at www.thepinzsite.com. You can sign up in person or use the form provided on the web site.

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It is always a challenge when adopting a new pet. SAINT Animal Momma is part Heeler. Momma is Rescue asks the adopter to give about about 1 1/2 years old. She has the animal a reasonable amount of been spayed. She is a very sweet time to adjust to it’s new family dog and very good with children and environment. This is so very and dogs. important to your new family member as well as your existing We are just not sure if she enjoys family members. the company of cats. Three of Momma’s pups are still up for Please visit our website at adoption as well. Please go to our saintanimalrescue.org and as always website and read their story. thank you for caring.

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DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Can you alert your readers to the importance of paying extra attention to your pets during the summer months? It’s another blistering hot summer here in the South, and almost every afternoon I see neighborhood pets struggle to deal with hot sidewalks, or panting with thirst. Many thanks. -- Charlene in Smyrna, Ga. DEAR CHARLENE: Definitely. As you note, it’s extremely important for owners to keep a close eye on their pets, even if they’re indoors all the time. Here’s a list to follow: 1. Fresh, cool water should always be available, indoors and out.

2. Dogs (and some cats) welcome an occasional ice cube, but watch them while they eat it. Dogs usually like crunching the cubes, and there’s a

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choking risk.

3. Outdoor pets need a shady spot with good airflow in which to rest.

4. Check on outdoor pets frequently (every 15 to 30 minutes).

5. Don’t chain a dog outside while you go to work. Besides it being lonely, the dog is at risk from the heat, from predators or other dogs, and from humans.

Plus, prolonged chaining is a form of abuse. Find a doggie daycare or a pet sitter to monitor and care for your dog.

6. Indoor pets tend to be smaller and can be sensitive to wide swings in temperature, so keep the house temperature in a comfortable range (68 F. to 78 F.).

7. Cats should have both sunny and shady places to stretch out indoors.

8. If traveling with your pet, don’t leave small pets in the car, even with the windows cracked. They can easily succumb to the heat.

9. Monitor your pet for signs of injury or heat stress: excessive panting, lethargy, a matted coat or behavioral changes. If you suspect heat injury, rush your pet straight to the veterinarian.

Send your tips, questions and comments to Paws Corner, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or e-mail them to pawscorner@hotmail.com. (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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NUMBER, TYPE OF POLYPS DETERMINE NEXT EXAM DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Will you talk about colon polyps? I had polyps removed during a colonoscopy. My doctor recommends another colonoscopy in three years.

I have retired, and my insurer has declined to cover my colon because I had something removed from it. I will have to pay for the colonoscopy. When I was working, the insurance company insisted on colon procedures for preventive care. Please advise.

-- A.C. ANSWER: Polyps are small growths sprouting from the lining of many organs.

In the case of colon polyps, some of them turn into colon cancer. The problem is that a doctor looking at the polyp cannot tell if it has the cancer potential unless the polyp is removed and viewed with a microscope.

More than 150,000 new cases of colon cancer occur yearly in the United States,

and every year there are more than 50,000 deaths from colon cancer. Colon cancer and colon cancer death can be eliminated by removing all suspicious polyps.

Guidelines urge everyone to have a first colonoscopy at age 50. If a polyp is discovered that measures more than two-fifths of an inch, if the polyp has microscopic evidence of dangerous changes or if a person has three or more polyps, that individual is told to have a repeat colonoscopy in three years. Otherwise, if all is well, the next colonoscopy can be delayed for 10 years.

I don’t understand your insurer’s unwillingness to insure your colon, since the company is less likely to lose money on you because you have been conscientious in having the examination and its followup. Perhaps a telephone call to the company can get it to change its decision.

If the company won’t budge, I’d still have the scope exam, even if the money has to come out of your own pocket. The assurance that all is well is worth every penny.

The booklet on colon cancer explains this common condition in detail and its treatment. 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. *** Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible.

Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. (c) 2009 North America Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved

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In order to avoid the loss of this valuable vitamin in your produce, here are a few hints. Store foods for as little time as possible. When cooking food containing vitamin C, steam or microwave them in a small amount of water for a short period of time. Boiling fruits and vegetables for long periods of time robs them of their nutrients. Protect There is an important aspect of the vitamin C in your produce and having someone to report that help protect your health! should not be forgotten - that you maintain regular contact! Checking in often will help you build a good support relationship and give you more opportunities to keep moving Call Diet Center® for a free conforward. Reporting to someone will sultation (719 488-3564) and let us help strengthen your commitment show you how being at your goal weight doesn’t cost, it saves. to reach your weight loss goals.

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ohn Long is back in Colorado for limited engagements at Bas Bleu Theatre, 401 Pine St., Fort Collins August 8th & 9th at 7:30 pm both nights, and also at the 'Blues & Greens' room in the Boulder Outlook Hotel and Suites, 800 28th Street, Boulder on Wed, August 12th In a world where everyone adopts a gimmick, an angle, a pose in order to get over, John Long is a living anachronism. He is a 100% pure, dyed-inthe-wool, no-BS bluesman for life. He was born, raised and bred on the blues.

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oin us as the Palmer Lake Historical Society turns back the clock back over 100 years during August 7-9, 2009, when it sponsors a three-day return of the Chautauqua Movement to the historic town of Palmer Lake. The Chautauqua Movement, which featured educators, speakers, and entertainers, first came to Palmer Lake in 1886 and brought educational, cultural, and recreational programs to the citizens of the Palmer Divide. For three days, the Historical Society will return Palmer Lake and historic Pinecrest to the bygone era of 19001910, when times were simpler and the pace was slower. Listen to historic figures such as President Teddy Roosevelt, Ms. Lucretia Vaile, the infamous (and unsinkable) Molly Brown, and Countess Murat, as they tell of life in the early 1900s. Also, attend and participate in events and activities, such as a vaudeville show, vintage baseball game, dinner theatre, and much more, that mirror the Chautauqua Assemblies of long ago. Most events are free.

President Teddy Roosevelt will open the three-day celebration at 7:00 pm on the evening of August 7, at the Palmer Lake Town Hall. Immediately following the opening ceremonies, there will be a vaudeville show in the Town Hall, featuring minstrels, illusionists, trick ropers, and much more – all for the outrageous 1900-era price of 25 cents.

At 11:30 am on Saturday, a team of our local town heroes will challenge the Colorado Territorial All Star

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Long has the uncanny ability to create and perform original material that sounds as if it came from a long-lost cache of vintage recordings by one of the classic bluesmen – it’s music completely unique and new, while at the same time hauntingly familiar. Long’s songs contain all the darkness and light, the humor and the pathos, and the fully realized musicality of the very best blues from the heyday of the genre.

team to an old fashioned baseball game. The Palmer Lake Volunteer Fire Department will sell hot dogs and crackerjacks during the game, which will be played under original rules in the pasture by Palmer Lake (bring your lawn chairs, blankets and umbrellas). Saturday evening, the Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts is hosting a dinner theatre catered by Chef Bill Sherman of Amuze for the amazingly low price of $30.00 per ticket. The theatre presentation is “45 Minutes from Broadway” and features many patriotic songs from the early 1900’s. Sunday’s events will be held at the Pinecrest Event Center and will include an old-time church service, box lunches, Model T and Model A classic cars, historic figures, a sing-a-long of old-fashioned songs, and much more.

For more about the Chautauqua Movement and a schedule of activities for the August 7-9, 2009, “2009 Return of the Rocky Mountain Chautauqua Assembly,” visit: www.palmerlakechautauqua.org.

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10. LITERARY: Who wrote the novel “The Bridge of San Luis Rey”?

1. New York Yankees great Lou Gehrig set a record in 1936 for most home runs against one team (14) in a single season. Name the team.

2. When was the last time before 2008 that Ken Griffey Jr. was in a playoff game?

3. Who was the head coach of the Oakland Raiders when they went to Super Bowl II? 4. When was the first time a No. 2 men’s basketball seed was upset by a No. 15 seed in the NCAA Tournament?

5. From 2003 through 2009, which two NHL teams have won the most playoff series (10 each)?

6. In 2009, Mark Martin, at age 50, became the third-oldest winner in NASCAR Cup history when he won a race in Arizona. Name the two older winners.

7. Earlier this year, Roger Federer became the sixth male tennis player to win a career grand slam.

Name four of the other five to do it.

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2. MUSIC: What is the real name of Irish rock ban U2’s lead singer Bono?

3. SCIENCE: Which famous scientist was known as “the Wizard of Menlo Park”?

4. MOVIES: What was the name of the fictional town that was the setting for “Back to the Future”?

5. SPACE: Who was the last astronaut to step on the moon?

6. ENTERTAINERS: What was the name of Michael Jackson’s pet chimpanzee?

7. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is the name for an animal that eats insects?

8. MEDICINE: Who produced the first vaccine for rabies?

9. TELEVISION: What was Andy Kaufman’s character named on the comedy series “Taxi”?

1. Name the famous parents of Wilson Phillips, who scored a No. 1 hit in 1990 with “Hold On.” 2. Which band had both a U.S. and U.K. No. 1 album and single at the same time? (Hint: They’re from Australia.)

3. Who did Johnny Mathis pair up with for the successful “Too Much, Too Little, Too Late” duet?

4. Name the bridge in Bobbie Gentry’s 1967 “Ode to Billie Joe.” 5. Name the instrumental that took the No. 1 slot for 1960 on the Billboard Hot 100 pop list.

6. Where did Paula Abdul get her start in the industry? (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

In order to keep everyone honest (you know who you are,) we have moved the answers and solutions to the trivia and puzzles to the next page (19).

cret government agent/superhero. It reminded me a lot of “Men In Black.”

The show is good clean fun (it ran on The Family Channel) and yet is smart, savvy, sophisticated and a true gem for fanboys and fangirls alike. Highly recommended.

New DVD Releases for Week of July 27, 2009 PICKS OF THE WEEK “The Middleman: The Complete Series” -- This is one of those great shows you probably never watched -- or heard of. It’s based on a series of graphic novels by “Lost” writer Javier GrilloMarxuach about a young artist named Wendy Watson who is recruited to be the sidekick of The Middleman, a se-

“Life on Mars: Series One” (BBC Version) -- Probably one of the coolest, quirkiest shows to come out of Britain in this decade, “Life on Mars” tells the story of Sam Tyler (played John Simm), a modern-day London police detective who is hit by a car and finds himself awaking in 1970s Manchester.

Has he really traveled back in time?

Is he in a coma and dreaming all this?

Or is Sam just some delusional crackpot imagining all of this? That’s part of the mystery Sam needs to unravel

-- and the allure of the show, because you don’t know for sure until the series finale. Meanwhile, every week Sam tries to cope in a time where there are no cell phones, Internet, CSI-like forensics or politically correct codes of conduct, and yet still solve crimes and the mystery of who he is.

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“Battlestar Galactica: The Complete Series” -- I haven’t chosen “BSG” as Dog of the Week because I have something against the series. To the contrary, I thought Seasons 1 and 2 were awesome (3 and 4 not so much). No sir.

The reason this boxed set is Dog of the Week is due to its pricing. The set retails for $280. You heard right. Nearly 300 smackeroos -- about twice as much as what you’d pay if you bought each

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This boxed set doesn’t really come with much in the way of extra special features, so basically, if you want to pay an extra $150 for nifty packaging, knock yourself out, Cupcake. As for me, I’ll keep my copies of Seasons 1 and 2 and forget the other seasons didn’t happen.

TV SERIES

“Doctor Who: Planet of the Dead” “Dollhouse: Season One” “Torchwood: Children of Earth” “Charles in Charge” Season 5 “Knight Rider” Season One “Early Edition” The Second Season “Doc Martin” Series 2 “A Touch of Frost” Season 14 (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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TRIVIA TEST ANSWERS

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You’re finally seeing some progress with your new venture. But be prepared for it to continue at a slower pace than you’re used to. Meanwhile, a loved one could be preparing a surprise.

1. Ethiopia 2. Paul Hewson 3. Thomas Edison 4. Hill Valley 5. Eugene Cernan 6. Bubbles 7. Insectivore 8. Louis Pasteur 9. Latka Gravas 10. Thornton Wilder

JULY 27, 2009 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your honesty is, as always, admirable. But you might want to be more tactful in discussing a sensitive issue with a family member.

Remember: You can give advice without giving offense.

SPORTS QUIZ ANSWERS 1. The Cleveland Indians.

2. It was 1997, when he was with Seattle.

3. John Rauch.

4. Richmond defeated Syracuse in 1991.

5. Detroit and Anaheim.

6. Harry Gant (52) and Morgan Shepherd (50).

7. Don Budge, Fred Perry, Roy Emerson, Rod Laver and Andre Agassi.

FLASH BACK ANSWERS 1. Wilson Philips is a female trio. Wendy and Carnie Wilson’s father is Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys.

Chynna Phillips is the daughter of John and Michelle Phillips of the Mamas and the Papas.

2. Men At Work, in 1983.

3. Deniece Williams. The song went to No. 1 on the R&B, adult contemporary and pop charts in 1978.

4. Tallahatchie Bridge.

5. Percy Faith’s Theme From “A Summer Place.”

6. After a stint as a Los Angeles Lakers cheerleader, she became the dance choreographer on the Jacksons’ Victory tour, and the rest is history. Abdul released her first album, “Forever Your Girl,” in 1988.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A family member’s success pulls you into the spotlight as well. Enjoy it, but don’t let it overshadow or otherwise obstruct what you’re doing with your own creative projects.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) An unexpected workplace snag should be handled quickly and efficiently so that it leaves you time for family get-togethers. Also, you might soon get that long-sought apology.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Using what you already know might not be quite enough to get a proposed project off the ground. Look for any new information that might help tilt the scales in your favor.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Aspects favor family matters, especially where children might be involved. Spending time with loved ones helps restore some muchneeded balance to your typically busy schedule.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Good news: While a changing workplace environment can be daunting for some, it could be the challenge you’ve been hoping for. If so, confront it with confidence and move on.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) That seemingly clear-cut agreement might not be quite so straightforward after all. Recheck for language that could make you liable for hidden costs and other unpleasant surprises.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) It’s a good time to recheck travel arrangements for any changes that could work to your advantage. Aspects also favor strengthening and restoring old, fraying relationships.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Careful, Kitty.

Better to deal with someone with proven reliability than with a big talker who promises much but can’t confirm that he or she will deliver. Your social life really zings this weekend.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Using your intuitive reasoning helps you cut right through the double-talk and go straight to what’s really going on around you. Stay the course until all your questions are answered.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Your matchmaking skills are at peak performance levels both in helping to staff workplace teams for upcoming projects and for bringing people together on a more personal basis.

BORN THIS WEEK: You radiate light and warmth, and others love being close to you.

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For most people, discussing long-term care is often an uncomfortable topic. However, creating a long-term care strategy now may help to protect your family from financial burden in the future.

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f you own a small business, you have a lot to think about: sales, expenses, marketing, cash flow, competition — the list goes on and on. However, by spending so much time on the issues of today, you may overlook the concerns of tomorrow. That’s why, if you haven’t already done so, you need to choose a retirement plan for your business.

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Which plan is right for you? It depends on different factors, such as how many employees you have and how much you can afford to contribute each year. Let’s take a look at some popular retirement plans for small businesses:

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Owner-only 401(k) — Also known as an individual 401(k), an owner-only 401(k) offers you many of the same advantages of a traditional 401(k): a range of investment options, tax-deductible contributions and tax-deferred earnings growth. You may even be able to choose a Roth option for your 401(k), which allows you to make after-tax contributions that can grow tax free. In 2009, you can contribute up to $49,000 to your owner-only 401(k) or $54,500 if you’re 50 or older. (To make deductible contributions for the 2009 tax year, you’ll need to set up your plan by Dec. 31, 2009.)

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Solo defined benefit plan — You may have thought you had to work for a big company to participate in a traditional pension plan, also known as a defined benefit plan, but you can set one up for yourself if you’re self-employed or own your own business. This plan has high contribution limits, which are determined by an actuarial calculation, and your contributions are typically taxdeductible.

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SEP IRA — If you have just a few employees or are self-employed with no employees, and you’re looking for a low-cost, low-maintenance retirement plan, you may want to consider a SEP IRA. You’ll fund the plan with taxdeductible contributions, and you must cover all eligible employees. (Employees themselves cannot contribute.) You can contribute up to 25 percent of compensation (if you’re an employee of your own corporation) or 20 percent of income if you’re self-employed, up to $49,000 annually. And you can fund your SEP IRA with virtually any type of investment you choose.

SIMPLE IRA — As its name suggests, a SIMPLE IRA is quite easy to set up and maintain, and it can be a good plan if your business has fewer than 10 employees. As the business owner, you must contribute in one of two ways: a dollar-for-dollar match of up to 3 percent of salary or a contribution of 2 percent of employees’ salaries (up to $4,900 per year). Employee contributions are tax-deductible, and your matching contributions are generally deductible as a business expense. Still, while a SIMPLE IRA may be advantageous for your employees, it’s less generous to you, as far as allowable contributions, than an owner-only 401(k), a defined benefit plan or a SEP IRA. For 2009, your annual contributions are generally limited to $11,5000, or $14,000 if you’re 50 or older by the end of the year. You can also make a matching contribution of up to 3 percent to yourself.

To determine which plan is best for you, consult with your tax advisor and a financial advisor who has experience with small businesses. But don’t wait too long to get started — you’re moving closer to retirement all the time.

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quirement is met. This means is that if the marriage is less than ten years, the Court will order the service person to pay part of the retirement directly to the non-military spouse, rather than the military itself making the payment.

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here are so many people in the military in our area that divorces involving military personnel are commonplace. There is a popular misconception that divorces involving military personnel are different from civilian divorces. In fact, the differences between military divorces and civilian divorces are not very significant.

If you are in the military, and if you and your spouse have lived in Colorado for more than 90 days and your children have been here for more than six months, a Colorado court can divide your property and debts, determine whether maintenance (alimony) is appropriate, and make all decisions regarding parental responsibilities (parental decision-making and parenting time).

Military pensions are divided much the same as civilian pensions. There is another popular misconception that unless the spouse of the military service person has been married to the service person for at least ten years, the non-military spouse cannot receive part of the service person’s pension. Ten years is significant only in that the military will not pay part of the pension to the non-military spouse unless the ten-year re-

items. Stock up on sale items with a long shelf life, such as canned vegetables, fruits, stews and meats.

Drink mixes, powdered milk and boxed side dishes like macaroni and cheese need only to have water added. Keep track of expiration dates if you keep the food longer than a month. Use them up before expiration, and replace as you go.

Some people in the military believe that they can convert part of their pension to disability and avoid paying part of the disability to the non-military spouse, thereby reducing the total amount the non-military spouse gets. It is correct that the Court cannot divide the disability.

However, the Court can adjust the division of the pension or adjust the maintenance or property award to make up for the difference, so that the total amount awarded to the non-military spouse is not diminished by the disability.

If you are legally separated from a military spouse, you are still eligible for the same benefits you enjoy if you are married. This scenario is an example of a good reason to look into a legal separation in Colorado, rather than getting a divorce. If you have been married to a person in the military for twenty years while the military spouse has been active service for twenty years, you retain your military benefits such as health insurance, etc., even if you get a divorce.

Good luck with your military divorce or legal separation as you leave the marriage zone, and don’t believe all that you hear about additional complications.

Chris Meyer is an attorney practicing family law in Northern El Paso County. Chris’ law practice is limited to domestic relations cases. Chris has been practicing law since 1977. He is a former prosecutor and is licensed to practice law in Colorado, Florida, California and Wisconsin. Chris can be contacted at 719-488-9395. Chris’s website (www.cmeyerlaw. com) has additional divorce and family law information and many other articles

your area, and join one.

• Make a list of social-services phone numbers, including local food pantries and meal centers.

Know where and how you’ll apply for unemployment benefits.

• If you don’t have a computer, learn to use the ones at the library. You’ll need them for your job hunt later.

or gas for the car to get to a job interview? Every dollar in your fund will count.

• Find out how much unemployment pays in your area. That extra money will help stretch your emergency money.

• Put aside essentials like toothpaste, bath soap, deodorant, laundry detergent and a few cans of oil for the car. Add in a new oil filter if you’re in a position to be able to change the oil yourself.

• Build up as much of an emergen- David Uffington regrets that he cannot percy fund as you can. Ideally you’ll sonally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into his column whenever have three to six months of salary possible. Write to him in care of King Feabanked for each wage earner in the tures Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, household. If that sounds impossi- Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to ble, think about being down to your columnreply@gmail.com. f you suddenly lose your job, last $5. If worst comes to worst, (c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc. • Utilities such as electricity, water you’ll need to stop spending what will you spend it on? Food ... and telephone -- can you pay ahead immediately and take the time by a few months? to assess your financial position -unless you do it ahead of time.

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During this economic downturn, there is a silver lining. The cost of material goods is lower now than it has been for years. The cost for labor has also been reduced significantly. The result for residential homeowners is the cost of remodeling is at an all-time low. If you remodel during this window of opportunity, you will realize a huge return on your investment. When our economy turns around, as it has several times before, the old adage “Buy Low, Sell High” can really apply to the value that will be added to your home.

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All of our work is covered by a five year workmanship warranty with satisfaction guaranteed. References at your request.

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PHIL HAVENS Flatwork: Commercial • Residential • Decorative PH:/FAX: 719-264-7742 • CELL: 719-310-8866

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BLACK DIAMOND EXCAVATION LLC. Skid Loader Work, Grading, Landscaping, Trenching Post Holes, Boulder Walls, Driveways.

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ake your dancin’ shoes out and come to the Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts (TLCA) to listen and dance to “TC and the Domestic Engineers.” Friday Night Jam is a successful series sponsored by the TLCA featuring local bands. Tickets are $5.00 cash (no checks or credit cards) and only sold at the door.

High energy, exciting and versatile.....

TC and the Domestic Engineers is a thoroughbred of variety/dance bands. Performing dance hits from the 60’s to today’s current favorites, the group provides a dynamic experience filled with great vocals and spectacular musicianship. Whether the audience prefers to watch and listen to the performance or tear up the dance floor, the group’s energy is contagious! Colleen (Lead vocalist) and Tony (Guitar/keyboards) have been performing together for 20 years. With the help of the other extraordinary band members, the group is always a crowd pleaser.

TC and the Domestic Engineers performs the best of pop, rock, disco, R&B, swing, dance, oldies and Motown.

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In addition to headlining hundreds of club dates, they have become the band of choice at many outdoor festivals and fairs, corporate parties, concerts, conventions, weddings, fundraisers, private events and holiday parties.

They are fun to watch and play a great variety of music and styles.

TLCA is dedicated to creating community partnerships for demonstrating, teaching, exhibiting and promoting the arts and humanities.

It is an advocate for artistic growth in the community. It offers programs that benefit residents, businesses, students, artists, art lovers and all who are inspired by the arts. TLCA is a nonprofit 501(c) 3 organization located in Palmer Lake, Colorado.

For more information call 719-4810475 or visit our website at www. trilakesarts.org.

WHEN & WHERE: Friday, July 31, 2009, at 7:30pm.

Doors open at 7:00pm.

Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts, 304 Colorado Highway 105, Palmer Lake, CO, 80133.

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For a simple step-by-step guide with common questions answered, go to: www.youtube.com and do a search for these subjects: “First-Time Homebuyer's Credit” and “Federal Housing Tax Credit Explained”.

The fact that the tax credit expires at the end of November should begin to get more and more First Time Home Buyers off the fence and into a home in the next few months.

The tax credit was a key part of the economic stimulus package approved by Congress and signed by President Obama in February.

It was designed to encourage home purchases and it can be worth as much as $8,000 in reduced taxes or added income, depending on how you apply it to your taxes.

The tax credit provides a financial boost by replenishing the savings a Buyer uses for a down payment and closing costs. It also helps to cover some of the incidental expenses that often come with purchasing a first home, such as buying a lawn mower, decorating or purchasing new furniture.

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